HIGH SERVICE DATA GATHERING TASK

In groups of 3, 1 performer and 2 observers. The performer will play a conditioned

game against an opponent (who will also be getting observed by a separate 2
observers). 1 observer will complete the technique analysis sheet and 1 will
complete the mapping sheet. The games will last 10 minutes to allow enough time
to gather sufficient data. Each person must perform and observe to gain experience
of the process and to have data gathered on their performance.


PHASE OF ACTION MODEL PERFORMANCE DONE WELL NEEDS
IMPROVEMENT



PREPERATION

Stance is side on to net.
Feet are about shoulder width
apart.
Weight is on back foot.
Racket is up and back.
Shuttle is held out in front of
the body.





ACTION

Shuttle is dropped and racket
arm swings forward at speed
to help generate power.
Action is whip like.
Weight is transferred forward
from back to front foot.





PREPERATION

Racket swing finishes up with
arm crossing in front of body
to finish close to non-racket
shoulder.
Ready position and base are
recovered.



From the data gathered on these sheets write up an analysis of your high serve. For
example does your high serve continually reach the tramlines? Are there any
specific subroutines that are identified as being faulty? How does this affect the
performance of the skill and your overall performance in the game? What are your
thoughts and feelings? Write up the analysis in your Skills and technique jotter.