Description
Book SynopsisCroquet contains all you need to know about the sport.The
Know the Game series is firmly established as the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For 50 years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike. The series has now been relaunched in a new format with a modern design - making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipment, rules, techniques and training tips. There''s even information on how to find a club and meet new people to play the sport with.Written and endorsed by the sport''s professional body, you can be sure that you are getting the best information available.
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION Structure of this book The two games Where to play
COURT AND EQUIPMENT The court Metric conversions Equipment and accessories
SINGLE-BALL STROKES Grips Style and stance Stalking Swing Faults Hoop running Jump strokes
GOLF CROQUET Outline of the game
GOLF CROQUET STROKE PLAY Controlling direction and distance
GOLF CROQUET TACTICS AND LAWS General tactics Handicap play Laws
ASSOCIATION CROQUET Outline of the game Sequence of play
ASSOCIATION CROQUET STROKE PLAY Hitting in Rushing Croquet strokes Hoop approaches
ASSOCIATION CROQUET BREAKS Types of break Two-ball break Three-ball break Four-ball break
ASSOCIATION CROQUET TACTICS Objective in the opening Standard opening Mid-game tactics In-player tactics Out-player tactics End-game tactics
ASSOCIATION CROQUET HANDICAP PLAY The handicap system When to take a bisque
ASSOCIATION CROQUET LAWS Glossary Index
