Spinning 'J'

Preparatory Position lunge position racquet foot forward knees slightly bent racquet perpendicular to floor
Force Producing/Contact Phase draw a 'J' with the racquet head in front of your chest have a short tail on the 'J' bring the racquet face alongside the racquet-side of the birdie so that it is at a 45 degree angle make sure to hit and land at the same time
Follow Through finish with the racquet face parallel to the floor do not make an upward movement with the racquet after hitting the birdie get back to the center of the court for anticipation of the next hit