What are good badminton strategies?

What are good badminton strategies to get points faster? What are good strategies to get points that makes it almost impossible for opponents to defend themselves and return shuttlecocks?|||That really depends on A LOT of things. Like, Singles or Doubles or Mixed Doubles, how good you and your opponent(s) are.





But really, the main strategy, is to endure a lot longer than they do. Try and hit it to places they aren't and in the end make them run. After you feel they are tired, smash. This is a really vague question...because everyone is different, there is no easy way to beat anyone...unless they have a major disadvantage.





Make them run; Smash; and hit to their backhand.|||As already noted, there is no one answer that works for everyone or for every opponent. However, here are some tips from my coaches that you can try to incorporate into your game:





1. Play an active, not reactive, game.


This means that you should be planning your shots, thinking about where you want to put the bird, evaluating your opponent's weaknesses--not waiting for a shot to get hit to you and then relying on your split-second reflexes to get it back over the net. You will get points much more quickly if you don't waste time losing the serve on easy errors and then having to gain it back.





2. If it works, keep doing it until it stops working. This is a fast way to get points at the start of a game. If your opponent can't get to your drops, keep dropping. If they don't perform well on short serves, don't hit a long one just for fun! Most people will catch on eventually, and then you will need to change your strategy, but you will be several points ahead by that point.





3. Don't be afraid to hit the same shot twice. Conventional wisdom is to vary your placement and speed of hits, and this is very good advice, but if you clear, and your opponent is rushing to the net after returning it, send another clear back there--he won't be ready for it.





And of course, all the other good stuff--footwork is key, drill your heart out, learn to serve flawlessly, etc.--will help too, but the key to getting points quickly is taking advantage of your strengths and exploiting your opponent's weaknesses. Play as many different opponents as you can to gain experience with a variety of styles. Hope this helps!