What
is it?
A racket sport played on a court with an opponent, striking the ball against
one of four walls.
Safety
Message
While participating in the game of squash, individuals should be supervised
by qualified coaches and advised on the correct guidelines in terms of clothing
and footwear. Some clubs may require participants to wear goggles. Suggestions
on appropriate 'warm up' and 'cool down' exercises are of paramount importance.
Ideas/Aims
The following is a list of suggested targets which you could aim for when
undertaking this sport, to an increasing degree depending upon time and ability:
• Be able to understand the main principles
of stroke play, movement and balance.
• Be familiar with the techniques and tactics
of various shots, including the straight drive, crosscourt drive, lob, service
and return, volley, drop, back corner lay and angle and attack shots, with
practices for each.
• Know the correct positioning of a player
on court.
• Develop knowledge of the approach to practice
and further practice drills, games and sequences.
• Be aware of the basic scoring and rules.
• Participate in club or inter-club games.
• Participate in competitive games.
• Officiate with confidence, imposing some
simple rules to keep the game of squash moving safely and fairly.
Review/Assessment
Participants should be given the opportunity to progress their individual
skills within the game. All coaches should be able to suitably deliver the
basic skills of squash and in turn attempt to fulfil individual's potential
and maximise the enjoyment of the sport. Performance and progress should be
reviewed against targets set.
Governing
Body/Organisation
Squash Rackets Association, PO Box 52, Manchester, M12 5FF
Tel: 0161 231 4499
web site: www.squash.co.uk
