Squash Analysis - Split step breakdown

This is a closer look at the biomechanics of the split step from initial stance direction depending on your opponents position to the actual split and drive in the desired direction.
Timing and your body height with feet wider than your shoulders will make you dynamic off the T.

[@bejoym3]

Fantastic video. Really insightful

[@squashanalysis5670]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I have a more in depth video coming which you will enjoy as well.

[@shananarocks]

I think wide stance already prime you for a split step since a narrow stance would consume more time to open up the stance. With a wide stance, you simply need to hop upwards instead of sideways and upwards.

[@squashanalysis5670]

It is the working against the outside of your foot that gives the drive so hopping up then has to change the force from downward to outward, keeping feet low but outward direction braces for the expected force on your foot and ankle and it is extremely quick if you do not jump high but keep your feet as low as possible at all times.

[@68sayem]

great work sir , thank you

[@squashanalysis5670]

Most welcome

[@mikehardwicke23]

Could you do a video on 'Anticipation,' and it's facets?

[@squashanalysis5670]

Will add it t the list. Thanks for the comment.

[@TharinduGalappaththi]

Thanks for the insightful video.
When I'm watching at the opponent, should I watch the ball all the way from the opponent's racket to the wall Or just focus on the front wall once I see the opponent hit the ball.
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[@squashanalysis5670]

Watch your opponents body before they hit to read where they are going to hit it then watch the ball all the way to the front wall and then to your hit.