How to bring Squash in Schools

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Squash is a fast and exciting sport that has finally been put on the Olympic programme for 2026. However, it has been hard for schools to bring it into their sports due to facilities and knowledge. England Squash has been working to try and make Squash more adaptable for schools, and getting students excited about the sport from a young age.

 

To play squash in schools, students need to learn the basic rule of hitting the ball against a front wall above the “Tin” line, ensuring the ball doesn’t bounce twice before they return it. The “Tin” line is the lowest line on the squash court front wall. Getting students into the footwork and developing basic racket control should be the main focus before gradually building up more advanced shots.

 

Basic Rules:

  • Hit the ball against the front wall above the “tin” line
  • The ball must not bounce twice before being returned
  • Serve from within the service box, and the serve must hit above the middle line on the front wall, known as the “serve” line.
  • Players alternate hitting the ball

 

Court Layout:

  • There are three key lines on the front wall; lowest is the “tin” line, the middle is the “serve” line and the top is the “out” line
  • Set up the “T” area in the centre of the court, which is a prime position for controlling the rally.
  • Service boxes either side of the “T” area

 

Beginner Skills for Focus:

  • Grip: Students learning how to comfortably grip the racket.
  • Footwork: Practice quick movements around the around to reach the ball.
  • Basic Shots: Develop a consistent forehand and backhand to hit the ball against the front wall.
  • Serve: Practice a simple serve that lands in the correct service box.

 

There are many ways of adapting Squash for young and beginner players that schools can do. For example, you don’t need a Squash Court in your school to play. You can use any standard wall in your sports hall to get players used to the service and footwork. Alternatively, you can purchase Squash Rebound Walls that are easy set up in schools.

 

For more information on you need for bringing Squash for your school, team or leisure centre please don’t hesitate to contact us on enquiries@daviessport.co.uk or 0345 120 4515.

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