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Striking the Opponent
with the Ball !! "if I hit an opponent with the ball, on its way to the front wall, is that a stroke?". I had thought that was a stroke to the person hit because of dangerous play. Dean Clayton, International Referee clarifies the rules. "If the ball is going direct to the front wall above the board and hits the opponent, it's a stroke to the striker unless he's turned, in which case it's a stroke to the opponent unless the opponent has deliberately moved to intercept the ball when rule A applies, or it's a second or further attempt to hit the ball when it's a let. However, if the referee considers that the striker has played a dangerous shot, for example if he has deliberately hit the opponent, a stroke may be awarded to the opponent under rule 17 (code of conduct) guideline 15, particularly if it has happened before in the match. The first time it happens, I generally award a stroke but warn the striker that it's his duty to be aware of the opponent's position and that if it happens again, I'll assume it's deliberate. Then, if it does happen again, I don't have any problems about giving a stroke to the opponent, having already given a warning, because I can then argue that it's been at best careless, at worst deliberate but certainly dangerous." |
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"Turning" What is the Rule? The rule regarding turning has been changed in the 2001 rules. Turning is allowed, but now if the opponent is hit with the ball after the striker has turned the stroke is awarded to the opponent. However if the opponent makes a deliberate movement to intercept the shot then the stroke is awarded to the striker. In general if you want to turn and do not know where your opponent is, you should hold your shot and appeal for a let which should be granted. If you are sure that your shot after turning will miss your opponent then you are entitled to continue with the rally and no penalty applies. If you find that in playing your shot after turning your swing is interfered with by the opponent not moving out of the way, you can request a let for interference. The let should be granted. (with acknowledgements to SquashPlayer - Don) |
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Focus on the REFEREES World Squash RULES FAQ (frequently asked questions)
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World Squash RULES FAQ |
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If Stewart Boswell (R) asks for a
let as this photo is taken, the ref has to decide if Thierry Lincou (L) is in
the direct path to the frontwall, if Boswell had chosen to hit the wall. If yes,
it could be a stroke to Boswell. If no, it could not be any more than a let.
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PLAIN ENGLISH! or And
the Illiterate Shall Inherit the Rules of Squash….
by Rod Symington
With the last edition of the rules in 2001, the traditional four-year cycle for revising them was suspended. It was decided that any future revision would have to be more comprehensive rather than simply patching things. |
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| To read or download printable copies of the latest rules click on the links
below Singles Rules as from May 1st. 2001 "Rules for fools". A summary by William Winter |
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| WSF has produced an 'idiots guide to the rules' 5th Dec 2002 | |||||||||
| Read the EnglandSquash referee_newsletter_nov2002 | |||||||||
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Gosling
Referee Course – How Was It for You?
click
here
for report Dave Winton of Radlett gives his impressions |
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Gosling Stadium Tuesday 24th September 2002 A rules course has been arranged for September 24th at Gosling
Stadium. Kick-off time is 6.45 for 7.00 and it's open to
anyone interested on a first come, first served basis. There will be a maximum
of 25 places available. The organiser is Steven Nelson and he can be contacted
at home on telephone 01707 331746 or by email at steven.nelson3@ntlworld.com.
There will definitely be no charge to people
who live in Hertfordshire or play in the telephone 01707 331746 |
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Berkhamsted
LT&Squash Rackets Club Wednesday
September 18th 2002
A rules course has been arranged for September 18th at Berkhamsted. Kick-off time is 6.45 for 7.00 and it's open to anyone interested on a first come, first served basis. The organiser's contact details are: Phil Trimmer Home phone 01442
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