In this video, Cliff Swain demonstrates his classic 2-step drive serve technique. His 3 key points to a good racquetball drive serve are
Kane has the best drive serve on the pro tour.
He is also known for his elaborate pre-serve routine in the front court and service box which he performs before every drive serve.
What is the purpose of this routine? Do athletes in other sports have pre-action routines?
Well, the answer is overwhelmingly yes! I can immediately think of pro golfers who go through a pre-shot routine. And pro basketball players also do a pre-shot routine before shooting a free throw.
So what are the benefits of a pre-serve routine?
A routine keeps your mind calm, occupied and focused. It is especially important to remain focused when you are under pressure. The pre-serve routine keeps your attention on the present moment. It gives you time to relax, breathe, and then get ready to commit 100% to your next serve.
Your repeatable routine can be as simple as bouncing the ball 4 times or taking a deep breath, but it should happen every time you step into the service box.
A racquetball forehand is really just a good throw of the racquet towards the front wall. The more elevation you can give your arm and elbow will determine how fast you can throw. Can you skip a stone on water? This stone skipper set a world record.
If your racquetball gloves are getting stiff and no longer feel soft and flexible, then it is time to wash them.
Sweat salts and dirt will accumulate in the glove’s pores which can lead to cracking and stretching. You can partially restore your gloves by washing them with mild liquid soap and warm water.
** If your glove has stretched, then dry it using a clothes dryer. This will definitely shrink your glove, so first test drying on one glove to determine the appropriate drying time.