Posted on 22 February 2011
Welcome to SquashHero, there is always something interesting going on around here so make sure you follow our RSS feed. Thanks!To improve your squash skills you need to practice, try routines that work on multiple skills at the same time. Watch these videos for a few routines that will help you improve your skills. In [...]
22 February 2011
If you do not know anything about squash and need somewhere to start, checkout this short video. A squash game is played by hitting the ball to the front wall and not letting it bounce on the floor more than once before it is hit back to the front wall. This video also has a [...]
22 February 2011
Squash is a very physically demanding sport so it is important to train your body to help you play, and also to prevent injury. When you are stronger you will play better and have a lower risk of hurting yourself. This video goes through the basics on why you should be exercising before playing squash [...]
22 February 2011
Watch this video to see how to put a grip on your racket.
22 February 2011
This chart shows the basics of squash and what the lines in the court mean. Players must hit the ball to the front wall between the board and the outline without the ball bouncing more than once on the floor, however the ball can hit the side walls and back wall. During the serve, players [...]
22 February 2011
This picture shows different speeds of squash balls and the markings to indicate their speed. Image source: Science of Coaching Squash
22 February 2011
Squash is physically demanding and your body needs to be up to snuff to keep in the game. It is important to exercise to preventing injury. Your legs play a big part in your game, so keeping them strong is essential. This video talks about a few things you can do to strengthen your legs [...]
22 February 2011
Keeping physically fit will go a long way in improving your squash game, but more importantly preventing injury to your body. A few key exercises you can do with little time an no equipment required are sit ups and push ups. Watch this video for a few tips on how to use these exercises to [...]
22 February 2011
The movements you do most while playing squash involved your legs. To help strengthen your legs and increase your power, try doing lunge stretches. This video shows you how to do lunges any how they are beneficial to your training.
22 February 2011
Your speed is incredibly important for how well your going to play squash. You need to be fast for a purpose rather than have speed with no accuracy to hit the ball. Increase your speed by doing a few simple exercises tuned to improving your game.
22 February 2011
Getting the ball out of the corner is tough in squash. When making a forehand dig shot you have to remember a few things, stay away from the ball and stay away from the corner. You want to practise by keeping a the face of the racket open and scooping the ball up to get [...]
22 February 2011
To make better forehand shots in squash remember what your doing with your racket, this will be the key to making the shots you want. Keep your racket up and open the face to give your shots an under spin and prevent them from going down. Watch this video for a few techniques on how [...]
22 February 2011
In a squash game, to make a lob shot you want to aim to hit the ball high and deep. Keep the face of the racket open and use your body motion to get the right swing for your shot. This first video talks about what motion to make and how to use your racket [...]
22 February 2011
When you want to make a good drop shot in squash it is important to get low with the ball and not to reach. Whether your hitting forehand or backhand, have your racketet open and get underneath with a lower stance to put under spin on the ball instead of swatting the ball which will [...]
22 February 2011
To make a good volley in your squash game you need to remember proper technique to hitting the ball. A good way to practice this shot is to keep the face of your racket open and slice through the air to hit the ball. This video shows you how to execute the shot to get [...]
22 February 2011
Train yourself to hit the ball high to make better backhand lob shots in squash. Try practising your stroke by hitting the ball straight up close to the line and having it land close to the wall, this will help you develop your motion.
22 February 2011
Your objective in the drop volley is to hit the ball just above the tin. One of the main keys to getting your backhand drop volleys right in squash, is to keep your racket up. Open the the face of your racket to get underneath the ball and get level with it to make the [...]
2 Player Drills
Posted on 22 February 2011
If you want to practice with more than one person, there are two player drills you can do to help improve your game. This video shows you how to play a short game in front of the service line. It works on improving your closer shots.
Drills and Exercises
Posted on 22 February 2011
To improve your squash skills you need to practice, try routines that work on multiple skills at the same time. Watch these videos for a few routines that will help you improve your skills. In this video, it demonstrates an excellent routine of side wall volleys to help you work on your squash ball control. [...]
Funny
Posted on 22 February 2011
Just For Laughs plays a prank on squash players by playing the sound of broken glass, while they are in the middle of playing their games. Watch these players reactions as they hear the sound of breaking glass.
How to Play
Posted on 22 February 2011
If you are new to squash, understanding the scoring system may be difficult. There are two different scoring methods; the traditional hand out system, and the Pars system. This video talks about each system to give you a quick overview on how they work.
Racket
Posted on 22 February 2011
Watch this video to see how to put a grip on your racket.
Serves
Posted on 22 February 2011
Serving in your squash game is an important start, the overhead serve is good for hitting the ball hard and getting a good start on your opponent. Watch these videos for tips on serving overhead and techniques for the right and left side of the court. Overhead Serves Left Side Right Side
Shots
Posted on 22 February 2011
Getting the ball out of the corner is tough in squash. When making a forehand dig shot you have to remember a few things, stay away from the ball and stay away from the corner. You want to practise by keeping a the face of the racket open and scooping the ball up to get [...]
What to Buy
Posted on 22 February 2011
This picture shows different speeds of squash balls and the markings to indicate their speed. Image source: Science of Coaching Squash
