Analisis Keterampilan Servis Pendek Bulutangkis Atlet U.15 di PB. Joyful Berdasarkan Akurasi dan Kecepatan Pukulan

This study aimed to analyze short service accuracy, short service stroke speed, and the overall short service skill of U-15 athletes at PB. Joyful based on these two indicators. The study employed a quantitative approach with a descriptive quantitative method. The subjects were 10 athletes selected through total sampling. Data were collected through a short service skill test consisting of 10 trials using a target-zone instrument and scoring rubrics for accuracy and stroke speed. The results showed that short service accuracy had a mean score of 23.60 and was categorized as moderate, with 6 athletes (60%) in the moderate category. Stroke speed had a mean score of 22.60 and was predominantly categorized as good, with 4 athletes (40%) in the good category. Overall, short service skill based on accuracy and stroke speed had a mean score of 57.75 and was categorized as moderate. These findings indicate the need for structured training to improve accuracy consistency and control of stroke speed.