Physical Education

Backhand Drop Shot

It is not easy to play a backhand overhead drop shot. Even experienced players have problem with this badminton stroke. You shall always try to play an 'around the head' forehand drop shot whenever possible.

However, it is important that you know how to play the backhand overhead drop shot. There are times when you just can't play the shuttle with your forehand.

Here are some pointers for playing a backhand overhead drop shot.

• Adopt the backhand grip.
• Turn your body so that your back is facing the net.
• Lead and shift your weight to your racket foot.
• Lift your arm from the shoulder with the forearm parallel to the floor.
• Hold the racket across your body with the racket head pointing down.
• Keep the racket arm and elbow close into your body.
• Contact the shuttle in front of your body and as high as possible.
• Slice or tap the shuttle as you hit it, reducing the speed of the racket head.
• The angle of the racket face will determine the direction of your shot.
• Push your body back to your base position.