New FX Pro Lite 125 launched in the US today. Really liked the previous FX Pro Lite, very forgiving. Not seeing much change in the new one besides the Vibroshield technology. Community thoughts other then "new colorway, same racket"? Will Vibroshield make any material difference?

https://us.dunlopsports.com/dunlop/squash/rackets/fx/fx-125-pro-lite-squash-racket/MFX125PROLITE.html

I've been working on trying to hit a deeper length on my serve return . I've been using the Airshaft 125 for a little less than a year after moving on from a Headi110. Recently tried the Xtop V2 at the club and felt that the power and the length was significantly better. Much easier to get the ball to the back of the court for the same level of effort and timing/sweet spot. Is it just in my head or should I make the upgrade because of the marker improvement in length hitting that I've seen on the return serve and just generally with the Xtop?

Was looking on the PSA site for the day 1 scores of the London Squash classic and noticed the score ticker has a brand new layout.

The old one looked pretty tired and was a real pain to navigate during the larger 32 player tournaments so it's a welcome improvement.

Hi all, I was hoping to get some advice on how to play against my friend who ALWAYS tries to drop shot the serve return

Ive posted a picture of how those rallies end up going regularly (with the third shots I often end up playing). Im finding I can get to the drop shot consistently but I often end up playing a sloppy shot back or having to run to get to the next shot.

My serves often end up hitting the side wall a bit above head height and he'll drop it from there. Admittedly I dont have much serve variation and am generally trying to hit it into the back corner

Any tips on how to play effectively against this style of play?

If you could improve one of these three areas to professional levels, which would you choose: Fitness, Technique or Courtcraft?

A professional's fitness means you never tire. Their technique means every shot does exactly what you intend. Their courtcraft means you always know what to do and when to do it.

You only get one. Which do you choose and why?

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Why I asked this question

Most club players assume fitness is the obvious answer. Run all day, never get tired, grind everyone into the floor. But spend a moment with the other two options and it gets more complicated.

Perfect technique means your drops actually win points or at least draw your opponent far forward, your lengths genuinely hit deep into the back corners, and your serves can't be attacked. No more gifts. No more hoping.

Courtcraft at a professional level means you read the game the way only amateurs can only dream of. You might even know your opponent's next shot before they do. You're always in the right place. You turn their strengths into your opportunities.

So which matters most to your game? And does your answer reveal something about where you feel most limited right now?

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What are Reddit Squash Thought Experiments?

No right answer. Just squash players thinking about squash. A new thought experiment posts on the first of every month.

This post is part of the Reddit Squash Thought Experiments project — bettersquash.com/rste/

I wanna be a pro squash player and to compete in the la 2028 olympics I am 16 and not the best, I wanna tell my parents this but I have a feeling they would talk me out of it what should I do?

I was trying to see when he was going to play in the next tournaments, he's not accounted for the London Squash Classic and QTerminals Qatar Classic.

Does anybody know if he's going on a break? I love watching him and I'd miss his appearances

Hey Squashers,

I am pleased to announce the release of another BetterSquash project: The Squash Glossary: https://bettersquash.com/glossary/

278 words, each defined by me and categorised too.

My objective with this project was to help players understand the words, vocabulary, jargon, lingo and slang of squash.

It's taken many hours of work and I think it will be useful.

Like all things produced by one person, it probably has some mistakes, and I ask you to let me know about those mistakes, no matter how small they may be.

I will update the page as and when I correct the mistakes, or I add new entries.

I used British English throughout this project.

That's it, please check it out and let me know what you think.

Please share it with other online groups if you feel it's useful.

Hi all, how do you watch squashtv? I've been a long time subscriber but I'm not sure for how much longer.

I used to be able to watch it on my TV using (TV) internet browser. Now that doesn't work (unless I buy a Samsung TV from 2024 onwards) Last season I bought a Chromecast and cast from phone to TV and that worked great. .

I've now discovered that Dailymotion (that stream for SquashTV) have now removed the icon to cast from phone during live matches. They've confirmed this today. I know I can watch on my phone or a tablet but it's not the same for me.

Does anyone have any solutions? (Tried screen mirroring but it's not great) Cheers!

Hello,

Had an interesting experience playing this evening where in my local clubs internal box comp, I was pitted against a 11 year old child. I've played against a few u/18s over the years with varying success but was wondering how young is too young.

I can't think of another sport where a 11 year old kid would be playing against a 125kg, 6"3' dude that potentially could involve accidental contact/collision. I appreciate that Squash is non-contact but to me there is a limit.

I've sent an email to the club outlining this concern, but also was wondering if I'm out of line here? Or should there be an age limit.

Cheers

After an intense first game, it's 10-9!

You’re the ref. What’s your call?

A higher level player at my club showed me a serve technique which hits the front wall then the server's side wall so that it bounces into the receiver's box on their inside with a lot of spin.

I've been trying to practice the move but I can't find any instructional material on it online. Does anyone know what it's called?

I’m frequently playing with someone that’s a bit below my level (I think I’m winning 80-90% of our matches), and I’m struggling taking advantages of these sessions to consciously work on different part of my games (like better length or use of height).

I tend to get carried away by the moment (it’s not exactly a walk in the park either) – do you have any advice on how to get the most out of these matches?

Hey guys,

When you’re struggling to get the ball past your opponent (my struggles are usually: ball landing too short, attempted use of height being intercepted by volleys because it’s not glued to the wall, straight drives hitting front wall and sidewall therefore not reaching the back wall), what has helped you to find your length quickly? Aiming for a target on the front wall instead of a target on the bounce? Not gripping the racket too hard? Actually hit a bit harder? Hit straighter/more crosscourts?

I know there might be different answers for everyone, but Im just finding the “use height” advice a bit too simplistic because height without adequate tightness and power, or if the opponent is already anticipating a straight drive, still doesn’t get the ball past the opponent.

Happy to get into the weeds for as much nuance as you want, because I feel that will be more helpful for me. Equally happy if it’s just a simple tip though.

Thanks!

Hi all,

Absolutely love my Adidas Stabil 16s but because of my toe drag I absolutely destroy my left foot toe and there's a hole pretty quickly from the outside.

Are there any shoes out there that anyone knows of that are pretty tough wearing in that area?

Such a shame as the shoes are immaculate other than that.

Wonder what difference we will see in the way the pro game is reffed in the upcoming season...

https://worldsquashofficiating.com/wso-psa-and-world-squash-announce-officiating-standards-framework/

https://worldsquashofficiating.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Officiating-Standards-Framework-for-LA28.pdf

Head rackets are weird because they have a huge flat side. They're not symmetrically round like most other grips. I grip it as shown in the beginning of the video. But I find my hand twists a lot when playing shots. Should the grip be more like what I showed towards the middle and end of the video?

For those that don't know, the World Masters Championships 2026 In Australia are due to start soon. Full details here: https://www.worldsquash.sport/draws-and-schedule-announced-for-2026-world-squash-masters-championships/

The draws size are incredible. Get this:

Men's over 50, over 55, over 60, over 65 and over 70 all have 128 draws!
The Men's over 80 has a 32 draw (although there are some byes)!

The Men's over 35, over 40 and over 45 only have 64 draws. I wonder if that is a sign of less younger players.

The women, as expected, have less players.

All the draws here: https://www.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/draws.aspx?id=1d88743a-54e2-4073-bd30-a4f443a442f0

Here's the specific website: https://www.worldsquashmasters.com/

I'm in a rush, but I couldn't find any details of livestreaming or how to watch the matches. If anybody can, please let me know and I'll add it to this post.

Hi folks!

It's Rob from the SQUASHTV Content Team here!

Really, really excited to bring to you our latest documentary – Mahi: The Paul Coll story.

This project started on the drawing board over two years ago, and along the way have had the chance to speak to some truly inspiring people, visit some incredible places, and tell one of the biggest underdog stories to ever reach the squash court.

If you want to watch, it can be streamed over at SQUASH.TV/MAHI - we hope you enjoy watching this documentary as much as we enjoyed making it!

Fun story to finish – we'd hoped to have this ready by the end of the season. The final cut was ready, and good to go in May. All our ducks were in a row. And then Paul won the British Open for a third time – giving us a whole new chapter to cover! A nice challenge to work around 😅

Hi all, I have made a squash prediction tool and I am looking for bèta users.

The tool is to make predictions about upcoming tournaments and see who does that best. For now, it is a work in progress in google spreadsheets, but if people like it, I might make a web application.
Enjoy for now and please give me some feedback if you like!

Here is the link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z8sh8jToKM_R4Or93T6feFebVhg0JUqPt8cWUpCr6Gk/edit?usp=sharing

I hate / cannot watch tournaments with a fast front wall. it’s literally a different game and suits a certain type of player like Marwan who likes to sit back and strike the ball hard and low. it bounces up and removes the strategy of the game which is to able to attack front corners and back corners evenly.

soon as I see a tournament is on in a fast court like St George’s or Houston I think where it’s in a shopping mall, im out.