Backhand short serve in Badminton

Most players don't have a problem with this serve, and it is especially useful when playing doubles. Stand directly in front of the net, as close as possible to the front service area line. With both feet parallel to the net or one foot forward, whichever is more comfortable. Hold the birdie in front of you, under the waist. With a normal backhand grip, hold the racket in front of you, with your elbow upward. Practically without letting go of the birdie hit it from your grip.

Common backhand serve mistakes
Beginners make the common mistake of holding the birdie too close to their body, which makes it harder to make a clean swift swing when serving. Another common mistake is not keeping your elbow high enough , so the back swing doesn't balance on the elbow and they only hit the birdie with a wrist flick, not giving it enough power to clear the net.

Long serve:
Wrist flick
In both the forehand and backhand short serve the wrist is kept in one firm position. However in the long serve there is a wrist flick which projects the birdie towards the back of the court, this is done to confuse the opponent. This is done, by following through on the swing and right at the end with a tight grip on the handle giving it a powerful flick giving the head a good thrust, sending the birdie over the players head and towards the back of the court. Both these serves can be used in doubles as well.

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