From Booklist
Millions of Americans play racquetball, yet instructional material is scarce. This guide, written by a veteran instructor (Turner) and a ranked professional (Clouse) provides tips for both the seasoned recreational player and the novice. They examine everything from equipment to match strategy in straightforward, conversational language augmented by more than 140 photos and line drawings. Readers will learn how to select a racquet and a facility; how to condition themselves specifically for the sport; and how to avoid the most common types of injuries. There are also excellent tips for doubles play, mental conditioning, and gamesmanship. In addition, the authors break the game down into offensive and defensive skills, an approach often overlooked in racquet-sport instructionals. A key feature is the inclusion of drills to develop the recommended shots and strategies. Too often players just play, forgetting that even a minimal amount of time devoted to skill development can pay huge dividends. In areas where the sport is popular, this is the instructional of choice. Wes Lukowsky


Midwest Book Review
Use this as a training tool teaching skills and strategies to learning and improving one's racquetball game. From mastering skills and shots to understanding the elements of service success, this provides black and white photos to illustrate step-by-step pointers covering the entire game.


Book Description
Whether you’re a competitive tournament player or a recreational player, Winning Racquetball: Skills, Drills, and Strategies will help you improve your game. The authors—veteran racquetball player and instructor Ed Turner and #9-ranked professional racquetball player Woody Clouse—show you all the shots and strategies for success on the court. Using more than 140 photos and illustrations, the book includes dozens of practical tips and 35 drills for better practice and performance. Inside you’ll find valuable information on • selecting equipment and facilities; • injury prevention and treatment; • conditioning to improve strength, power, flexiblity, and endurance; • common errors and how to correct them; • effective game strategies for doubles and tournament play; and • mental training and outthinking opponents.


From the Publisher
"Winning Racquetball excels as a training tool because it combines Ed Turner’s clear, to-the-point teaching approach with the rich personality that has made Woody Clouse one of the most colorful touring pros in the history of the game." Marvin Quertermous Editor KILLSHOT Magazine "Clouse brings the same intensity, excitement, and knowledge to Winning Racquetball as he does to the court. A great book for novice to pro." Hank Marcus Commissioner International Racquetball Tour "This book is excellent for beginners and advanced players. It is extremely easy to read and understand." John Ellis 1993 Amateur National Champion/1994 World Doubles Champion Top 8 International Racquetball Tour Pro


About the Author
Ed Turner, PhD, is a professor in the Health, Leisure, and Exercise Department at Appalachian State University in North Carolina. He has taught racquetball at the university level since 1978 and racquet sports since 1964. His students have included top open racquetball players, such as Wiley Fisher, Jin Yang, and Eric Gentry. In 1990 Turner received the North Carolina College Outstanding Physical Educator of the Year award. He has written numerous articles on racquetball strategy, and he’s the coauthor of Skills & Strategies for Winning Racquetball and Innovative Theory and Practice of Badminton. In addition to being an accomplished instructor, Turner is a top-rated open tournament racquetball player. He lives in Boone, NC. Top-ranked International Racquetball Tour (IRT) pro Woody Clouse knows from firsthand experience what it takes to excel in the sport. As the lead instructor for the IRT, Woody is the best when it comes to helping other players excel too. He also serves as the media relations director for IRT. A professional instructor since 1979, Clouse serves as consultant to the top professionals in the world. In 1987 he coached the Ecuadorian National Team. Clouse conducts racquetball clinics and seminars, and is the featured instructor for ESPN’s Racquetball Show. As a monthly contributor to KILLSHOT Magazine, Clouse shares his insights into the game and the strategies he learned from all-time racquetball greats like Bud Muelhieson and Cliff Swain. He lives with his wife, Jacqueline, in Truckee, CA and enjoys hiking, surfing, and skiing.

FROM THE PUBLISHER