How to analyse a badminton match
What would you analyse from a match I had a discussion with some coaches Knowing how to analyse a badminton match is very important if you are to improve your…
What Badminton stroke to teach first
What stroke would you coach first - to a complete beginner This question comes up very often In BWF Coach Education - It's part of the badminton coaching courses at…
Carolina Marin loves data
Carolina Marin uses data to gain an advantage I read an article that gives an insight into what she loves As long ago as 2006 Carolina Marin and her team…
Software to analyse a badminton match
What software is available to analyse a badminton match? Here are 2 systems that are currently being used Analysispro I met with a coach who asked about using software to…
Badminton Conditioned Games – what & when
I really like Conditioned Games! They offer an effective supportive practice for Tactical & Technical A coach asked me why and what was so good about them, the discussion certainly…
Badminton return of serve errors
2E’s - service return errors in singles Returning serve is an art and a special situation in a match. Especially in singles, it could be argued that it's difficult (but…
Badminton Coaching Conferences
Coaching conferences - why they are a great idea I'm going to the Badminton Ireland Coaches & members Conference 2022. It’s something I’ve been to before and always enjoyed. I…
Badminton Backhand defensive footwork
What backhand defensive footwork should you coach? When & What to coach - I had a discussion with another coach What’s your view on non-racket leg backhand defensive blocks? I…
My top 5 coaching mistakes
I wonder if you've made the same mistakes as I have Most of them could have been avoided if only someone had told me about them I'm not sure if…
Bouncing shuttles – working with young beginner players
How do you ensure that beginner players get the best start? It is possible to introduce lots of early foundational techniques just by bouncing shuttles I recommend that you follow…