badminton glossary
What is a Kill in Badminton?
A kill is a winning shot at the net — usually hit downward into a spot where the opponent can't reach it. Net kills are the highest-percentage attacking shot in doubles.
Example in a match
Your opponent's lift floats short. You step in and kill it straight down at the feet of their partner.
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 "Kill".
Free on iOS and Android. Multi-sport scoring across 9 sports with proper sport-specific scoring engines, ELO rating tracking, and tournament running.
Frequently asked questions
What is a kill in badminton?
A kill is a winning shot at the net — usually hit downward into a spot where the opponent can't reach it. Net kills are the highest-percentage attacking shot in doubles.
Does Volley handle kill automatically?
Yes. Volley's badminton scoring engine handles every standard rule including kill. 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.