Talk:Elkins

The Elkins Bounce
A term unofficially used in badminton. Official rules of badminton state that once served, the shuttlecock must not land on the floor or it is considered illegal and a point conceded. The Elkins Bounce is a term used by amateurs who are given a bounce if they are unable to make a legal shot. This also has the effect ot slowing down the game and is most beneficial to learners of badminton. Elkins (2008)