Badminton

Badminton, one of the fastest of games, is now a firm favourite with large numbers of players in Gisborne and the East Coast.

These photographs, taken with the co-operation of members of the Gisborne Badminton Club in the Army Hall, illustrate some of the aspects of the game.

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Portion of the large number of players who left their games to face "Photo News" camera.

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Ian Niven in the act of completing a forehand drive while his partner Jim Taylor watches with a sharp eye for the next volley.

(1). W. Cummins serves from right half court to Niven.

(2). This pic. shows how racket and shuttlecock are held when serving.

(3). As Niven completes smash shot, the "bird" can be seen leaving racket at high speed (sometimes up to 60 m.p.h.).

(4). S. Gibson comes up into position to take drive shot.

(5). Backhand drive is completed by Cummins. First-class badminton is faster than tennis, requires high standard of fitness.

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(1). Mixed doubles has G. Taylor and Janet Atkinson looking into rafters for clear shot.

(2). While H. Tapping sends away sizzling smash, Di Renner waits confidently at net to sneak drop shot over net (3).

(4). At other end of court, Janet waits her opportunity at the net.

(5). Now for that overhead smash.

(6). Combination of smash and drop shots puts an end to rally.

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