The blonde several times just completely misfit the ball, rather bizarre given her level of play (very high). The level of fitness was astounding. There was one rally that went on forever, and they just went to the next rally as if it were nothing.
That was a perfect example of a clean squash match, no moaning at the referee, no fishing for strokes, just excellent sportsmanship and tidy squash. Hats off to these youngsters
It'd be hard to find a more aptly named player than Spring. Which unfortunately means she probably won't be getting nicknamed by Joey/PJ when she goes to PSA.
Blue seemed to be hustled into a lot of unforced tins... still.... I'd not get a point against either of them so I'll just get to bed feeling exhausted watching.
What gets me is, most occasions either player could have killed the ball and won the point, but they choose to rally instead? I see this alot with competitive squash but could someone explain why, rather than looking for the point early?
If you make the opponent run by staying on the T and placing the ball away from them and rallying, then you will be left with more stamina in the end of the game which would be an advantage as the opponent won't be able to keep up and eventually lose. Killing the ball may get you a point but it won't do the main damage of affecting the other's stamina. The main skills required for squash are good ball placement, away from the opponent and good stamina.
Thank you so so much for everyone who came out to cheer me on!! I’m truly happy that you guys got to witness my biggest win in the pro circuit so far!!
el Hindi was quite possibly one of the most skilled players of that time from a technical standpoint. Shot selection, quick hands, great court presence and coverage but he was also the nastiest of players on the circuit at that time. Always looking for Let, Stroke, constant whining if he couldn't get his way, unnecessarily very physical. I think he set the standard for today's Mostafa Asal who is just now learning to keep his head calm and play the game properly.
