Some badminton enthusiasts enjoy improving their skills by playing matches, believing that real-game practice is the fastest way to get better. However, this idea isn’t entirely accurate—it actually involves a process of trial and error, as well as exploration. You’ll find that certain returns require several attempts before yielding the most ideal results. These specific returns often fall within established badminton techniques; if you first master these techniques through focused practice, you’ll be better equipped to execute them effectively during actual matches—and that’s when your progress truly accelerates. Today, we’ll introduce you to these reliable shot patterns. Practice them consistently, and you’re sure to see your game improve dramatically (we recommend practicing with a partner—double the fun, double the benefit!).
[Straight Lift Shots and Straight Drop Shots]
One player hits a straight lob, while another performs a straight drop shot—repeating this drill multiple times in a continuous cycle.Forehand Lift and Forehand Drop Shot (Straight Line)Top-of-the-head Dribble vs. Top-of-the-Head Drop Shot (Straight Line)
[Straight High Balls vs. Diagonal Drop Shots]
One player hits a straight, high ball, while the other serves a cross-court lob—repeating this drill multiple times. Unlike the previous exercise, this one focuses on the cross-court lob, making it more challenging to return.Forehand drop shot to the diagonal
Hanging diagonally above the head
[Diagonal Lift Shots vs. Straight Drop Shots]
One player lifts the ball diagonally, while the other hits a straight-line lob—practice this sequence repeatedly. Be sure to pay attention to varying the direction of your returns.Hit a cross-court shot, and play a straight-line drop shot with your forehand.
[Diagonal Drop Shot vs. Diagonal Lob]
One player hits a cross-court lob, while the other executes a cross-court drop shot—repeating this drill multiple times. At the same time, gradually increase the difficulty for both players.Forehand diagonal
Diagonal across the top
[Straight High Clear and Straight Smash]
One player focuses on hitting straight, high shots, while the other targets straight, powerful smashes—practicing repeatedly. Remember to aim your smashes as straight down as possible.Kill the straight line
[Straight High Clear and Diagonal Smash]
One player focuses on hitting straight, high shots, while the other targets the diagonal line—practice this repeatedly. Remember to aim for the diagonal whenever possible, and vary your shot patterns for better control.Kill the diagonal
[Diagonal High Balls vs. Straight-Line Smashes]
One player lifts the shuttlecock diagonally overhead, while the other smashes it straight down the line—practice this repeatedly. Remember to aim for a straight, downward smash whenever possible.(Diagonal) Topspin kill shot down the line
(Diagonal) Forehand high clear down the line
[Diagonal High Ball vs. Diagonal Kill]One player lifts a cross-court lob, while the other attacks either a cross-court shot or a diagonal stroke—practicing repeatedly.Forehand cross-court shot (Lin Gaoqiu, Li cross-court kill)
Top-of-the-head diagonal shot (Li High Ball, Lin Diagonal Kill)
After a straight smash, approach the net to lob or push the ball diagonally or straight back to the opponent's backcourt.Kill the net, push straight to the backcourt
[Diagonal Kill to the Net]
After a diagonal drop shot, either approach the net to chip diagonally or push a cross-court shot.After a cross-court smash, approach the net and play a cross-court drop shot.
Spin shots are a demonstration of refined technique—specific techniques can be found in the previous tutorial.For high, long rallies, it’s recommended to keep the ball within half of the court, aiming slightly inside the baseline. This helps prevent the shot from going out of bounds due to excessive power—or from falling short because of insufficient force.These tried-and-true techniques are widely used in real combat—so I hope everyone practices them diligently and soon becomes a master of Yulin!
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