Squash and rackets (racquets) Books

Book SynopsisThe Science of Sport series is essential reading for students, coaches and performers, physiotherapists, club doctors and professional support staff working in sport. The Science of Sport: Squash offers both scientific research and athlete testimonials to show that squash is one of the most physically demanding, mentally draining, and tactically challenging sports in the world. Success in this sport requires extreme levels of fitness, optimal and specific strength, relentless psychological toughness, intelligent tactical prowess, and sublime technical proficiency.Trade ReviewI have probably tried everything in this book! I would recommend it to anyone that wants to learn more about squash, or simply improve their game. -- Laura Massaro, former World and British Open ChampionStafford and his team have pulled together the most comprehensive book on the Science of Squash in history. This is a must read for all academics, coaches, players and squash fans alike. -- Nick Matthew, three times Wrold Champion and three times Commonwealth Gold Medallist

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Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade ReviewTom Wolfe The squash world has been waiting for a book like this. I bet even the most dedicated and knowledgeable maestros of tight rails and feathery drop shots will learn lots of fascinating stuff they never knew before.Mark Talbott From schoolboys swatting balls on outdoor walls to the pros competing on portable glass courts in Grand Central Station, Squash beautifully conveys the fierce battles, exciting developments and many unforgettable personalities who have loved our game."Frank Deford Expert/hacker, hardball/softball, doubles/singles -- all squash devotees should read James Zug's comprehensive and passionate account of the history of their game.Table of ContentsCONTENTSForeword by George PlimptonPrologue1. The Joints Trembled on the SpitThe origins of racquets sports with real tennis and racquets; the invention of squash at Harrow School in England2. Heaven's Heaviest ArtilleryThe birth of squash in America at St. Paul's School in 1884; infancy in Philadelphia; the strange and sad history of the game of squash tennis; the saga of standardization and why North American squash developed the narrow court and harder ball.3. Don't Keep Late HourHarvard's squash dynasty, 1922-1937; Harry Cowles, genius coach of seven national champions.4. Hollow-Eyed and SqueakyThe start of women's squash; Yale and intercollegiate squash; squash on the Titanic; a tour of squash cities and tournaments in the 1920s and '30s.5. Send for the Drama CriticThe Merion Cricket Club juggernaut; the Diehl Mateer/Henri Salaun rivalry of the 1950s; the start of the U.S.Open and the arrival of the Khans.6. A Clam in Mud at Low TideVictor Niederhoffer; the game expands across the nation; women, juniors and colleges in the 1950s and '60s; Harvard dynasty redux under Jack Barnaby.7. Sex, Scandal and CelebritiesPublic squash in the 1970s -- the great explosion.8. Box of RainThe North American professional tour of the 1980s.9. 18-16 in the Fifth Mark Talbott versus Jahangir Khan, November 1984.10. Bait and SwitchThe tortuous change from North American to international standards.11. The Infinitely Greater GameA short history of squash doubles.12. This Mollycoddled AgeSquash in the twenty-first century; rebirth and expansion; dreams of Olympic gold and a new generation of players.AcknowledgmentsBibliographyNotesAppendix: Record of ChampionsIndex

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Book SynopsisAfter more than one hundred years of playing squash with a hard ball, Americans switched, almost overnight, to using a soft ball. In order to aid this transition, Austin M. Francis wrote Smart Squash: How to Win at Soft Ball, a comprehensive guide to winning squash with this new method. For players of all levels, whether switching from hard ball or new to learning the game entirely, Smart Squash: How to Win at Soft Ball is a must-have.Francis draws from experience and advice from over thirty US and international coaches, champions, and professionals, covering all aspects of the game. Readers will learn tactics, strokes, shots, drills, match play, and strategies from this invaluable source of instruction and inspiration. Experienced squash players and novices alike will gain enormous wisdom and expert techniques from this all-encompassing guide to soft-ball squash.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team.In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.Trade Review"Smart Squash is a great assembly of wisdom from some of the best players in the game. I found it fascinating to learn other champions' secrets of success." —Demer Holleran, USSRA National Woman's Champion (both hard and soft ball); World Doubles Champion; USOC Woman Athlete of the Year"My contratulations go out to Austin Francis. His book should be bought by beginners, hard-ball converts, and anyone interested in the game of squash. It is timely, entertaining, thought-provoking, and diversified—Much like the game of international squash." —Gordon D. H. Anderson, Current National Doubles (40+); president of Playcon Court Construction Enterprises"If one of your objectives when playing soft-ball squash is winning, you'd be well advised to get a hold of this book before your opponent does." —Frank Satterthwaite, squash author and former touring pro"Smart Squash is a great assembly of wisdom from some of the best players in the game. I found it fascinating to learn other champions' secrets of success." —Demer Holleran, USSRA National Woman's Champion (both hard and soft ball); World Doubles Champion; USOC Woman Athlete of the Year"My contratulations go out to Austin Francis. His book should be bought by beginners, hard-ball converts, and anyone interested in the game of squash. It is timely, entertaining, thought-provoking, and diversified—Much like the game of international squash." —Gordon D. H. Anderson, Current National Doubles (40+); president of Playcon Court Construction Enterprises"If one of your objectives when playing soft-ball squash is winning, you'd be well advised to get a hold of this book before your opponent does." —Frank Satterthwaite, squash author and former touring pro

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