A racquet sport where two or four players hit a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court.
Description
Squash is a high-energy, fast-paced sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. The game is played on a closed court with four walls, and the object is to hit a small rubber ball against the front wall in such a way that your opponent cannot return it. Squash is a great way to get exercise, improve your hand-eye coordination, and have some fun. It can also be a competitive sport, and there are many professional squash players who compete in tournaments around the world.
Categories: Indoor Games, Multiplayer Games, Team Games
How to Play
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Number of Players Required: Squash can be played by two, three, or four players.
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What You’ll Need
- A squash court
- A squash ball
- A squash racquet
- Eye protection
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Gameplay
- The game is played on a closed court with four walls.
- The object of the game is to hit a small rubber ball against the front wall in such a way that your opponent cannot return it.
- Players take turns hitting the ball against the front wall. We can hit the ball off any of the four walls before it bounces twice on the floor. The serve starts the game.
- The ball must be hit below the service line, and it must land above a tin that runs along the bottom of the front wall.
- Players can hit the ball with any part of their body, but they cannot use their hands.
- The game is played to 11 points, and the first player to reach 11 points wins the game.
- If the score is tied at 10-10, the game is played to 12 points.
- If the score is tied at 11-11, the game is played to 13 points.
- And so on.
Winning Criteria: The first player to reach 11 points wins the game.
Estimated Playtime: A game of squash typically lasts between 30 and 45 minutes.
Make it Your Own
- You can make the game more challenging by playing with a smaller ball.
- You can also make the game more fun by playing with different rules, such as playing to 15 points or playing with a handicap system.
Ready to Play? Are you ready to play squash?
Safety Note: Squash is a safe sport, but there are some risks involved. Players should always wear eye protection and be aware of their surroundings. Players should also warm up properly before playing to avoid injury.
Tags: Squash, Racquetball, Handball, Racquet Sports, Indoor Games, Multiplayer Games, Team Games