Patterns of play in sports are basically simple strategies based on if-then situations. These patterns are practiced with repetition until they become instinctive, i.e., they happen on the court without thinking. The following Adam Manilla videos provide two examples of patterns of play:
According to Annie Roberts, two-time National Intercollegiate racquetball champion, the golden rule of racquetball is down the line shots can’t hit the sidewall. Why? Any shot down you hit down the line which touches the sidewall will slow down and rebound into the court. This makes it easier for your opponent to get to the […]

In racquetball, there are huge benefits and advantages to be in a ready position at center court and while waiting to return serve. What is a ready position? A ready position (or athletic stance) means that your knees are bent and you are already in a “down” position, ready to spring into motion or to […]
Rocky suggests the proper method for hitting a powerful racquetball forehand swing: Get the racquet UP. Step into the shot. Rotate hips and lower body first. Swing with leading elbow. Contact ball at leading heel.