Can you use a junior tennis racket to play racquetball?
Legally, in competition, no. The size and shape of a racquetball racquet is specific to the structural integrity and overall safety of the racquet.
Which bounces higher a tennis ball or racquetball?
A racquetball will bounce higher. A racquetball is required to be able to bounce 68 to 72 inches from a 100 inch drop at an outside temperature of 70 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit. A tennis ball will only rebound 46 to 52 inches but the USTA doesn't give a drop or temperature requirement.
What are the characteristics of a racquetball racquet?
Racquet comprising a ball striking surface, a racquet head frame, and a racquet handle. Different dimensions and lighter than a tennis racquet.
What is the difference between a 160 and 170 gram racquetball racquet?
10 grams... :D I just had to...
the nominal weight difference will only be critical to better players... a general rule is that younger players 30 or below typically swing a lighter 150-170gm stick while older players >30 usually fare better with a slightly weighty racquet. This is due to swing speed decreasing with age, and depending on the person. I would recommend googling some racquetball merchants and taking advantage of demo programs if you are at a level that you think weight Can make a difference (I actually found out that a heavier racquet is not needed for me this way, I still hit harder with the light ones). Good luck!!!
Can a squash court be converted to a racquetball court?
Theoretically yes it can; however, it would take a lot of work. the aluminum base of the front wall on the squash court would have to be removed and the court itself would have to be extended (racquetball courts are longer than squash courts). Also, the red lines on the walls and floor of the squash court would have to be removed and the floor markings would have to be repainted to correspond with racquetball.
What is the highest possible amount of points you can score in racquetball?
In a tournament the highest amount of points you can score is 11. In a casual game you can go up to 15.
The equipment you need for racquetball is?
What you need for racquetball is Goggles (to protect eye vision) A specialized Racquetball Racquet Racquetball Gloves A couple of Racquetball Balls And A partner A place to play
Can the pros curve racquetball shots?
Yes. When you hit the ball, on contact when the racquet hits the call snap your wrist in the direction you want it to go.
Did Wilson Sporting Goods manufacture the nCode nRage s4d racquetball racquet or is it a fake?
Yes, Wilson made/marketed an nCODE nRAGE S4D racquetball racquet. While there doesn't seem to be a lot of information available about it, it was at sold at least through Big 5 Sporting Goods.
What two games were combined to form the spot of racquetball?
The game of racquetball came from the games, handball and paddleball.
How popular is racquetball in America?
Some estimates place the number of recreational players at 5,000,000 worldwide. The large majority of these players live in the United States. An even larger proportion of 25,000 USRA members (tournament players) play in the United States.
In racquetball what is serve that is impossible to return?
Ace serve. Often just past the serve line and in the crack.
A dropped racquetball will not return to its original position because?
A dropped racquetball will not return to its original position because it is a requirement in the USRA Guidelines that if the racquetball is dropped from 100 inches at a temperature of 70-74 degrees Fahrenheit it must only bounce 68-72 inches. All official racquetballs are made to do this, which is why it won't bounce back to where it was at first.
How high is a racquetball net?
There is no net in racquetball unless you are referring to the "Out of Bounds" area on the back wall of the court. This area is often covered by a net to prevent the ball from leaving the court; however, the actual height of the net varies.
How many games in racquetball?
For a match of racquetball it is best 2 out of 3 games.
2 games to 15.
tie-breaker to 11, if necessary.
What is a racket ball made of?
Most commercially available racquetballs are made of rubber but it is not officially stated in the USA Racquetball Rules that it must be made out of a certain substance. As long as it meets the size requirements and functions correctly, it can be made out of a variety of substances.