Played my first game yesterday...it was intense since we played with a ball that had 2 yellow dots in it and I have never played before. Spent a lot of time running around and returning few. Am in my early 40s, slim and a decent mover but my reflexes on my wrong side (left) is weak. I have dodgy shoulders too. I need to watch a few videos on the right stance for beginners. I did enjoy the game though and in hindsight, I should have watched this video earlier. It's very useful. Thank you.
Double yellow dot balls are pretty tough to play with if you’ve never played before and your reflexes/reaction time will get better with practice. That’s great you still enjoyed it though. I’m glad you found this video useful :)
This was a great video. My buddy and I tried out squash today and had a great time but we didn't really know how to play. This really excellently explained the basics.
@Apocalypse Of Cats damn bro that sentence fits in so well with what’s happening right now for me, people are debating whether or not to go tommorow to school cause it’s the last day. I know that’s outta context and weird lol
I'll be going to another school this fall, and I plan on getting into squash! This video was nice and concise while explaining the basics that you need. Loved it, thanks!
Omg this is super helpful! I just bought some used racquets and going to try this out! I love the fact you included the different things that the referee would call during a game and its so realistic in scenarios, thank you!
How do you position yourself before hitting the ball so you can hit the ball that's coming so fast right into your chest line? Do you have to squat down so you swing over your shoulder line or give away until it hits the ground and bounces so you can hit it at your hip line?
Warmup to make the ball bounce more (warming the ball) You have to spin the racket to see who serves At least 1 foot must be in the serve box when serving and the ball should be above the 2nd line on the wall The ball should then land in the opponents half and must land behind the front line of the half (half court line) You can hit the side / back wall Ball can only bounce once Each game is 11 points, best of 5 If u get to 10 all, then u must score 2 pts to win
heyaa i saw in the opening thingy, ur holding the racket like, in the middle and that other guy is holding far back, is that preference, or is it better to hold the grip in the middle of the handle? Or doesit not matter maybe xD? Im a big noob
@@raviprakash1112 I remember playing walleyball a few times in a racket ball court. There would be like 8 people in there and those farts with humidity...
I'm a bit confused on the side switching. You only switch when you have a consecutive serve? So for example if a player scores 11 consecutive points he would switch on every serve?
When serving can the ball hit the side wall bouncing from the front wall if it gets past the half line of my opponent? Or does it have to land just on my opponents inner side?
Slice shot is the default forehand and backhand of squash, albeit with a lot more power. So you hit the geberic length using a 'power-slice'. Secondly no, hitting a very wide cross court to hit the sidewalls only takes the ball into the middle of the court where the opponent doesn't even have to change direction to hit it back. This is actuallly one of the prime mistskes that novices actually make. Good questions nonetheless!
This is great. Well explained and easy to follow. The comp I'm about to play in for the first time uses the 9 point system not 11 so another thing to get use to.
I am wondering, if it is allowed to place one foot over the half court line during the serve. This was shown just at the beginning of the video. As i read the rulebook, it only states one foot has to be placed within the serving box, still this is adjuged by my playmates regulary.
Lol, weird way to word that but yes totally depends... higher up the racquet = more control, lower down the racquet = more power, it is a personal preference
haris khan if you have any training groups at your squash club I recommend joining those or even getting a few coaching lessons to start off and then also doing some solo sessions to practice your drives and serves etc. I’ll try to post some more videos on solo drills and fitness!
Hi Zoe, I would like to know where is this squash court's location. Another question is how do they construct the wall of the court or what is the wall made of. I guess it's brick wall overthere. Hope to see your answer :)
Plz I have a question if i started practicing squash for 3 months 1 hour per week will I be able to play a match ? I actually used to practice it about 6 years ago but i stopped .
@@zoeaust_ Thanks for your comment. I' ve already bought a newer one and in my opinion, it's easier to play compared to the old ones. lighter, greater surface etc.
Zoe Aust oh fantastic that’s very kind! It’s quite basic actually, just haven’t been able to find the rules on two things: 1. When do the sides get changed during a match? 2. During the serve, when the ball has to go into the opposite box after hitting the front wall - can the ball hit the side wall as well before going inside the other side of the T or does it have to go straight to the floor after hitting the front wall? Thanks so much!!
Astra 1. Do you mean the what side you serve from? If so, when you first serve you can serve from either box and if you win the next point you will then serve from the other box. Eg. you serve from the right, win the point then serve from the left, win the point then serve from the right again. You keep alternating as long as you are winning points. I hope that makes sense 2. Your serve can hit the side wall or back wall first as long as it still lands in the back quarter after
Zoe Aust yes that’s what I meant and oh I see! And I just realised you actually mentioned that in the video but I must have kinda missed that! But the serve always changes to the person who makes a point, right? So essentially you swap sides for the serve after every single point because then the other person who serves gets to change sides too, after having made a point, or am I getting something wrong? 🙈 And okay makes sense! Thanks so much!
Astra yes whoever wins the rally/point serves and yes that’s correct if your opponent is winning the points they’ll be alternating sides to serve and you’ll be alternating sides to return the serve. If you serve from the right then lose the point your opponent can then serve from the right as well, when you first start the match or win the point for the first time/not consecutively you can choose what side to serve from and then if you keep winning points you alternate
Stephanie Biss there will be a logo on the racket and you will ask you opponent up or down, and when you spin it it will go on the ground and whatever way the logo is, whether it is upside down or the right way up is who serves.
DENIS MACIEL DOS SANTOS ahh sorry, I’m actually not sure how to put the subtitles on 😂 you can’t purposely block them, no. You need to give clear access to the ball 😊
@@zoeaust_ well lob is really different really. As it’s put lob is a shot played high above the front wall. It’s recognised as a main shot of its own by many books and also top players. Kill really I can’t really describe it. I don’t mind if you can enlighten.
When you first win the point you can choose what side you serve from (most people serve from the right first, if their opponent is right handed, so they are serving to their backhand), after that if you continuously win points you alternate between the right and left side. Eg, you serve from the right and win the point, then you serve from the left. Hope that makes sense! :)
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Every time I see Jim and Robert California play I mean to look up the rules, I finally did it this time. Thanks for the clear explanation!
Haha I love this!!! You're welcome 😊
Same here
That’s exactly why I came on here 😂
As a racquetball player, it's crazy to see how the game be so different.
exactly why I am here :)
This was surprisingly well made, short and to the point and still packed with all the information I wanted and then some. Thanks!
John Edvards thank you, I’m glad!! ☺️
Played my first game yesterday...it was intense since we played with a ball that had 2 yellow dots in it and I have never played before. Spent a lot of time running around and returning few. Am in my early 40s, slim and a decent mover but my reflexes on my wrong side (left) is weak. I have dodgy shoulders too. I need to watch a few videos on the right stance for beginners. I did enjoy the game though and in hindsight, I should have watched this video earlier. It's very useful. Thank you.
Double yellow dot balls are pretty tough to play with if you’ve never played before and your reflexes/reaction time will get better with practice. That’s great you still enjoyed it though. I’m glad you found this video useful :)
This was a great video. My buddy and I tried out squash today and had a great time but we didn't really know how to play. This really excellently explained the basics.
Heading to my first game today with a friend! Thanks for this, straight to the point :)
+Andrew Vincent awesome!! How’d you go? :)
Yeah how was it?
Guys it was so amazing that I even went again
Andrew Vincent nice I’m going this week
@Apocalypse Of Cats damn bro that sentence fits in so well with what’s happening right now for me, people are debating whether or not to go tommorow to school cause it’s the last day. I know that’s outta context and weird lol
i am a squash player in 14 years old and i compete for my country in junior level, this is a really good video for people who are just beginning!
That’s awesome, may I ask what country? ☺️ thank you!!
Zoe Aust scotland!
I'll be going to another school this fall, and I plan on getting into squash! This video was nice and concise while explaining the basics that you need. Loved it, thanks!
Thank you, I'm glad this video helped! Good luck with your squash!! ☺️
How's it going?
Omg this is super helpful! I just bought some used racquets and going to try this out! I love the fact you included the different things that the referee would call during a game and its so realistic in scenarios, thank you!
Thanks Zoe. I needed a recap after some years away and this was perfect. Now to see if you've made a tips/technique guide.
Thank you Zoe. Just gonna try out Squash today for the first time.
Great video, concise and clear. Helped me return to squash after some years away
Thank you! Such clear explanation! Played it last time and have no idea how to count the scores!
Thanks for the refresher. I haven't played in more than ten years and really want to get back into it.
Love that!
Great video Zoe! I’m just getting back in to squash after a couple years out. Nice wee refresher! Thanks 🙏
How do you position yourself before hitting the ball so you can hit the ball that's coming so fast right into your chest line? Do you have to squat down so you swing over your shoulder line or give away until it hits the ground and bounces so you can hit it at your hip line?
Try to step back so you have room to swing 😊
One of the best, quick and informative training videos I've seen. Thk u!
Glad it was helpful!
Warmup to make the ball bounce more (warming the ball)
You have to spin the racket to see who serves
At least 1 foot must be in the serve box when serving and the ball should be above the 2nd line on the wall
The ball should then land in the opponents half and must land behind the front line of the half (half court line)
You can hit the side / back wall
Ball can only bounce once
Each game is 11 points, best of 5
If u get to 10 all, then u must score 2 pts to win
Although there maybe others I’m just so fascinated that this sport actually has 3 dimensional gameplay for ball play
I’m 11 years old and going to start playing squash competitively since I’ve already been playing for a year. This helped me understand way better. Thx
Aw I'm so glad! Best of luck with your squash journey 😊
shouldn't be on yt minimum age is 13
@@raspect333 ok
I already know how to play squash but I’m just watching because why not.
what an amazing game. It's like a 3-D version of tennis!
more like real life pong
point-to-point... Well Explained! for beginners.
hii im starting squash and this is a great video for me to watch
heyaa
i saw in the opening thingy, ur holding the racket like, in the middle and that other guy is holding far back, is that preference, or is it better to hold the grip in the middle of the handle? Or doesit not matter maybe xD? Im a big noob
In Tennis you should hold the racket far back. Don't know about squash tho, looks so wrong
higher up the racquet = more control, lower down the racquet = more power, it is a personal preference
Thanks! This is a good start for me.
Going to my first game with my girlfriend today :) Thank you for your video!
Have fun!!
Hello Aust, my grolfiend squash balled my ball, how to fix, kind regards from scotland.
Thanks
Thanks for explaining this so neatly.
Glad it was helpful!
What happens when someone farts?
😂
🤴🏿
The rally ends, and you win the point and the next serve.
Wins a point😂😂😂
@@raviprakash1112 I remember playing walleyball a few times in a racket ball court. There would be like 8 people in there and those farts with humidity...
Thank you for posting this video, it is really Crisp and nicely explained!
I'm a bit confused on the side switching. You only switch when you have a consecutive serve? So for example if a player scores 11 consecutive points he would switch on every serve?
Nevernever neveragain that’s correct 😊
Thanks for this video! I’m not sure if there’s squash in my country, but if not I think I can replicate it, if it is, game on!
What country do you live in? 😊
The southern parts of the US. If I can’t find a squash place, I’ll probably find a racquet ball court and play squash there :).
I mean. I know squash exists in parts of the country. But it’s rare and few people know about it.
Im an overweight woman who will be joining squash as a fun way to get healthy. Thank-you for the tips!
That's awesome, you're welcome!
Continue playing and you won't be overweight for long.
This is sick man! keep it up 🔥
Thanks Koby 😊
When serving can the ball hit the side wall bouncing from the front wall if it gets past the half line of my opponent? Or does it have to land just on my opponents inner side?
Yep, the ball can hit the side wall, as long as it hits the front wall first and then the side wall 😊
Great video - thanks so much!
Best beginner video out there. Thanks for making this. :)
Such a good guide. Love to play squash. Don't understand why its not more common. Squash > Padel :D
500th... 😉😉😉🤗🤗
Congratulations 🎊
I have no experience but wouldn't be slice shots or cross court shots using side walls more effective?
Slice shot is the default forehand and backhand of squash, albeit with a lot more power. So you hit the geberic length using a 'power-slice'.
Secondly no, hitting a very wide cross court to hit the sidewalls only takes the ball into the middle of the court where the opponent doesn't even have to change direction to hit it back. This is actuallly one of the prime mistskes that novices actually make.
Good questions nonetheless!
@@hamzaliaqatmehmood I see... Thank you!
Thank you so much! Great Video!
Thanks ☺️
This is great. Well explained and easy to follow. The comp I'm about to play in for the first time uses the 9 point system not 11 so another thing to get use to.
Great video. You are so good at squash. Thank you. :)
Dragon born thank you so much!
I am wondering, if it is allowed to place one foot over the half court line during the serve. This was shown just at the beginning of the video. As i read the rulebook, it only states one foot has to be placed within the serving box, still this is adjuged by my playmates regulary.
JoheyInbound yep! As long as you have one whole foot in service box, your other foot can be anywhere 😊
is it normal to choke up on the raquet like that? i usually hold it from the base so i can really whip my wrist
Lol, weird way to word that but yes totally depends... higher up the racquet = more control, lower down the racquet = more power, it is a personal preference
Very helpfull video! Thank you :) , i’m going to play squash for the very first time
You’re welcome! That’s awesome, I hope you enjoy it!!!
Please don't mind but I love squash so do you help me about I learn squash please please reply about that
haris khan how can I help? 😊
@@zoeaust_ I'm beginner in squash so help me about starting training about squash about fitness
haris khan if you have any training groups at your squash club I recommend joining those or even getting a few coaching lessons to start off and then also doing some solo sessions to practice your drives and serves etc. I’ll try to post some more videos on solo drills and fitness!
Too good. Nicely explained.
Thank you!
Thank you so much 🥰🥰😍🙂😇😂
Any videos on how to play solo ? would be good to see :)
I will do a video on solo training soon 😊
Can you hit return of serve before ball bounces once on floor or side wall?
Yep! You can volley the serve
Thanks for the detailed info
Hi Zoe, I would like to know where is this squash court's location. Another question is how do they construct the wall of the court or what is the wall made of. I guess it's brick wall overthere. Hope to see your answer :)
Hi, located in Brisbane, Australia. Most are rendered brick but some are sand filled
Great Video thank you ☺
Omg this is the hardest and complicated game ever !!
Hahaha it sounds like it but it’s more simple once you’ve played a couple of time!
Very nice video. Truly informative
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much!,😄
You're welcome!
I have no interest in playing but uave always wondered how its played haha. Great video thanks!
+Someguy279 you’re welcome! May I ask why you’re not interested in playing? :)
Thanks for the information.
Great Video Zoe
This was really helpful thanks
Adarsh Anand you’re welcome! 😊
can we use a tennis racket?
Nope!
Is SQUSH a Europe thing because we don’t have that in the US right or maybe we do i don’t know I am not familiar with the sport
Nope, I'm Australian and squash is definitely played in the US 😊
I find it difficult so that’s why I play badminton
I find badminton difficult haha
Plz I have a question if i started practicing squash for 3 months 1 hour per week will I be able to play a match ? I actually used to practice it about 6 years ago but i stopped .
HooR Mostafa yeah I think you could, especially if you used to play.. you’ll probably pick it back up faster than you think 😊
Zoe Aust Thank you so much for replying ♥️♥️🥺You’re so sweet 🥰
HooR Mostafa you’re welcome ☺️
Nice teaching !👌👌
Squash is so good / I highly recommend anyone to give it a go ❤️😀
Can we choose a different way to select who will serve
Just choose
If both agree to it I guess, spinning your racquet is just the easiest way
well, good video. But can anybody tell my why the shape of the squash racket has changed? 80s compared to nowadays.
Elmo kamiz same reason most things change... modern technology and materials. Racquets are no longer made of wood.
@@zoeaust_ Thanks for your comment. I' ve already bought a newer one and in my opinion, it's easier to play compared to the old ones. lighter, greater surface etc.
Elmo kamiz yeah definitely a lot lighter!!
Great video! Thanks! Are you still answering questions? I played a hand full of times now but there are some things I haven’t fully understood yet
Astra thank you! Yes absolutely, ask away 😊
Zoe Aust oh fantastic that’s very kind! It’s quite basic actually, just haven’t been able to find the rules on two things:
1. When do the sides get changed during a match?
2. During the serve, when the ball has to go into the opposite box after hitting the front wall - can the ball hit the side wall as well before going inside the other side of the T or does it have to go straight to the floor after hitting the front wall?
Thanks so much!!
Astra 1. Do you mean the what side you serve from? If so, when you first serve you can serve from either box and if you win the next point you will then serve from the other box. Eg. you serve from the right, win the point then serve from the left, win the point then serve from the right again. You keep alternating as long as you are winning points. I hope that makes sense
2. Your serve can hit the side wall or back wall first as long as it still lands in the back quarter after
Zoe Aust yes that’s what I meant and oh I see! And I just realised you actually mentioned that in the video but I must have kinda missed that! But the serve always changes to the person who makes a point, right? So essentially you swap sides for the serve after every single point because then the other person who serves gets to change sides too, after having made a point, or am I getting something wrong? 🙈
And okay makes sense! Thanks so much!
Astra yes whoever wins the rally/point serves and yes that’s correct if your opponent is winning the points they’ll be alternating sides to serve and you’ll be alternating sides to return the serve. If you serve from the right then lose the point your opponent can then serve from the right as well, when you first start the match or win the point for the first time/not consecutively you can choose what side to serve from and then if you keep winning points you alternate
hey a question , I read online that beginners can squash 57... can someone explain to me , why exactly tht is
Squash 57 (racquetball) is played with a bigger and bouncier ball and a bigger racquet making it easier for beginners
I have a problem with playing volleys. Any tips on that?
Short and best
This video is gonna blow up now that squash is added in Olympics
Love your voice 👍
how to do you know who’s going first by spinning the racket?
Stephanie Biss there will be a logo on the racket and you will ask you opponent up or down, and when you spin it it will go on the ground and whatever way the logo is, whether it is upside down or the right way up is who serves.
my goodness!! That question was bothering me for weeks. Stil no help
Rolax explained it ☺️
@@zoeaust_ thnks..overlooked that comment
Thank you!
Thank you so much it’s our first time n this tutorial was very useful
Gratitude
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R s yoga school
India
what happens if you (accidentally) hit your opponent with the ball on your shot?
Wearing your safety squints I see! Nice explanation, thanks. :)
So much unwasted time. So few extra words. This might be the clearest explanation ever.
Thanks, appreciate it 😊
Perfect but i need subtitles... sorry..is it possible to invade the opponent's area during the rally?
DENIS MACIEL DOS SANTOS ahh sorry, I’m actually not sure how to put the subtitles on 😂 you can’t purposely block them, no. You need to give clear access to the ball 😊
Very helpful thanks
Jabadaba dooooo
So basically if the ball bounces more than once the other person gets a point?
Good cover but I think you may want to consider a lob as a main shot too.
It’s a variation of either a straight drive or cross court.. would be like saying a kill shot is a main shot too
@@zoeaust_ well lob is really different really. As it’s put lob is a shot played high above the front wall. It’s recognised as a main shot of its own by many books and also top players. Kill really I can’t really describe it. I don’t mind if you can enlighten.
Serving system is similar to badminton no if my point is even i'll serve from right and vice versa?
When you first win the point you can choose what side you serve from (most people serve from the right first, if their opponent is right handed, so they are serving to their backhand), after that if you continuously win points you alternate between the right and left side. Eg, you serve from the right and win the point, then you serve from the left.
Hope that makes sense! :)
good vedio madam.😍🤗
I'm the 350th liker🎆🎆🎆✌️✌️
+Raghav Kushwaha woohoo!! Thank you ☺️🎉
Welcome 😊. My pleasure
Their is also a double and single red dot ball
Waiting for equinox sports club Los Angeles to reopen so I can start playing again.
Fingers crossed for you!!
Closest I've ever come to squash is doing my l98 weapons handling test for cadets
What is you got your opponent
Nice explanation
Seems like this game needs fast reflex actions and my reflexes are slow. My bad :|
@Zoe Aust are you British or Australian? I can't tell...
Hahah I'm Australian!
@@zoeaust_ ☺ Well, you have a pleasant accent. You're lucky you don't sound nasally like other Australians.
Good video, lert heaps
Thanks.
I am Egyptian squash player😊😊
I still don’t get what’s a rally I’m confused can someone explain?
Basically hitting it back and forth
@@fusixnrwicnwiejciwj8925 so like that’s after the serve and you and your opponent take turns on hitting that’s called a rally?
@@pearlmusic5119 yes exactly
@@fusixnrwicnwiejciwj8925 ok thank youu!!
Great video
+Suraj Makker thank you!
+Suraj Makker thank you!