There are several different types of balls used in squash to ensure that players of all levels are able to maintain rallies and enjoy their time on court. Experienced players will be able to hit the ball often and hard enough to keep it warm and bouncy, but beginners will not yet have this ability so they should play with a ball that will bounce sufficiently without the need to warm it up.
A ball with more bounce, and hang time, allows more time to play the ball, and a bigger ball is easier to see. Players may also opt for a bouncier ball in cold weather conditions as the ball will not stay as warm and will bounce less.
A ball with more bounce, and hang time, allows more time to play the ball, and a bigger ball is easier to see. Players may also opt for a bouncier ball in cold weather conditions as the ball will not stay as warm and will bounce less.
Types of Dunlop squash balls for adult players.
Dunlop squash balls are the most commonly used. There are four types of balls for adults and three for children. The different types of balls vary in size and bounce.
The double yellow dot Pro squash ball is the official ball of the WSF and PSA and is used in professional international competitions. The Pro has the least bounce out of the four types of balls and is most suited to professional, tournament, and experienced club players.
The single yellow dot is the Competition ball. The Competition ball is the same size as the Pro, but with 10% more bounce. This ball may be used by advanced players in training, or by beginner to club level players in gameplay.
Next is the red dot Progress ball which is 6% bigger than the Pro and bounces 20% more. And lastly there is the blue dot Intro ball which is 12% bigger than the Pro with 40% more bounce. Both the Progress and Intro balls are designed for recreational players or beginners looking to develop their technique and skills.
The double yellow dot Pro squash ball is the official ball of the WSF and PSA and is used in professional international competitions. The Pro has the least bounce out of the four types of balls and is most suited to professional, tournament, and experienced club players.
The single yellow dot is the Competition ball. The Competition ball is the same size as the Pro, but with 10% more bounce. This ball may be used by advanced players in training, or by beginner to club level players in gameplay.
Next is the red dot Progress ball which is 6% bigger than the Pro and bounces 20% more. And lastly there is the blue dot Intro ball which is 12% bigger than the Pro with 40% more bounce. Both the Progress and Intro balls are designed for recreational players or beginners looking to develop their technique and skills.
Bounce and hang time of Dunlop’s range of adult squash balls.
 The Fun ball. |  The Play ball. |  The Compete ball. |
The three types of Dunlop squash balls for younger players include the red Fun ball, the orange Play ball, and the green Compete ball. The oversized Fun ball is designed for children from 5-7 years old; the medium-sized Play ball is for children from 7-10 years old; and the standard-sized Compete ball is for children 10 years and over. The longer hang time and higher bounce of these three balls is ideal for helping children to develop their skills.
Watch the video for a good explanation on how to choose the correct type of squash ball and ensure you have the right equipment to have fun on court.
Watch the video for a good explanation on how to choose the correct type of squash ball and ensure you have the right equipment to have fun on court.
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