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Squash refereeing articles

In-depth explanations of the concepts behind let, stroke, and no-let decisions.

Understanding interference in squash

What counts as interference in squash, how to judge access to the ball, and how referees separate genuine obstruction from normal body contact.

Let versus stroke: choosing between the two

A practical explanation of the difference between a let and a stroke in squash, including winning-shot reasoning and common borderline cases.

When no let is the correct call

Why many appeals in squash result in no let, and how to recognise a lack of interference, a lack of effort, or an unreachable ball.

Safety, dangerous swings, and following through

How referees treat safety in squash, including dangerous swings, held-up shots, and why a player may stop to avoid hitting an opponent.

Video review in squash: what it can and cannot change

How video review works in professional squash, what players can challenge, and how to use review moments for learning.

How to improve as a squash referee

Practical habits for becoming a more consistent squash referee: positioning, communication, deliberate practice, and reviewing your own decisions.

Practise what you read

Open the trainer to apply these ideas to real match clips.