Racquetball
Racquetball balls differ from tennis/squash balls by being larger, hollow rubber spheres that are bouncier and faster (requiring less warming up), while badminton birdies are feathered cones that decelerate rapidly; these differences, plus the enclosed court (all four walls/ceiling in racquetball) versus net/open court, create unique, high-speed, wall-bouncing gameplay demanding quick reflexes and generating dynamic rallies unlike the trajectory-focused net play of tennis or the slower build-up of squash.
Key Differences in the Ball
- Racquetball Ball: A hollow, large rubber ball (2.25 inches) that is very bouncy and fast, coming in different colors (e.g., blue, green, black) to denote speed, making it excellent for fast indoor rallies off walls.
- Squash Ball: Smaller and less bouncy than a racquetball; it's made of rubber but needs warming up to achieve its characteristic slow, low bounce, demanding precision.
- Tennis Ball: Heavier, felt-covered, and designed for an open court with a net, relying on spin and power over walls for play.
- Badminton Birdie (Shuttlecock): A light, conical object with feathers or plastic skirts that slows down dramatically after being hit, contrasting with the continuous bounce of rubber balls.
How This Affects the Game
- Walls & Ceilings: Racquetball uses all four walls and the ceiling, leading to complex angles and continuous action, unlike tennis/badminton (net) or even squash (smaller court, specific wall rules).
- Speed & Bounce: The bouncy racquetball allows for incredibly fast, dynamic rallies, requiring less physical space than tennis but more immediate reaction time than squash or badminton.
- Equipment: Racquets are shorter and lighter than tennis racquets, optimized for the quick, close-quarters play of the enclosed court.
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