Matches must be played with a standard yellow doubledot ball. The player who scores 11 points first wins the game, unless the score reaches 10all, in which case the game continues until one player leads by two points. The various levels of refereeing and marking accreditation within the oceania squash federations region are outlined below in ascending order 1 to 11 singles, and 1214 doubles. England squash refereeing and rules handout times 10 minutes allowed after match starting time or liable to disqualification 5 minutes to warm up with opponent half time at mid point 90 seconds interval after warmup, between all games and for. The players alternate in striking the ball with their racquets onto the playable surfaces of the four walls of the court. The referee may also take away points or games due to improper etiquette regarding conduct or rules. Referee resources your onestop shop for referee resources. Referees and tournament officials play a vital role in all squash matters. A club trained referee has a sound knowledge and understanding of the rules and their application to situations on the squash court. A popular racket sport thats similar to british racketball and american racquetball.
Psa tour promoted amanda sobhys savage postmatch assessment of referees on its own platforms on monday. Psa tour rule book psa world tour squash news, scores. Specific to the world squash and professional squash association rules. The various levels of refereeing and marking accreditation within the oceania squash federation s region are outlined below in ascending order 1 to 11 singles, and 1214 doubles. Mar 02, 2006 squash is a fastmoving game that requires skill, speed and supreme fitness. Let a let is the stopping of play and the playing over a point. Without their observations over anything from a local weekly pennant match to a professional squash association sanctioned event, play cannot properly begin.
Facilities booking nus sports and utown management unit. I lost my directions to the squash book and am glad that i found this one but on mine i do not use the coaster but just layer cardstock on the front and emboss or stamp on the front pertaining to what type of pictures you will be putting in it. The referee must first determine that the injury is genuine, and allow reasonable time for the injured player to recover, having regard for the schedule of the competition. Referee confirms this and decides that the ball broke on service. A player should request a let by saying let please. For us junior players, attaining a yearend ranking requires each player to be certified as a club level referee, illustrating the importance placed on new players learning the rules. Squash australias coaching accreditation framework aims to assist coaches to successfully move through the coach education framework. Referee reports referee reports are not required for m. Rules of hardball squash doubles to download the full doubles rules click here. For further information on squash doubles and hard ball refer to the world squash federation. You have no doubt seen some officials take an emotional punishing, or have taken one yourself, and that kind of thing tends to discourage one from taking the referees seat. If you are a recreational, tournament or professional player, knowing the rules makes you a better referee and player.
Psa referee resources 201617 1 of 2 refereeing snapshot info sheet this is a quick guide to the protocol that needs to be followed should any incidents listed below occur during a match. Please return the completed referee report to the applicant in a sealed envelope with your signature endorsed on the sealed flap of the envelope. The referee has the discretion of allowing up to 3 minutes for recovery. This program is an initial level to encourage new referees. The referee is authorized to deduct points if a player flaunts any rules or displays improper etiquette. In 1998 i manged the zimbabwe u19 for their 1st ever appearance at the world junior men squash championships princeton new jersey, usa. Squash canada is responsible for the training, certification, designation and evaluation of all squash officials in canada. The referee, if uncertain of the reason for an appeal, may ask the player for an explanation. There are many questions below, found on other sites and from various questionnaires and examinations. After you make this easy card, you can include your favorite photos of your kids, siblings, friends, etc. By barry faguy, wsf referees and rules committee unfortunately, many sports contain an element of poor behavior in their practiceand squash is one of them. The rules relating to good returns, lets in general, further attempts to hit the ball, continuity of play, conduct on court, control of a match and the markers and referee s duties are almost identical to those of the international game of singles squash.
Name the name of the corporation is the united states squash racquets association, inc. Squash bop is committed to providing a robust program for referee development in the region, and as part of that a refereeing plan has been developed. Comments information for referees 5 comments jonathan mmakola on may 25, 2016 at 9. The rules relating to good returns, lets in general, further attempts to hit the ball, continuity of play, conduct on court, control of a match and the markers and referees duties are almost identical to those of the international game of singles squash. You may forward it to your referee for hisher reference. One does both player appeals call or lack of call to the same person who then hears appeal as. There are so many decisions in squash, probably more than in any other sport where a referee can be called upon, he said. The coaching framework is a fivetier progression with each stage being accredited. Additionally, inclub officiating clinics have been in full swing across the country since november with more coming onto the calendar weekly. These rules will be explained in full detail during referee courses and can be downloaded as pdfs below.
All players are encouraged to study the rules of squash and pass the club referee certification exam to further the safety and enjoyment of our sport. Squash is an inherently challenging game with important rules that can affect match outcomes. What is the referees decision if the player was just clear. As in squash and paddle, the sport is played in a fourwalled court and all of them can be used including the net above, i. Welcome to the squash australia refereeing section. A researchintensive university with an entrepreneurial dimension, nus is ranked consistently as one of the worlds top universities. Squash rules the basics explained professional squash. Should a conduct stroke, game or match be awarded then the appropriate form needs to be filled out and returned to the tournament referee. The nrc is made up of representatives from victoria, south australia, nsw and queensland. The referee is usually a certified position issued by the club or assigned squash league. Feb 27, 2020 sign in to like videos, comment, and subscribe. The ongoing development of players comfort in their own refereeing ability, as well as the provision of top level referees. What should the referee do if sure the ball was out.
In 1998 i manged the zimbabwe u19 for their 1st ever appearance at the. Us squash released its new online clublevel referee exams in a continued push to enhance officiating programming and improve knowledge of the rules and sportsmanship. Play a leading and influential role in the global squash community psas brand values are ambitious, committed, determined, innovative, integrity and professional. The ball can reach speeds of up to 170mph and players can burn off up to calories per hour of squash higher than most other sports. All levels require the squash australia squash rules examination to be passed. Squash rules the basics explained share this on played predominantly as a competitive oneonone sport, squash has been recognised as one of the most physically demanding sports in the world but one which also tests your mental strength, ability to think under pressure, tactical skills and fine motor skills.
Get a free 2019 rules of squash book when you subscribe to squash player magazine. The referee report should be submitted online separately by your jcpolytechnichigh school principal or tutor here. England squash refereeing and rules handout times 10 minutes allowed after match starting time or liable to disqualification 5 minutes to warm up with opponent half time at mid point 90 seconds interval after warmup, between all games and for defective equipment referee s agreement must be obtained before changing equipment. Improve the consistency of refereeing at the elite level. On 18 october 2014 the annual general meeting of the world squash federation approved a revised version of the rules of doubles squash since 12 of the 15 rules are identical or almost identical to the singles rules squash players, referees and spectators will need to make very few adjustments. Canadian squash officials appointed to major international. Referees need to have a full understanding of the rules of the game and how to implement them in order to take charge at a match, tournament or competition. The length of a match is undefined because its best of five in singles. How do i submit the referee report for nus scholarships. Squash is a racket and ball sport played by two singles or four players doubles squash in a fourwalled court with a small, hollow rubber ball.
Canadian squash officials appointed to major international competitions. As a squash referee, we have various different positions, but we are in that one position. Psa tour rule book the psa has produced this document, which contains information on the rules and regulations of the. Please like our facebook page to stay tuned for updates on upcoming tournaments and events organized by the team. Markers call or lack of a call, and then call the score page 4. On the replay of the point the server 1 is entitled to two serves even though a fault was called on the original point. Do you have any comments on the content or any suggestions. The original referee decision statistics from the qatar world championships 2014. In this situation the referee is deeming that the retreating player provided unobstructed access and that interference was minimal, therefore the appealing striker. This popup squash book is a perfect scrapbooking and card making idea for birthdays, mothers day, christmas, etc. As in football it is played only with the feet and use of hands is forbidden. Squash is a fastmoving game that requires skill, speed and supreme fitness. The bunnybot platform has been developed to be compatible with the rules of.
It began in the 19th century and was originally called squash racquets, to distinguish it from the game of racquets. Protective eyewear is encouraged and must be worn upon opponents request. Msc application booklet for nus test of english as a foreign. Depending on how the show court is situated you can be in the crowd six or eight rows back.
This section gives you access to the full rules of the game, plus simplified versions, analyses and additional rules resources. Squash rules in all cases covered by this rule play shall cease even though the ball goes up. Invented by english schoolboys in the 1850s, squash first came to the united states in 1884 when st. Applicants are to submit the completed referee reports to nus office of admissions at. Admission form refereefor graduate ll b prog 201220. As a member of the world squash federation, us squash matches follow the international rules of the game of squash. A close partnership has been developed with the provincialterritorial squash associations to train officials in each province, and publish squash canadas officiating manual. The refereemarker or the players must then decided whether it is a let ball, a stroke ball or a no let. Admission form refereefor graduate ll b prog 201220 nus. Let ball in general, a player is awarded a let ball if the obstruction takes place as they are travelling towards the ball but are not yet ready to play the shot or could not play play a shot towards the side wall. Nus scholarships for singapore citizens referee report.
Court buddy kevin dudley develops court buddy app for the iphone. A no let decision is where the referee rules against the appeal of the striker and awards a point to the retreating player. The venue was packed with an enthusiastic and ecstatic crowd who were enjoying a. The club referee training certification is also catered to specific ages of officials and the matches which they are officiating. I have been marking and refereeing and coaching squash in zimbabwe for some time, going back to 1990s. Stats bermuda world open 2007 the original referee decision statistics from the bermuda world open 2007. Canadian officials being appointed to major international competitions is a true testament to the quality of officials we have in our country, said dan wolfenden, executive director for squash canada. After you make this easy card, you can include your favorite photos. These set out how the game is played on court, scoring systems and what conduct is expected from players and referees. This can be provided either online or as a printed paper. Being a referee is a rewarding role, you ensure players adhere to the rules of the game, show fair play, manage the scoring and help spectators understand whats. The presence of qualified referees enhances safety and produces fairer outcomes. This paper craft tutorial will show you how to make a squash card or book.
Welcome to squash australia elearning portal you can browse the courses for free but to purchase or access any of our content you must first register and sign in. The hong kong squash elites challenge came to a successful end yesterday at the hong kong squash centre. Your central resource for the rules of squash and squash 57. This site contains the full world squash federation rules of squash as well as the. The referee is also usually responsible for the scoring of games. Msc application booklet for nus free download as pdf file. The first comprehensive history of squash in the united states, squash incorporates every aspect of this increasingly popular sport. Get on court, run after the ball, hit it where your opponent cant get it. The referee shall rule on the correct box if the marker is uncertain or incorrect, or there is a dispute. Official rules are those of the united states squash racquets association. The referee has the maximum power in a match and issues like conflicts or interferences are dealt with by the referee.
The referee is the certified person who manages the sport and is appointed by the club or squash league. An instruction sheet for referees can be downloaded here. He has had a tremendous tenure as a squash referee, acting as a panelist for the restructuring of canadas officiating program in 20 and 2015, and acts as a wsf psa liaison to squash canadas officiating. The psa have produced a new info sheet to remind tournament referees on some of the key rules they may need to refer to when making decisions. How to make a squash card pop up squash book november 20, 2016. Games are scored to 9 points, where only server scores a point. Only nus staffstudents are eligible to book for the badminton courts, squash courts, table tennis tables and tennis courts. Any conflict or interference is dealt with by the referee. We offer the most extensive selection of academic programmes in singapore, collaborating with leading universities worldwide to provide our students with diverse opportunities for overseas exposure. All players in our sport are required to referee at competitive events, hence the need to provide referee training and resources for all players.
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