Zero-Basic Mixed Doubles Training: Practical Skills of Backhand Net Front Serve and Front Court Positioning

This article targets beginners in badminton mixed doubles, breaks down two core skills: backhand net serve and front court positioning, and also provides practice guidelines: 1. **Backhand net serve**: Compared with forehand serve, it is more covert and can disrupt the opponent's positioning, which is the key to scoring points at the start of a game. A right-handed player should stand in the right service court, with the left foot forward and the right foot back, hold the racket with backhand grip where the thumb sticks to the wide edge of the handle, toss the ball 10-20 centimeters high, and only use wrist and finger strength to send the ball to within 30 centimeters of the opponent's net. After serving, immediately move sideways to the front court to take position. Common mistakes for beginners include tossing the ball too high, swinging the arm excessively, and incorrect grip, which require targeted corrections. 2. **Front court positioning**: 70% of mixed doubles points come from the front court. The core is to not crowd the middle of the court, not cross the line, and lower the center of gravity. Stand 1 meter away from the net between the service line and the net, and divide the area with your partner in advance. Start moving the moment the opponent serves, timely block and return net shots to the back court. When facing a clear lift, step back to leave space for your partner to attack, and avoid blocking your partner's hitting route. Common mistakes for beginners include standing too far back, snatching positions, and keeping knees straight, which require corresponding adjustments. 3. **Practice guidelines**: For backhand serve, you can first practice against a wall.