I came across this video about the Evolution of Squash and thought it was pretty cool. Take a look.
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Showing posts with label Squash Video. Show all posts
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Squash Terminology: Boast Forehand
Generally this is a shot used too often and at inappropriate times. The boast should be used to exert pressure and to attack your opponent. As a defensive shot it should be your last option. The two wall (side wall – front wall) boast should be the most common shot in your boasting armoury. The three wall (side wall – front wall – side wall) boast should only be used as a last resort when you are unable to straighten the ball.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Squash Terminology: Skid boast
The Skid Boast is a very difficult shot to master. Although, can be very useful shot when used correctly.
Skid boast is a shot that is played from the back corners. The idea is to hit high on the sidewall , very close to the front wall intersection. It is best to hit this off a deep rail shot. The ball will hit the front wall high and lob itself into the opposite back corner. If hit correctly, huge amount of spin will be imparted to the ball
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Squash Terminology: The Nick
"The Nick" is a term commonly used among squash players. Although not everyone completely understands what is meant by it.
"The Nick" is the intersection of the floor and any sidewall. If the ball hits this 'crack' it will immeadietely roll parallel to the floor and the rally will be over. This is the only kill shot in Squash that lets you finish a rally in one shot. It is the most difficult shot to hit with consistency. Understand that if you miss the nick, then the ball will bounce up right back towards you resulting in a stroke. So do not attempt the nick shot if you are close to the T. Best to try it if you are close to one of the sidewalls and then you can aim for the opposite corner nick.
To practice this shot, extend the line where the floor and sidewall intersect to behind the front wall. Aim for that line and as low to the tin as possible. If the ball is sitting up higher than your waist level with a lot of air around it, then you can attempt this shot. The closer you are to front wall the better.
"The Nick" is the intersection of the floor and any sidewall. If the ball hits this 'crack' it will immeadietely roll parallel to the floor and the rally will be over. This is the only kill shot in Squash that lets you finish a rally in one shot. It is the most difficult shot to hit with consistency. Understand that if you miss the nick, then the ball will bounce up right back towards you resulting in a stroke. So do not attempt the nick shot if you are close to the T. Best to try it if you are close to one of the sidewalls and then you can aim for the opposite corner nick.
To practice this shot, extend the line where the floor and sidewall intersect to behind the front wall. Aim for that line and as low to the tin as possible. If the ball is sitting up higher than your waist level with a lot of air around it, then you can attempt this shot. The closer you are to front wall the better.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Why Do You Love Squash?
I came across this video the other day and thought you might find it interesting why people love Squash. Please Comment Why You Love Squash.