Hi Viper,
Geoff's book is still very relevant, in my opinion however as raquet technology and changing game style has evolved so has the tequniques required. Our training is far more specific than that undertaken by Barrington and Hunt. It is also more refined than that of Jahangir or Jansher, the game evolves; so must players and coachng accordingly. The best technical book I have seen is Squash the Australian Way by Vin Napier. This with Geoff's book are great references. Technically the game is quicker and faster. As an example the "big swing" shown in Geoffs book is now not required due to better raquet technology and lack of time given by opponents.This swing evolved from the compact English swing of the sixties because of lack of power. The same amount of power can be developed with a more compact/quicker swing giving the player more time. Wooden raquets required a better technique generally speaking(smaller head and sweat spot).
I would go to my original advice find a coach and use books as reference material. Video yourself is also good, however the coach will be able to give you many short cuts and save a lot of frustration
All the best
David M.

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Interesting post, not sure if I agree with the notion, but interesting none the less.

I am hoping and only have the time to become a solid squash player that can hold a game agoinst most in any club, searching for technique yet developed it a bit out of my range I feel.
Coaching is good advice and at some stage I will take some pro lessons, I have never had a lesson in squash so it would be interesting if nothing else.


I would be interested in your opinion to this question.

Would the teachings of one of the greatest squash players of all time, say Geoff Hunt still be mostly relevant today, ie one of his books written 20 years ago ?
I would suggest most of the advice and techniques have changed very little ?

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Hi Viper,
Trying to learn from a book is a hard long trial and error process. Find a coach that is working with players of the standard that you are aiming yourself towards.
Where do you want to get to is very relevant. Set goals to help you along. Compare yourself with the player you want to be and look at what you need to reach that standard(resources) The most advanced information is not written about in books as yet, by the time it is it is out of date
Good sources of info are this site...The Squash Site etc.
What you require is a futuristic training program because if you train in the present you will only be competitive with players today. You must find what it is that todays players are not doing.
Sounds a bit wafffly but it is relevant to where you want to be in 1year...3years...5years.
A great player is not made by his/her ability but the choices you make.
All the best
David M.

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Oh, not a beginners book but a book pitched at the advanced player.

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