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Explore advanced techniques and strategies in individual sports to enhance performance and sportsmanship.
Individual Games and Sports II - Quick Look Revision Guide
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This compact guide covers 20 must-know concepts from Individual Games and Sports II aligned with Class X preparation for Health and Physical Education. Ideal for last-minute revision or daily review.
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Badminton: A racket sport played on a rectangular court divided by a net.
Badminton involves singles or doubles play, with the objective of hitting the shuttlecock over the net into the opponent's court. It emphasizes agility, precision, and strategy.
Badminton court dimensions: 13.4m long, 6.1m wide (doubles), 5.18m (singles).
The court's size varies between singles and doubles play, with specific service areas marked. The net height is 1.55m at edges and 1.524m at center.
Service rules in Badminton: Serve diagonally, shuttle below 1.15m at impact.
Servers must hit the shuttle below waist height, ensuring it lands in the diagonal service court. Feet must remain stationary until the serve is delivered.
Gymnastics: A sport requiring strength, flexibility, and coordination.
Gymnastics includes events like floor exercise, pommel horse, and balance beam, showcasing physical prowess and artistic expression.
Artistic gymnastics events: Men-6, Women-4, including floor and vault.
Men compete on more apparatuses than women, with events tailored to highlight gender-specific strengths and skills.
Table Tennis: Played on a 2.74m x 1.525m table, net height 15.25cm.
Also known as ping-pong, it involves quick reflexes and precision, with games played to 11 points.
Table Tennis grips: Penhold and Shakehand, affecting play style.
The grip influences stroke variety and power, with Penhold favoring wrist action and Shakehand offering versatility.
Tennis: Played on a 23.77m x 8.23m court (singles), net height 0.914m at center.
Tennis matches are best of 3 or 5 sets, with scoring in points (15, 30, 40, game).
Tennis scoring: Love (0), 15, 30, 40, game. Deuce at 40-40.
Unique scoring system where players must win by two points after deuce, leading to advantage and game points.
Swimming strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly.
Each stroke has specific techniques and rules, with events ranging from 50m sprints to 1500m distances.
Swimming starts: Grab, Circular, Racing, Conventional, Tuck.
Different start techniques optimize speed and efficiency, crucial for competitive performance.
Swimming turns: Flip, Roll over, Breaststroke, Butterfly turns.
Efficient turns minimize time and maintain momentum, with techniques varying by stroke.
Badminton faults: Serving above waist, shuttle lands out, net touches.
Faults result in point loss, including incorrect serves, shuttle out of bounds, or net interference.
Gymnastics floor exercise: 12m x 12m area, combines tumbling and dance.
Routines showcase strength, flexibility, and artistry, with men's routines performed without music.
Table Tennis serve: Must bounce on server's side first, then opponent's.
Serves must be diagonal, with the ball visible to the opponent at all times during the serve.
Tennis grips: Forehand, Backhand, Serve, each affecting ball control.
Grip choice influences stroke power, spin, and accuracy, tailored to player style and situation.
Swimming relays: 4 swimmers, strict changeover rules to avoid DQ.
Team events require precise timing during changeovers, with disqualifications for early starts or incorrect order.
Badminton history: Originated in India as 'Poona', standardized in 1934.
The game evolved from British army officers in India, with the International Badminton Federation standardizing rules.
Gymnastics history: Ancient Greek origins, modern form by Germans.
Originally for military training, it became a competitive sport with events like pommel horse and rings.
Table Tennis history: Evolved from 'Royal Tennis', Olympic since 1988.
From parlor game to Olympic sport, it's governed by ITTF, with global popularity and competitive play.
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