One vs. one in half court game (Overhand Clear)

Tactical Problem:  Pushing Opponent to back court to create space for attacking

Skill Development:  Performing overhead clears in a rally situation, preparing to return a shot
 
 
Teaching Points

Tactic:

  • Recovery to mid-court to prepare for returning the shot
  • Hit long shots to side of court with open space
Skill:
  • Overhead clear cues
              - contact shuttle high
              - step forward with non-racquet foot
              - follow through across body
  • On balls of feet in ready position
     
Organizational Points


  • In pairs with one shuttle
  • Use half court area to emphasize hitting deep

  • Rules: score on every serve
             can only score after using an overhead clear
 
    
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