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Racquetball was created by Joe Sobek at the Greenwich YMCA. It was officially made a sport in 1952 under the name of "paddle rackets". This name would later change to racquetball. Racquetball is based on squash, handball, and paddleball.
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The equipment you need for racquetball is?
What you need for racquetball is Goggles (to protect eye vision) A specialized Racquetball Racquet Racquetball Gloves A couple of Racquetball Balls And A partner A place to play
Why are racquetballs blue?
Actually, they come in a number of colors. The colors are chosen for maximum visibility on the court. Currently, the pro tour is using the purple balls.http://www.sportsequipmentinfo.com/racquetball/racquetball-ball.asp
What has the author Chuck Leve written?
Chuck Leve has written: 'Inside racquetball' -- subject(s): Racquetball 'Inside racquetball' -- subject(s): Racquetball
Which sports combine handball and squash?
Racquetball
Is racquetball one word?
Yes, racquetball is one word.
How was racquetball invented?
Racquetball was invented by combining some of the rules from handball, racquetball, and paddleball. It was invented by Joe Sobek. Racquetball was made an official sport in 1952 under the name of "paddle rackets".
What are some Racquetball facts?
There are many different facts about racquetball. Some include: -Racquetball was invented by a man name Joe Sobek. -Racquetball was made an official sport in 1952 under the name "paddle racquets." -Racquetball is based on the rules of squash, handball, and paddleball.
Where does racquetball originate?
Racquetball originated from the sports squash, handball, and paddleball.
What is the diameter of a racquetball?
Equipment This court and equipment are required for playing racquetball: * A racquetball court; fully enclosed indoor or outdoor with forward wall * A racquetball; a dynamic (bouncy) rubber ball of 2.25 in. (57 mm) diameter * Two racquetball racquets; no longer than 22 inches * Racquetball goggles (Optional - Some clubs mandate goggles, while others do not.)
What town in Connecticut was racquetball invented in?
Greenwich is the town in Connecticut where racquetball was invented.
When was Jennifer Saunders - racquetball - born?
Jennifer Saunders - racquetball - was born in 1976.
When was Marty Hogan - racquetball - born?
Marty Hogan - racquetball - was born in 1958.
