Tag: squash

  • What do you wear to play squash?

    What do you wear to play squash?

    After receiving this question from so many people we decided to write a short one about what clothes you can wear to play squash in. Squash clothes sizing As the game is fairly high intensity and requires you to make big movements, you should wear clothes that aren’t too tight to restrict movement. Nor should…

  • The Best Squash Racket for You

    The Best Squash Racket for You

    The best squash racket is a never ending quest for both squash players and racket manufacturers. The sport is ever evolving, and science and technology enables this evolution with the discovery of new materials and experimenting with different racket designs. If you are reading this article, you too are experimenting as a player, and are…

  • How do you warm-up for a squash game?

    How do you warm-up for a squash game?

    A proper warm-up for a squash game includes activating your muscles, raising the heart rate, and getting in the zen,…or is it zone? Whichever it is. Both. Warming up for squash makes all the difference in your performance on court. The match starts in an hour. You have just arrived at the venue and are…

  • The best squash club in Lahore

    The best squash club in Lahore

    At the T-position of Lahore is a club that continues Pakistan’s squash legacy. The Punjab Squash Complex, operated by the Local Government, is a classical yet up-to-date facility for squash lovers and everyone else. Located just off The Mall Road, adjacent to the Governor’s residence, this place is frequented by players of all sizes, skill…

  • How to Split Step Squash

    How to Split Step Squash

    You may have heard from fellow squash players or coaches about the need to do the split step to reach the ball in time to play an attacking shot. There are lots of good videos on youtube that explain how to do a split step in squash. In this article we will understand why we…

  • What shoes can be used for Squash

    What shoes can be used for Squash

    The new squash player is always faced with the initial Squash Problem: Equipment. Every squash player needs rackets, shoes, balls, clothes, goggles, grips, bags, and other accessories. I admit this shopping list is quite annoying, and not having the right stuff can deny you entry on a squash court. While everyone is willing to buy…

  • How do you practice squash solo?

    How do you practice squash solo?

    Solo practice and doing drills is arguably the most important thing you can do to improve your squash. In this article, we go over a great solo squash drill that helps improve not only your shot accuracy but also your movement around the back of the court. Previously, we have learned the basic solo drill…

  • Racket bumper guard tape

    Racket bumper guard tape

    What is Crash Tape or bumper guard tape Crash tape is pretty much what it sounds like, a tape that you apply to the frame of your squash or tennis racket for protection from scraping whenever it makes contact or crashes with the walls or floor. By preventing scrapes to the racket frame and bumper,…

  • What Squash Balls do Professionals Use

    What Squash Balls do Professionals Use

    In this short article, we will go over the squash balls used by professionals; the yellow dot and the double yellow dot ball. To learn about blue dot and red dot squash balls, read this article. To learn about playing levels and effect of ball temperature, read that article. Now, lets talk balls. Single Yellow…

  • Replacement Grips vs Overgrips

    Replacement Grips vs Overgrips

    Put simply, a replacement grip is the thick mushy tape that wraps around the bare handle of the racket. The mushyness of the grip gives that cushion and makes the racket comfortable to hold. Replacement grips are commonly made of polyurethane or PU, which gives it a tacky texture and prevents slippage. Click here to…