This definitive history of squash by journalist James Zug is a must-read for squash lovers and sports history buffs alike, capturing the evolution of one of America's greatest games. Step into the fast-paced world of squash with this ultimate deep dive into one of America's fastest-growing sports. This newly updated edition of Squash packs in fresh stories and insights, charting the racquet sport's evolution. From its scrappy beginnings in the 1850s, when English schoolboys invented the game in alleys and yards, to its ...
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This definitive history of squash by journalist James Zug is a must-read for squash lovers and sports history buffs alike, capturing the evolution of one of America's greatest games. Step into the fast-paced world of squash with this ultimate deep dive into one of America's fastest-growing sports. This newly updated edition of Squash packs in fresh stories and insights, charting the racquet sport's evolution. From its scrappy beginnings in the 1850s, when English schoolboys invented the game in alleys and yards, to its arrival on US soil in 1884, squash has grown into a global phenomenon. Award-winning journalist James Zug takes readers on a fascinating journey, exploring defining moments like the pivotal shift in the 1990s from the one court size to another, a change that propelled the US to international squash dominance. The game has over 1.6 million players in this country, a growing presence in schools and colleges, and is on the brink of its next big milestone-making its Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Packed with vibrant profiles of squash legends, Zug's narrative goes beyond the court. He uncovers the game's rich cultural roots, tracing its elite origins and its expansion into public and commercial clubs. Along the way, he captures the passion, drama, and camaraderie that make squash so much more than just a sport. In the tradition of iconic sports histories like David Halberstam's The Amateurs, Squash isn't just for players-it's for anyone who loves a great story. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or curious newcomer to the game, this is your definitive guide to the lasting legacy of squash.
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Fine in fine jacket. First edition, first printing. Fine in fine, pricev clipped dust jacket. Hardcover. xii (foreword by George Plimpton) + 368 pp. with index, appendix Records of Champions. Illustrated with photos and reproductions. The first comprehensive history of squash in the United States, incorporating every aspect of this popular sport---men's and women's play, juniors and intercollegiates, singles and doubles, hardball and softball, amateurs and profesionals. Invented by English schoolboys in the 1850s, the game firts came to the United States in 1884 when St. Paul's School in New Hampshire built four open air courts; in 1904 in Philadelphia players founded the U.S. Squash Raquest Association.
