
If you can't get a full swing at the birdie, try scoop shot or underhanded swing. In this clip learn the basics of the game of badminton as our expert demonstrates and explains everything from the history of the game to footwork and grips. In this clip learn the underhand swing.
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"Hi my name is Bryan; and welcome back to expertvillage.com. Now we are going to talk about doing the underhand clear to the base line using the forehand grip. First off you need to make sure we are in our base position. Shoulders need to be level to the legs, and the racket needs to be up. First launch we use the left foot moving forward. The right foot will serve as a critical role in launching. Right racket needs to be down, and keep in mind we need the wrist to be bent, diagonal position, and swinging upward position. With a follow through. Follow through is very important roll in swinging it. We need to make sure we get the follow through up to the shoulders; this is a very important role in doing a underhand shot. Let me show you how to do it on a faster way. That is a basic way in doing a underhand long and clear."
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