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 two: The Left vs Right Game
Each player’s shot must land in his or her opponent’s half of the court.
This is a fast game that requires quick volleying and good racket skills and teaches the participants to take the ball early. Tactically, it is completely different to a normal squash game, and requires adaptation and fast thinking.
Next week: The Front Court Game
Look back at Week One: Hit the door
