FY BMS – Sports Management

Subject - Sports Equipment &

Technology Management

By:-
Jainish Bhavesh Savla
Roll No – 26
To:-
Ashish Mathur Sir

Sport:-

Badminton
Why is it called badminton?

Badminton takes its name from Badminton House - home of the Duke of Beaufort in the

English county of Gloucestershire. In 1873, the Duke is credited with bringing a version of
the game – Poona - back from India and introducing it to his guests.

What is the old name of badminton?

Early on, the game was also known as Poona or Poonah after the garrison town of Poona,
where it was particularly popular and where the first rules for the game were drawn up in
1873. By 1875, officers returning home had started a badminton club in Folkestone.

Who invented badminton?

Badminton as it is played today was probably invented by British army officers in India in
the 19th century, which is also when it was first played competitively.

What makes badminton unique?

Badminton is a non-contact sport, making it a lot safer than most contact sports. You don't
have to be supremely fit to start playing the game, and the intensity of the game is
determined by the level of the players. As such, badminton players have a much lower
injury rate compared to other sportsmen.

World Records
The fastest badminton hit in competition by a male is 426 kph (264.70 mph),
and was achieved by Mads Pieler Kolding (Denmark) in Bangalore, India, on 10
January 2017. Mads Pieler Kolding achieved this record during
a Badminton Premier League match playing for the Chennai Smashers.

Kurumi Yonao and Naoko Fukuman of Japan & Greysia Polii and Nitya
Krishinda Maheswari  of Indonesia’s in the final of the women’s doubles at the
Asian Championships was the longest match ever on record, lasting a
staggering TWO HOURS, 41 MINUTES to be precise.
Badminton History
Badminton has a surprisingly long history given its relatively recent introduction
onto the Olympic scene. Badminton was invented long ago; its origins date back
at least two thousand years to the game of battledore and shuttlecock played in
ancient Greece, India and China. Badminton took its name from Badminton
House in Gloucestershire, the home of the Duke of Beaufort, where the sport
was played in the last century. By coincidence, Gloucestershire is now the base
for the International Badminton Federation.

Founded in 1934 with nine members - Canada, Denmark, England, France,

Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland and Wales, membership of the
International Badminton Federation has risen steadily. There was a notable
increase in new members after badminton's Olympic debut at Barcelona.
Development in the sport continues to grow and the current 142 members is
expected to increase further.

The first major IBF tournament was the Thomas Cup (world men's team
championships) in 1948. Since then, the number of world events has increased
with the addition of the Uber Cup (ladies' team), World Championships,
Sudirman Cup (mixed team), World Juniors and the World Grand Prix Finals.
1996 saw the last of a highly successful invitational event, the World Cup.
Started in 1981 the World Cup was established to provide top players with an
opportunity to earn greater levels of prize money. As the World Grand Prix
circuit has grown and prize money has increased it was felt that the World Cup
had served its purpose.

New competitions are planned including one-off spectaculars and the

development of a SuperSeries. It is anticipated that these will attract greater
sponsorship, prize money and television. In these days of mass communications,
the importance of television to a world sport is self-evident. Television brings
the action, the excitement, the explosive power of badminton into homes around
the world. It pulls in the crowd to see the action live; it pulls in major sponsors.

Badminton has a rich history and its future looks even brighter!
Badminton
Badminton, court or lawn game played with lightweight rackets and
a shuttlecock. Historically, the shuttlecock (also known as a “bird” or “birdie”)
was a small cork hemisphere with 16 goose feathers attached and weighing
about 0.17 ounce (5 grams). These types of shuttles may still be used in modern
play, but shuttles made from synthetic materials are also allowed by the
Badminton World Federation. The game is named for Badminton, the country
estate of the dukes of Beaufort in Gloucestershire, England, where it was first
played about 1873. The roots of the sport can be traced to ancient
Greece, China, and India, and it is closely related to the old children’s
game battledore and shuttlecock. Badminton is derived directly from Poona,
which was played by British army officers stationed in India in the 1860s. The
first unofficial all-England badminton championships for men were held in
1899, and the first badminton tournament for women was arranged the next
year.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF; originally the International Badminton
Federation), the world governing body of the sport, was formed in 1934.
Badminton is also popular in Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, and Denmark. The
BWF’s first world championships were held in 1977. A number of regional,
national, and zonal badminton tournaments are held in several countries. The
best-known of these is the All-England Championships. Other well-known
international tournaments include the Thomas Cup (donated 1939) for men’s
team competition and the Uber Cup (donated 1956) for women’s team
competition.

Badminton first appeared in the Olympic Games as a demonstration sport in

1972 and as an exhibition sport in 1988. At the 1992 Games it became a full-
medal Olympic sport, with competition for men’s and women’s singles (one
against one) and doubles (two against two). Mixed doubles was introduced at
the 1996 Games.

Competitive badminton is usually played indoors because even light winds

affect the course of the shuttlecock. (Recreational badminton, on the other hand,
is a popular outdoor summertime activity.) The rectangular court is 44 feet (13.4
metres) long and 17 feet (5.2 metres) wide for singles, 20 feet (6.1 metres) wide
for doubles. A net 5 feet (1.5 metres) high stretches across the width of the court
at its centre. A clear space of 4 feet (1.3 metres) around the court is needed. Play
consists entirely of volleying—hitting the shuttlecock back and forth across the
net without letting it touch the floor or ground within the boundaries of the
court.
In international play, athletes compete in best-of-three-games matches. A game
is played to 21 points, provided that the winner has at least a 2-point advantage.
If a 2-point advantage is never reached, the first player or team to score 30
points wins. Points were only awarded to the serving side until 2006, when the
BWF adopted the “rally scoring” system, under which either side can score at
any time.

Objective
The objective of badminton is similar to that of other racket games. This game
can be played in three variants; singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. A shuttle
cock is shot with a wired metal rimmed racket across the net, called a serve, to
player(s) on the other side of the court who try to send it back.
Each player tries to land the shuttle cock on the opposite teams while
intercepting it on their side. The cock has to fly over the net and reach the other
side once a player hits it. The shuttlecock volleys among the players to make a
rally, and they hit it with their rackets till it lands on the court or till one of the
players commits a fault.
The player scores a point if the opposite player misses the shuttle. These hits can
either be smashes, slow and light, or flat and low.
 Rules
Rules And Regulations Of Playing Badminton
A Game of Two or Four

 Badminton can be played as singles or doubles. In a single rally, there will be

two players, playing with each other.
 While in a double rally, you can pair up with your friend and play a game of
four. But the players are a set, like the sets of cards.
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Left or Right

 You cannot randomly choose your side as you wish. This is one of the basic
badminton rule which needs to be followed for any rally.
 At the beginning of the game, when the server’s score is even, then you are at
the right service court.
 If the servers score is odd, choose the left side. (yes! Be thorough with odd or
even numbers, they do count!!)

Know Your Weapons

 Badminton is played with a stringed racket and a shuttlecock.

 The cock is topped with feathers and have a rubber base.
 The player should always hit the rubber base and not the feathered part.
 Each player can use a single stringed racket.
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The Serve

 The serve is the basic of any badminton play. Serve is the term used according
to badminton rules, to hit the cock during the beginning of each rally.
 Serve should always be done underarm and below the server’s waist.
 An overarm serve is against the rules of badminton, and would be considered a
fault. (your physics rule of high velocity, does not suffice here!)
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Begin It By a Toss

 The basic rule and regulation of any badminton rally, either Olympics or your
family play is that, the game always begins with a toss.
 When playing with your friends, stop fighting for the first serve, because you
are within the box of the badminton rules!
 The start is only hosted by a toss; the next first serve depends on who wins the
rally. If you win the first rally, then the next game begins with your serve.
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The ‘Net’ Trap

 The net is a vital and villainous equipment in the play.

 If the shuttle cock hits the net or even touches the net, disqualified!
 The point goes to your opponent.
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Tame Your Hands and Your Feet

 While the play is on, your feet should never touch the white line bordered
around you.
 Your hands are your rackets, a hand touch is a foul play, which is beyond the
shadow of any doubt.
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“That’s a Foul Play”!

 According to the basic rules of badminton, if your cock touches the ground or if
you hit it twice from the same court, that’s considered a foul play.
 So there’s no replay or second chance. “In the game of badminton, you either
loose or win, there’s never a chance!”
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 Don’t Be Bully Kid

 While a play you should never back or temp your opponent while he/she is
serving, which may ward off their concentration.
 Feinting the opponents or trying to bully them by any means is unpardonably
offensive.
 Being a sportsman you will obviously never be the bullying little kid anymore.
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The Landing

 The shuttlecock which is either served or hit, should land inside the service
court.
 Any cock which flew away the white boundaries will not be counted and yes,
your opponent will definitely score.
Dock Out!
If the following rules of badminton are continuously broken by a player, then
the referee has the undue right to dock out the player’s point or the player from
the game. Be alert! Your actions rules your future.

 A player must wait until his opponent is ready before serving. If the opponent
attempts a return then he is ruled having been ready.
 The feet of both players must remain in a stationary position until the serve is
made. Your feet can not be touching the line at this time.
 It is not a fault if you miss the shuttle while serving.
 The shuttle cannot be caught and slung with the racket.
 A player cannot hold his racket near the net to ward off a downward stroke by
his opponent or to interfere with his racket.

Faults
 The shuttle, at the instant of being hit is higher than the server’s waist or the
head of the racket is higher than the server’s racket hand.
 The shuttle does not land in the correct service court.
 The server's feet are not in the service court or if the feet of the receiver are not
in the court diagonally opposite the server.
 The server steps forward as he/she serves.
 Any player balking or feinting his opponent before serve or during serve.
 A serve or shot that lands outside the court boundaries, passes under or through
the net, touches any other obstructions or a players’ body or clothing. The
boundary and service lines are considered in play.
 The shuttle in play is struck before it crosses the net to the striker's side of the
net. You may follow through over the net.
 A player touching the net or its supports with his body or racket while the
shuttle is in play.
 Hitting the shuttle twice in succession by a player or team.

Singles
In a single rally, there will be two players, playing with each other on opposite
sides of the court.

The serve

 One of the important rules of badminton is about the serve.

 The serve should always be done underarm and below the server’s waist.
 An overarm serve is against the basic rules of badminton, and would be
considered a fault.
Format
At the start of the game, the score is (0-0). You cannot randomly choose your
side as you wish. This is one of the basic badminton rules which needs to be
followed for any rally. When the server’s score is even, the server serves from
the right service court. When the server’s score is odd, the server serves from
the left service court.
If the server wins a rally, the server gets a point and then serves again from the
alternate side. If the receiver wins a rally, the receiver scores a point and
becomes the new server. The server starts from the appropriate side– left if their
 score is odd, and right if the score is even. According to the rules and
regulations of badminton for singles, a “play-by-play” tournament format is
followed everywhere, wherein all players will be paired with an opponent for
the first-round matches. These players will have one week to play their matches
before advancing to the next round of the tournament.
Scoring system
When the server wins the game, a point is scored and serve is retained. When
the receiver wins the rally, they earn the right to serve. However, the ability to
gain a point or lose a point will depend on the set of badminton rules and
regulations. A match consists of best-of-three games to 21 points. At 20 all, the
server which gains a two-point lead first wins the game. At 29 all, the side
scoring the 30th point first wins that game. A server in a new game will be the
winner of the previous one, and every time there is a serve, there will be a point
scored, unless that point is replayed.
A two-minute break is allowed between each game. A 60-second break can be
taken when the leading score reaches 11 point. In official BWF play, the
receiver scores points. However, only the server can earn points while playing
classic-rules badminton in universities.
Faults
In official games of BWF, faults and errors result in a point for your opponent
and you must surrender the serve to them. A major fault as listed in the
badminton rules and regulations for singles is missing the shuttle while
swinging on the serve. If you hit the shuttle but it passes underneath the net, it
can be counted as a fault. Also, when you hit the shuttle out of bounds it is a
major fault as per the rules of badminton. Lastly, touching the shuttle with your
body or clothing is frowned upon amongst the basic rules of badminton. 

 At the beginning of the game (0-0) and when the server’s score is even, the
server serves from the right service court. When the server’s score is odd, the
server serves from the left service court.
 If the server wins a rally, the server scores a point and then serves again from
the alternate service court.
 If the receiver wins a rally, the receiver scores a point and becomes the new
server. They serve from the appropriate service court – left if their score is odd,
and right if it is even.

Doubles
Coin toss

 The basic rules and regulations of any badminton rally, either Olympics or
leisurely with your family is that the game always begins with a toss.
 When playing with your friends, stop fighting for the first serve, because you
must comply with the badminton rules that qualify a coin toss as an appropriate
determinant.
 The next first serve depends on who wins the rally. If you win the first rally,
then the next game begins with your serve.
Boundaries

 A player out of a team of 2 must serve inside the white lines of the diagonally
opposite side so that the shuttlecock falls inside it.
 After the receiver returns the serve, the player can hit the shuttle anywhere
within the entire court area
Format

 In doubles, the scoring system can be a little confusing, since there are 2 players
in a team who can serve.
 A rule of thumb is that a badminton game always starts from the right-hand side
the order of server depends on the score odd or even, the same badminton rules
and regulations for doubles as it is for singles.
For example: - if both pairs have decided that you and your partner start the
game with you delivering the first serve, the score is 0-0. Since 0 is an even
number, you will serve from the right side of the court. Otherwise, the players
continue to stay in their respective service court from where they played their
previous game. From this method, alternate servers are guaranteed.
 Switching sides on the court
In Badminton rules and regulations for doubles entail that the players or teams
will switch sides on the court during the following times:
At the end of the first game
Ø  At the end of the second game and if a third game is to be played
Ø  During the third game if the first player/team scores a total of 11 points.
Scoring system

 If the serving side wins, they score a point and the same server serves again
from the alternate service court.
 If the receiving side wins, the receiving side scores a point. The receiving side
becomes the new serving side.
 To win the game of badminton, you must score points before your opponent.
Out of 3 sets of play you must win two.
 Every time there is a serve, there is a point scored. According to badminton
rules and regulations for doubles, the side of doubles that win a rally adds a
point to its score.
 When both sides reach 20 all, the side which gains a 2-point lead first, wins that
game. When both sides reach 29 all, the side scoring the 30th point, wins that
game.
Faults

 The shuttlecock which is either served or hit should land inside the service
court. Any shuttlecock which flew away from the white boundaries will not be
counted and the opponent will score.
 One side has only one attempt to retrieve the shuttle, either one of the players is
going to hit the shuttle.
 Even if the shuttle is accidentally touched by hand, it is still a fault.
 Also, an important rule of badminton is that only the receiver can return the
serve directed at them.
The serve
  A side has only one ‘set’.
 The service passes consecutively to the players as shown in the diagram.
 At the beginning of the game and when the score is even, the server serves from
the right service court. When it is odd, the server serves from the left court.
 If the serving side wins a rally, the serving side scores a point and the same
server serves again from the alternate service court.
 If the receiving side wins a rally, the receiving side scores a point. The receiving
side becomes the new serving side.
 The players do not change their respective service courts until they win a point
when their side is serving.

If players commit an error in the service court, the error is corrected when the
mistake is discovered.
In a doubles match between A & B against C & D.  A & B won the toss and
decided to serve. A to serve to C. A shall be the initial server while C shall be
the initial receiver.
Course of action / Explanation Score Service from Service Server & Winne  
Court Receiver r of the
  rally  
  A serves
  to C. A A & B
Right Service Court. and C are
Love Being the score of the the initial
All serving side is even. server and
receiver.

A & B win a point. A & B will change service 1-0 Left Service Court. A serves C & D
courts. A serves again from Left service court. Being the score of the to D
C & D will stay in the same service courts. serving side is odd

C & D win a point and also right to serve. 1-1 Left Service Court. D serves A & B
Nobody will change their respective service Being the score of the to A.
courts. serving side is odd.

A & B win a point and also right to serve. 2-1 Right Service Court. B serves C & D
Nobody will change their respective service Being the score of the to C
courts. serving side is even.
C & D win a point and also right to serve. 2-2 Right Service Court. C serves C & D
Nobody will change their respective service Being the score of the to B
courts. serving side is even.

C & D win a point. C & D will change service 3-2 Left Service Court. C serves A & B
courts. C serves from Left service court. A & Being the score of the to A
B will stay in the same service courts. serving side is odd.

A & B win a point and also right to serve. 3-3 Left Service Court. A serves A & B
Nobody will change their respective service Being the score of the to C
courts. serving side is odd.

A & B win a point. A & B will change service 4-3 Right Service Court. A serves C & D
courts. A serves again from Right service Being the score of the to D
court. C & D will stay in the same service serving side is even.
courts.
 Note that this means:
 The order of server depends on the score odd or even same as in singles. 

 The service courts are changed by the servicing side only when a point is
scored. In all other cases, the players continue to stay in their respective service
court from where they played previous rally. This shall guarantee alternate
server.

Explain the equipment's used

Whenever you want to play badminton or want to make your career in this than it is
necessary that you have to know about their important and needed badminton equipment. In
this article, we cover the basic equipment and gear required for a game of badminton.

1. Badminton Racket

Badminton rackets can be made from several types of materials. Depending on the material
selection, this can result in different combinations of racket weight, balance points, and
string tensions. With so many different combinations, it will take time to decide which is
most suited to your playing style. Instead of making purchases online, go to a badminton
shop. Ask for assistance and select a racket that you feel comfortable with. Swing the racket
around to get a good feel for its overall weight and grip.
Badminton rackets can be divided into six categories by weight/function.

Racket Racket weight Racket

category function
1U 95 and above Training racket

2U 90-94g Training racket

3U 85-89g Regular racket

4U 80-84g Regular racket

5U 75-79g Modern racket

6U 70-74g Modern racket

Racket weight
The overall weight of your racket will play a huge role in how well you play.
Lighter badminton rackets provide less swing power but allow for more
flexibility and manoeuvrability. Heavier rackets will give you more power, but
they are harder to manoeuvre. Badminton rackets can be divided into six
categories by weight/function. Although most high-quality badminton rackets
fall between the 83 to 100 grams range, training rackets, on the other hand, are
much heavier than regular rackets. They can weigh around 120 to 180 grams
with the weight mostly

2. Shuttlecock
There are two types of shuttlecocks available in the market - plastic and feathered
shuttlecocks. Plastic shuttlecocks are far more durable compared to the feathered types
which are commonly used. However, plastic shuttlecocks are only recommended for
beginners who are just starting out. So if you just start to play badminton you can use this
shuttle. This is because feathered shuttlecocks are expensive and fray easily especially if the
wrong technique is used. Hence, plastic shuttlecocks are good for beginners to use for
training. Plastic shuttlecocks tend to travel shorter distances as they are heavier. Hence, they
are good for building strength as you make the transition to feathered shuttlecocks.

International shuttlecock speed chart

Consider the environment where you will be playing and choose the shuttlecock
with the speed number appropriate to the altitude, humidity, and temperature.

Shuttlecock Shuttlecock Shuttlecock Preferred Location

Number Rating Speed
1 75 Slow For use in Highlands
2 76 Medium / Slow For use in hotter areas
3 77 Medium For use in most sea level areas
4 78 Medium / Fast For use in cold areas
5 79 Fast For use below sea level
3. Badminton Shoes

Badminton shoes are designed to give you better traction and grip to stop in time to return a
shot. They should also be lightweight have good cushioning to absorb impact when you
jump or land. Regular players will find heel cups useful to prolonging the lifespan of your
shoes. Do not wear jogging shoes as they usually lack grip and traction. You might end up
crashing through the badminton net if you are unable to stop in time to receive a drop shot.
If you want to get a good grip on your badminton shoes, only wear it on badminton courts.
Do not wear it for jogging or any other activities. Once the grip is gone, the shoes will not
be effective on the court anymore. If your heels and knees start to hurt every time you land
heavily on the floor after jumping, it means that the cushioning of your shoes has worn off.
Although your shoes may still look new, it may be time to change them. If you want them
to last longer, you may have to change the insole.
 To protect your heels, it would be wise to invest in a good pair of heel cups. While they
may be expensive, they are certainly worth it as they can save you from a lot of pain. Heel
cups can also help to prolong the lifespan of your Badminton Shoes. If you decide to invest
in them, get a good pair that comes with a lifetime guarantee.

4. Badminton Attire

For casual to non-competitive players, a comfortable pair of shorts and cotton or dry-fit t-
shirt is sufficient. Some players may want to equip themselves with hand grips, wristbands
and ankle guards. Each of these items serves a purpose and might also add a color to the
entire get-up. When it comes to badminton equipment, select what is appropriate before
turning your attention to aesthetics.
5. Net

A mesh net divides the badminton court into two sides. Badminton net is placed lower than
a volleyball net at five feet and one inch high on the sides and five feet high in the center.
The length may vary depending on whether doubles or singles are playing, with singles
reaching 17 feet and doubles reaching 22 feet. The net is 30 inches wide with a 3-inch white
tape doubled over the top.
6. Badminton Racket Strings
Using the correct badminton string for your racket affects your performance and
plays a huge role during your badminton game. Your choice of racket string
should be based on your style of play. There are two things to consider when
stringing your racket:
1) String diameter - Thicker strings are more durable but have less power,
thinner strings are less durable but have more power.
2) String tension - Badminton tension is measured in “pounds”. The higher the
pounds (lbs), the higher the tension and vice versa. String tension can also be set
according to the recommended skill levels below.

 Beginners: 19-20 lbs

 Intermediate players: 21-24lbs
 Advance players: 25+ lbs.
7. Apparels and Accessories
Unsure of what badminton apparel or accessories to bring to court? Many
players have a customized list of items that they bring with them, but we have
compiled a list of the most essential items to have in your gym bag. This way,
you will be well prepared to deal with any situation that arises in the badminton
court.

A. Grip

A grip made of cloth or synthetic fiber absorbs sweat and provides you a drier
feel. Grip sizes also vary for every player as it is dependent on the size of your
palm or personal preference. The letter ‘G’ is used to indicate racket grip sizes.
Below are the common
Racket grip Grip size Racket
sizes for function racket
handles.
G1 4 in Large palms
G2 3.75 in Large palms
G3 3.5 in Regular palms
G4 3.25 in Regular palms
G5 3 in Small palms
G6 2.75 in Small palms
Apart from the above factors, you may also have to consider things when
choosing a badminton racket. This includes the shape and balance of your
racket, the flexibility of its shaft and whether you are playing singles or doubles.

B. Socks
Wear a pair of thick cotton socks as they help to absorb sweat. They also
prevent your feet from slipping inside your shoes. Avoid wearing Nylon socks
that don’t absorb sweat.

C. Wrist Band
If you perspire a lot, you may consider getting a wrist band that prevents your
sweat from flowing to your racket handle.

D. Head Band
Wear a Head Band if you wear spectacles. It prevents your lenses from getting
wet and also stops the sweat and hair from getting into your eyes while playing.

E. A pair of scissors
A pair of scissors can come very handy
People don’t usually think of a pair of scissors to be an essential badminton
equipment, but it is something you must carry.A pair of scissors can be used for
many reasons. If your racket strings break, it is wise to cut the rest of the strings
on the spot. This is because the strings of the racket keep it in shape and having
broken strings can damage the shape of the frame. Besides this, a pair of scissors
can come handy when apply a grip. There may be some excess grip material left
after applying a new grip. To cut if off, a pair of scissors is necessary.
And lastly, in case of a medical emergency it can be used to cut Band-Aids and
other such material.
8. Lighting
The optimal solution is to have TV-lights over all courts. This is, however, an
expensive solution. If the regular lights of the hall are being used it is important
to ensure that the lights are not disturbing the players who are playing. It is
equally important that visibility and the quality of lighting are the same across
all courts. A-boards, banners and other advertising equipment immediately
surrounding the courts should be in matt colours and shouldn’t have more than
20% white on them as reflections of light could disturb players’ vision. All
sources of daylight must be covered so that it does not enter the hall.

9. Camera
Placement of the cameras
The minimum requirements for cameras are normally: -

 Main Camera (behind the court) –

 Floor Camera (by the net covering one half of the court) –
 Floor Camera (by the net covering the other half of the court) –
 EVS machine for replays (from one of the corners) –
 ENG Camera to cover crowd shots, players, coaches, etc.

10. Microphones
Microphones for umpires
If microphones for umpires are to be used for TV it is important that the Referee
is aware of this so that the Umpires can be briefed accordingly.

11. Air-conditioning and heating

The air-conditioning and heating must be tested to ensure that it does not create
draught in the hall which will disturb the players who are playing
12. Other equipment used
It is an important tool to have an accurate scale diagram of the venue and to
insert the exact positions of the following items:
 umpire chairs
 service judge chairs
 line judge chairs
 court cleaning equipment
 2-minutes interval notice boards
 scoreboards
 player name facilities
 advertising boards
 used shuttle boxes
 baskets for players
 referees’ tables and chairs
 match control tables and chairs
 shuttle control tables and chairs
 umpire control tables and chairs
 line judge control tables and chairs
 microphone stands
 TV camera positions
 water dispensers
8. Badminton Tracker
Most badminton players hope to be star performers on the court but this takes a
lot of patience, focus, and effort. The best way to ensure that your effort doesn’t
go to waste you may need to have a badminton tracker to help you to improve
your game. Badminton trackers are portable devices that provide personalized
training and coaching in real-time via a connection with your smartphone.
They effectively help you improve on your technique and stance by analysing
every shot and providing an accurate statistic of your performance. These
devices are easy to use and lightweight so they can be attached to the wrist or
racket without being noticeable. We recommend the Actofit Badminton Tracker
which has emerged as the industry leader in recent years.
The exact placement of the floor cameras must be planned in consultation with
the Referee so that no technical officials are obstructed. There should normally
not be play from other courts within the camera shot. Should the venue not be
full, it is important to rearrange the spectator seating so that as many people as
possible are sitting within the camera shot.

Badminton – Major International Tournaments

Badminton has been a part of Summer Olympics since 1992. It is now also held
in Youth Olympic Games. BWF World Championships is the most prestigious
tournament in Badminton where the winners emerge as world champions. It is
held every year but not in the year of Olympics.
Thomas & Uber Cup is a badminton team championship; Thomas Cup is for
men and Uber Cup for women.
Here is a list of some prominent tournaments that are being organized for
Badminton:-

 Olympics
 BWF World Championships
 BWF World Junior Championships.
 BWF World Senior Championships.
 BWF Para-Badminton World Championships
 Thomas & Uber Cups
 Sudirman Cup
Major Domestic Badminton Tournaments in India
Let it be any sport, domestic level tournaments are the stepping stone for any
athlete who wants to be a world champion. Domestically, Badminton has been
in India since 1934 with the formation of the Badminton Association of
India (BAI). BAI is an association registered under the societies act and has
been holding national-level tournaments in India since 1936. Here are the major
Badminton Tournaments in India:
 Premier Badminton League
 Ranking Tournaments 
 All India Inter Institutional Badminton Tournament 
 Sub Junior Indian National Badminton Championships
 Junior Indian National Badminton Championships
 Indian National Badminton Championships

OLYMPIC GAMES RIO 2016

SINGLES Men
Gold - Long CHEN - CHINESE
Silver - Chong Wei LEE - MALAYSIA
Bronze - Viktor AXELSEN – DENMARK

SINGLES WOMEN
Gold - Carolina MARIN - ESPAÑOL
Silver - V. Sindhu PUSARLA - INDIA
Bronze - Nozomi OKUHARA – JAPANESE
DOUBLES MEN
Gold - CHINESE
Silver - MALAYSIA
Bronze – BRITISH

DOUBLES WOMEN
Gold - JAPANESE
Silver - DENMARK
Bronze – KOR

DOUBLES MIXED
Gold - INDONESIA
Silver - MALAYSIA
Bronze - CHINESE

BWF WORLD RANKINGS

SINGLES Men
Kento MOMOTA – Japan
Viktor AXELSEN - Denmark
Anders ANTONSEN – Denmark
SINGLES WOMEN
TAI Tzu Ying Silver - Chinese Taipei
CHEN Yu Fei – China
Nozomi OKUHARA - Japan

DOUBLES MEN
Marcus Fernaldi GIDEON
INA
Kevin Sanjaya SUKAMULJO

Hendra SETIAWAN
INA
Mohammad AHSAN

LEE Yang
TPE
WANG Chi-Lin

DOUBLES WOMEN
Yuki FUKUSHIMA
JPN
Sayaka HIROTA

Mayu MATSUMOTO
JPN
Wakana NAGAHARA

CHEN Qing
CHN
ChenJIA Yi Fan

DOUBLES MIXED
ZHENG Si Wei
CHN
HUANG Ya Qiong

Dechapol PUAVARANUKROH
THA
Sapsiree TAERATTANACHAI
 CHN WANG Yi LyuHUANG Dong Ping

Badminton Association of India Ranking

 
Senior Men's Singles
Siril Varma S. S. ★ 2314 points, TS
Ansal Yadav★ 2142 points, UP
Kartikey Gulshan Kumar★ 1909 points, DLI

Senior Women's Singles

Aakarshi shyap ★ 2667 points, AAI
Malvika Bansod ★ 2292 points, AAI
Ira Sharma ★ 1976 points, HAR

Men's Doubles
Krishna Prasad & Gouse Shaik
Ira Sharma & Vaidehi Choudhari
Ashmita Chaliha & Riya Mookerjee

WOMEN'S DOUBLES
Shikha utam (AI) & Ashwini Bhat (KIK)
Rutaparna Panda (PSPB) & Karishma Wadkar (MAH)
Harika V. (TS) & Akshaya Warang (MAH)

Mixed Doubles
Ashwini Bhat (KTK) & Sai Pratheek Krishna Prasad (KTK)
Vighnesh Devlekar (MAH) & Rutaparna Panda (ORI)
Gouse Shaik (AP) & Utkarsh Arora (DLI)

Highest governing body: 

Badminton World Federation
https://bwfbadminton.com/
Poul-Erik Høyer Larsen - President

BWF has 196 Members globally.

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is recognised by the International
Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC)
as the world governing body for badminton. The International Badminton
Federation (IBF), as it was originally called, was established in London, on 5
July 1934 with nine founding member associations. The BWF is a federation of
196 members.
BWF is registered under the International Organizations (Privileges and
Immunities) Act 1992 in Malaysia – Registration Number P.U. (A) 363.
Vision
Giving every child a chance to play for life.
Mission
To lead and inspire all stakeholders…

  …. deliver spectacular event entertainment

  …. drive fan engagement
  …. create innovative and sustainable development initiatives
  …. and support our membership to maximize outcomes for the sport.

India governing body:

Badminton Association of India

(B.A.I.)
http://www.badmintonindia.org/
DR. HIMANTA BISWA SARMA IS PRESIDENT OF BAI

BAI Mission
"To regulate, promote, manage and develop the sport of 'Badminton' in the
Country transparently."
"To create comprehensively established progressive pathway for Badminton
Players, Coaches and other Technical persons of the Country.”
"To seek support of Govt. of India, Sport Authorities, Executive Council
Members, all Member Associations, Indian and International Media and
Sponsors for the continuous promotion and growth of Badminton India."
"To effectively Co-ordinate with Badminton Asia Confedration (BAC),
Badminton World Federation (BWF), Indian Olympic Association and all other
National & International Sports Organisations for the progess of the Sport of
Badminton."

BAI Vision
“To provide leadership for the sport of ‘Badminton’ by focusing on common
‘Mission’ of all Stake holders and to set-up short, medium and long-term
‘Goals’ in terms of the progress in all core activities and functional areas of
Badminton in order to ensure the talent and standard of Badminton in the
Country continues to grow with the sport becoming increasingly popular
worldwide and the ‘Badminton India’ remains the nursery of Champions”.
Office Address: - Badminton Association of India, D-6/10,
Vasant Vihar, New Delhi - 110 057 (INDIA)
Tel: +91-11-41450524 / +91-11-41450524

Some of the Greatest Match Played and Won by India.

Carolina Marin (ESP) v P.V. Sindhu (IND)- Women's Badminton

Final Rio 2016

https://youtu.be/2WgNz_TO1q8

Saina Nehwal Wins Badminton Women's Singles Bronze - IND v

CHN | London 2012 Olympics
https://youtu.be/HucIqi8Lw3E

Prakash Padukone Vs Liem Swie King | Men's singles final 1980 |

All England open championship
https://youtu.be/GY5U0m1iu8c

WD Silver - IND vs MAS - 2014 Commonwealth Games badminton

Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa 
https://youtu.be/x9EpuV12dHo