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If you are playing against someone who is at a lowel level than you, play with a ball that is appropriate for his/her skill level.

Hitting a boast shot for instance, is easier with a single dot ball as the ball sits up a bit higher. Double yellow squash balls are typically used by advanced players. Playing with a more difficult ball prematurely can hinder your performance. The four most common squash ballsĪs you get better at squash you can move on to single yellow dot balls, but don’t be tempted to move to double yellow balls immediately. Unless you are a good player it is best to play with a blue or red ball while you improve, as more advanced balls require long rallies and regular hard hitting in order to stay sufficiently warm. These allow for players who are still developing their hand-eye-coordination to learn techniques without slow reaction times halting progress. Some manufacturers also offer slightly larger balls for new players – for instance the Dunlop ‘Intro’ ball is 12% larger than the standard size, making the ball slower. The four most common kinds of squash balls are red, blue, single yellow and double yellow. When starting out blue or red balls are best (unless as previously mentioned it is a very young player, in which case ‘Mini-Squash’ balls are preferable, with the orange one being the best).

This has been the case since 2001. The bounce of a squash ball also varies as a function of temperature, which is why it is recommended that a squash ball is warmed up before use.īefore 2001, the single yellow dot ball was the competition standard. The standard ball for professional competitions is the double yellow according to the World Squash Federation. Also, please feel free to ask us any questions in the comments below. * please note: the colours can vary depending on the brand, so make sure you check when purchasing.

For younger players, there are a number of ‘Mini-Squash’ balls available which have a very high, prolonged bounce. The level of bounce is denoted by coloured dots on the ball. Squash balls for senior players come in six varieties, each with different levels of ‘bounce’. What is the difference between squash balls?