badminton glossary
What is a Shuttlecock in Badminton?
The projectile in badminton — a feathered or synthetic cone-shaped object weighing about 5 grams. The shuttlecock's aerodynamics are unique: it decelerates rapidly so smashes are fast off the racquet but slow by the time they reach the opponent.
Example in a match
You smash the shuttlecock at 300km/h. By the time it reaches your opponent, it's slowed to 80km/h.
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 "Shuttlecock".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a shuttlecock in badminton?
The projectile in badminton — a feathered or synthetic cone-shaped object weighing about 5 grams. The shuttlecock's aerodynamics are unique: it decelerates rapidly so smashes are fast off the racquet but slow by the time they reach the opponent.
Does Volley handle shuttlecock automatically?
Yes. Volley's badminton scoring engine handles every standard rule including shuttlecock. 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.