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Squash (sport)

Squash is a racket sport played in a four-walled court. It is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and may be featured in future Olympic competition.

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Where is squash most popular?

Squash is mainly popular in England, Egypt and America. It was very popular in Pakistan at a time as all the top players originated from there. But that is history. It is also played in many Indian clubs and now Indian squash players are getting good international recognition.

When did squash originate?

Squashes are native to Mexico and Central America, where they may have been first cultivated 8,000 to 10,000 years ago. They are one of the "Three Sisters" of traditional American cuisine.

Why does a squash ball get hot?

It'll bounce higher due to an increase in elasticity. Elasticity is an objects ability to restore to it's original form prior to contact with an exterior surface. When a squash ball is heated, it becomes more elastic thus allowing it to bounce higher. if it were to be frozen, an opposite effect would be evident.

sorry too spoil answer although most off this is true i make squash balls and we inject a gel into the ball which when heated turns to steam expanding the ball out the gel is the liquid you see wen the ball splits or pops.

What does the colour dot o a squash ball mean?

There are serveral different colours. A yellow dot is much slower then a blue dot.

A double yellow dot is used in professional games.

* yellow dot: Extra slow * white dot: Slow * Red dot: Medium * Blue dot: Fast

What are the dimensions of a squash ball?

Diameter (millimetres) 40.0 + or - 0.5

Weight (grams) 24.0 + or - 1.0

Stiffness (N/mm) @ 23 degrees C. 3.2 + or - 0.4

Seam Strength (N/mm) 6.0 minimum

Rebound Resilience - from 100 inches/254 centimetres

@ 23 degrees C. 12% minimum

@ 45 degrees C. 26% - 33%

Why is the sport squash called squash?

The little ball on your squash racket is used to absorb the shock when you hit the ball. Once you get your strings changed, though, you no longer need the ball because the strings that you get put on your racket are generally better than the ones that your racket came with. If you take off the little ball with the original strings, you will probably be able to feel a little difference when you hit the ball (it might vibrate a little).

What is harder squash or tennis?

Squash is a much more physically demanding sports, recognised as being on a par with rowing in terms of calories burned per hour of exercise. Both sports have very different techniques associated with them in terms of movement and also racquet control. In my opinion, squash is more fun as the level of intensity and the speed of the game is second to none.

Squash is the national game of which country?

Squash is more played in: England, Egypt, Pakistan, the Netherlands and Australia.

What kind of squash equipment is needed to play the game?

If you are interested in playing squash, you will need a well-balanced racquet. You will also need the right kind of shoes and a squash ball. The balls are made of a special type of rubber.

Is squash gay?

If it involves men loving men, it's gay. If not, no. It really is that simple.

Is a corgette a stem?

No. Courgette (also known as zucchini) is a kind of squash. It is not the stem of a plant. It is an seed-bearing fruit comprising the ovary of a flower, picked before maturity.

Can you change hands in Squash?

Yes but certainly a foolish tactic if you don't know how to use the other hand.

Why is a squash court floor from wood?

Squash court floor need not be of wood material,especially if the game is played socially. For international competition the floor construction must comply with WSF specification. I have played in local competition on cement floor many years ago.

Happy squashing,ST

Who is the best high school squash team in the country?

Brunswick, Lawrenceville or Penn Charter

Chestnut Hill

Correction, Episcopal Academy High School (near Philadelphia, PA) has won the National Championship the past 4 years in a row, and are easily in contention for a fifth in 2012-2013 Season.

Which country produces the best Squash players?

As of May 2009, Egypt has a strong case for this claim as 3 out of the 4 top players in the world are from the North African country. They are Karim Darwish (no.1), Amr Shabana (no.3) and Ramy Ashour (no.4).

How long does it take to learn to play squash?

Hitting a ball against a wall is something we automatically learn from birth.