In general, the sport is viewed as similar to tennis and handball because many of such games rules are incorporated into racquetball. However, the truth is that this sport is unique. How did it originate? Joe Sobek, a US-based professional handball and tennis player, is credited for inventing the game in 1950. For a novice, learning to be better needs an understanding of the swing s mechanics, the reasons why and sometimes the trade secrets of the good players all the while learning them physically as well. The whip Correct swing techniques are best studied under a competent instructor. In the absence of one, know at least the how and why of things. This is on top of your monthly due which is around $10 to $40 depending on the area where you live. Availabilities This can get tricky. Your gym might only have a limited number of courts. During peak business hours, you may have to wait for a vacant court even if you had scheduled your play time in advance. The receiving line is a broken line situated parallel to the short line. Its back edge is five feet from the back edge of the short line. The 5-foot area surrounded by the receiving line and the back edges of the short line which is only available during service is termed as the safety zone. Now let s move on to error tags. If the shot was accurate enough, the ball bounces at least twice before arriving at the back corner. What is difficult (for all players) is to be unable to hit the ball close enough to the center of the front wall. If done badly, however, this shot will give your opponent the chance to return it big time. On the defensive side returning a serve is as vital as executing one. Remember to keep your racquet fixed at the center front of your body using a backhand grip since most serves are directed to the backhand side. Also in order to ensure a good return your body should be oriented to the side wall not the front wall.