PATTERNS OF PLAY | Part 2, featuring ex world #25, Omar Meguid

Welcome back to "Patterns of Play," our brand new squash mastery series! In Part 2, we're privileged to once again have the insights of ex-World #25, Omar Meguid, who's here to elevate your game to the next level. This episode focuses on a key strategic element that's often underutilized: exploiting the height of the serve to dictate the flow of the game.
In the high-octane world of squash, controlling the 'T' is a crucial aspect that can significantly tilt the game in your favor. Omar dissects how a well-placed, high serve is not just about starting the rally, but a tactical move designed to seize immediate control of the court. By pushing up the 'T,' you’re not just moving to the center; you're asserting dominance.
This video also delves into the art of the 'volley boast,' a dynamic shot forcing your opponent to traverse the harsh diagonal, draining their energy, and creating opportunities for you to make decisive shots. Watch as Omar and Rich demonstrate these moves' mechanics and thought processes, teaching you how to pressure your opponent into corners and capitalize on your flexible position.
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[@jimmorrison4291]

The difficult aspect for me is to judge whether this type of shot is 'on', or whether my opponent will jump onto my boast for a counter attack and I'll end up scrabbling.

[@richkingcoaching]

Hi Jim, thanks for your comment. First of all if the return is further away from the side wall then this volley boast option can be possible but if your opponent keeps it tight to the wall pick an alternative straight shot. When to judge the timing of the shot as Omar mentioned is if you push your opponent deeper into the back corner or force them to reach and stretch behind them this means their body weight will be more leaning back and less positive so getting forward to your volley boast will be more difficult. Also remember you can push up higher after the boast to cover and cut out any options your opponent may have ‘if’ they make it to your volley boast. You will be looking at your opponent and the ball after the serve so this way the information needed to judge can be assessed. Also remember play with confidence and always be alert for the follow up anyway your in the dominant position as you are dictating the movement of your opponent from a positive T position. Hope that helps a little and good luck 👍🏼