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SQUASH RULES UK<\/strong>: Check out the match winning tactics of the fast-moving indoor court game.<\/p>\n

All the rudimentary and basic squash rules for beginners get listed below. Newcomers and novices will this simple guide an easy-to-follow overview.<\/p>\n

The popular racket sport was originally known as ‘Squash Racquets<\/strong>‘ game. It first began in the 19th century with its birthplace credited to the Harrow School in London.<\/p>\n

UK Squash & Racketball in Manchester currently regulate the rules for squash in the modern game.<\/p>\n

The official rule book gets approved and overseen by the World Squash Federation. The WSF Official Rule Book<\/a> is also available with a PFD download option.<\/p>\n

A competitive squash game requires skill and a quick turn of speed. Not to mention oodles of agility and supreme fitness.<\/p>\n

For Example: Squash ball speeds can reach 170mph. The most energetic of players often burn off around 1000 calories an hour.<\/p>\n

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Squash Rules and Regulations<\/h2>\n

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Aim of Playing Squash Game<\/h3>\n

There is one basic principle of squash game rules. That is to continue hitting the squash ball against the front wall until your opponent fails to return it to you.<\/p>\n

Match warm-ups take place immediately preceding the start of play – usually in the court. But, the warming-up periods should not exceed five minutes.<\/p>\n

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The Basic Rules for Squash Equipment<\/h2>\n

Each player (two in total) will use their own squash racket. Rackets are usually made of composite material such as graphite or Kevlar. They will play using one rubber ball (unless it bursts and needs replacing).<\/p>\n

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The ball speed characteristics and colouring differs according to player standard:<\/p>\n