Racquetball is a popular indoor racquet sport where players use a specially designed racket to play with a hollow rubber ball in an indoor or outdoor court. Very much similar to 40×20 American handball and British Racketball, it is an excellent choice for cardio vascular workout. The rules of the sport are quite easy to follow which makes it very interesting.

In racquetball, once service is done, players need to hit the ball to the walls alternatively using their rackets without obstructing their opponent. A player gets a point, when a shot is missed by the opponent and in this way the player who achieves the required score first wins the match. Unlike squash, here only a server can score a point.

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“Racquetball - Quick Guide.” Tutorialspoint, www.tutorialspoint.com/racquetball/racquetball_quick_guide.htm.

Available resources about Racquetball:

Cover ArtSkills, Drills and Strategies for Racquetball by David Walker
Call Number: 796.343 W178s 1999
Publication Date: 1998-12-01
This book illustrates correct techniques and demonstrates how to achieve optimal results in Racquetball. It focuses on skills and drills or program design, and addresses a broad range of strategies specifically designed to improve performance now and in the future.
 
Cover ArtBeginning Racquetball by Cheryl Norton; James E. Bryant
Call Number: 796.343 N883b 2004
Publication Date: 2003-06-06
BEGINNING RAQUETBALL covers the fundamentals of raquetball and is suitable for players at all levels. Its major strengths are its comprehensive art program and rich pedagogy, which include "Points to Remember"-a checklist of helpful hints for players and "Check Points"- study questions at the end of each chapter.
Cover ArtRacquetball by Michael Metzler
Call Number: 796.34 M596r
Publication Date: 2000-09-25
This guide to raquetball uses the Personalized Sport Instruction model of teaching (PSI), which is widely respected as an effective, interactive, student-centered teaching model.
 
Cover ArtWinning Racquetball by Ed Turner; Woody Clouse
Call Number: 797.343 T945w
Publication Date: 1995-10-11
Whether you're a competitive tournament player or a recreational player, Winning Racquetball: Skills, Drills, and Strategieswill help you improve your game. The authors--veteran instructor Ed Turner and #9-ranked professional racquetball player Woody Clouse--show you all the shots and strategies for success on the court. And you'll see them from two views: the objective eye of an instructor and the keen competitive eye of a touring professional. Using more than 140 photos and illustrations, the authors provide practical tips for beginning through advanced players, plus drills for each level. Inside you'll find valuable information on: - selecting equipment and facilities; - safety and injury prevention and treatment; - conditioning to improve strength, power, flexiblity, and endurance; - common errors and how to correct them; - effective game strategies for doubles and tournament play; and - mental conditioning and outthinking opponents. 
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Racquetball, Winning Edge by Jim Hiser
Call Number: 796.343 H673r 1999
Publication Date: 1998-11-10
Providing an introduction and explanation of the skills and techniques to take the court and participate as a competative player. This book gives an explanation of facilities, equipment and rules and moves on to how to mentally and physically prepare for a game of doubles or singles.