Each week over the summer on the ESF Coaching Hub we’re introducing new game-based squash training drills that will help bring fresh ideas to coaching sessions.
The essential purpose of game-based training is to bend the sport’s traditional rules, constraints or equipment in order to make players think, adapt and find solutions.
You can read about the principles of game-based training in our intro to the series here.
All examples in the series are taken from a recent World Squash Level 3 coaching course in Guatemala that was led by Michael Khan, Director of the ESF Coaching Committee and World Squash Coaching Programme Manager; and Renato Gallego, a Level 4 coach, World Squash tutor and member of the ESF Marketing and Communications committee.
Week four: Above the Service Line
The rules of this game are fairly self-explanatory. The ball must be hit above the service line by both players.
It’s a great practice for intermediate players to learn to use the height on the front wall and adjust the pace accordingly.
Next week: Below the Service Line
The series so far…
Week One: Hit the door
Week Two: Left vs Right Game
Week Three: Front Court Game
Main pic: Richard Leonard Kirner
