Footwork drills · Rear court · Intermediate · ~3 min

Rear backhand corner movement

Used when the shuttle is too deep or fast to take round-the-head. A true backhand from the corner.

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Starting position

Ready position at base.

Movement sequence

1. Split step; pivot on the left foot, turning your back toward the net.
2. Step (or cross-step) toward the backhand rear corner, finishing with the right foot leading toward the corner.
3. Backhand grip, elbow leading, contact high.
4. Shadow the backhand stroke.

Recovery

Pivot on the right foot to turn back toward the net and chasse to base.

Technique cues

• Back to the net
• Right foot to the corner
• Elbow up

Common mistakes

• Contact too low
• Not turning enough

Easier

Shadow at walking pace.

Harder

Feeder lifts to the backhand corner for backhand clears or drops.

Safety

• Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.

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