Squash Court Rules

• Do not enter the court until you have been given express permission by a staff member.
• While on court, talking should be kept to an absolute minimum at all times.
• Do not shout or scream on court
• When coach is speaking, do not speak unless you are asked a question. You should be actively listening to coach and preparing to implement the advice.
• Respect your equipment. Never throw, bang or drop your racket, on or off court.
• Close court doors quietly. Never slam a door or allow it to slam. Be careful when closing doors in order to make sure fingers do not get trapped in the door hinge.
• At the end of a session, carefully return all equipment including the ball to the correct storage locations
• Report any damage to equipment or the courts to a member of staff immediately.

Squash Court Safety

• All students are required to wear approved safety goggles at all times while on court. These must be put on before entering the court.
• Anyone entering a squash court (including staff, volunteers and students) must be wearing approved squash shoes that are never worn outside only. These must be shoes specifically designed for squash that are non-marking and have the correct tread pattern and ankle support designed for the sport. Trainers, flats or any other type of shoes must never be worn.
• Do not hit or strike the ball unless a rally or drill is in progress
• Never enter a court if a rally or drill is already in progress. If you wish to enter a court, always knock on the door first and wait to be invited into the court.
• Follow the rules concerning interference (lets and strokes), and always provide your opponent with access to hit the ball
• Never strike the ball if there is even a small chance you may hit your opponent. Stop and ask for a let.

Squash Court Etiquette

Etiquette is taken extremely serious in the sport of squash. The way in which the game is played is as important as the result of any match or competition. Mission Squash has high expectations for etiquette and safety for both Scholars and parents. Remember that when playing squash at other venues, players and families outside of Mission Squash may not follow the same standards as you. This does not provide an excuse for us to lower our own standards, but more an opportunity to promote and encourage the Mission Squash standard of fair play and etiquette.