What to Expect from Referees During the 2025/26 Season
As we begin the 2025/26 Squash season, here's what to expect from WSO Officials.
Understanding the “Yes Let” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
This is a short article to help a new player understand the "Yes Let" in Squash
Understanding the “Stroke” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
Ever wanted to understand why Stroke decisions are given?
Understanding the “No Let” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
Ever wanted to understand why No Let decisions are given?
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Stroke
This can be considered within two of the Rules.9.9.3 Where there has been no actual contact and the swing has been held by the striker for fear of hitting the opponent, the provisions of 8.6 apply and the striker would have been able to make a good return but the opponent was not making every effort to avoid the interference, a stroke is awarded to the striker.8.11.1 There was interference and the ball would have hit the non-striker on a direct path to the front wall, a stroke is awarded to the striker, unless the striker had turned or was making a further attempt, in which case a let is allowed. It is important to consider that the player in maroon was ready to strike the ball in time.
RULE: 8.11.1
Stroke
The player in green hits a high shot that travels all the way back to the middle of the court.The player in white hits a shot that bounces high and holds position which means that there is not access for the opponent.The player in green's line was through the opponent and he would have made a good return.Stroke is the correct decision.The striker would have been able to make a good return but the opponent was not making every effort to avoid the interference, a stroke is awarded to the striker.
RULE: 8.6.5
Stroke
The swing was prevented by contact with the opponent, a stroke is awarded to the striker, even if the opponent was making every effort to avoid the interference
RULE: 8.9.2
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Anyone who loves squash can benefit from WSO courses. If you are an existing or aspiring referee, a coach, a player, or run an event, WSO can enhance your squash referee experience.
WSO LEVEL 0 – RULES
The Level 0 course is a free, basic introduction to the rules of squash. Designed for players, coaches, referees, squash enthusiasts, and parents, this course provides...
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Event Management
If you are running an event and are not sure of which referees to use because of their current level and activity, their availability, or the logistics around getting them to your event, then WSO Event Management is an ideal solution. It removes the stress for you and makes it an enjoyable experience.
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WSO in-person training activities are developed for the referee, the player, and the coach. They are developed specifically to suit your individual needs to help prepare your personnel to achieve their best performance possible. WSO in-person activities takes the guesswork out of planning and ensures your participants are informed and have the best possible preparation. With WSO In-person Training Activities, you can rest assured that you have received the latest and highest quality training tailored to match your needs.
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