badminton glossary
What is a Clear in Badminton?
A clear is a defensive shot hit high and deep to the back of the opponent's court. Used to reset the rally and push the opponent away from the net. The basic defensive baseline shot.
Example in a match
You're under pressure at the net. You clear the shuttle deep to the opponent's baseline to buy yourself time.
Badminton scoring with Volley
Volley scores badminton with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Clear".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a clear in badminton?
A clear is a defensive shot hit high and deep to the back of the opponent's court. Used to reset the rally and push the opponent away from the net. The basic defensive baseline shot.
Does Volley handle clear automatically?
Yes. Volley's badminton scoring engine handles every standard rule including clear. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more badminton terms?
The full Badminton glossary is at /badminton-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.