An elastic hydrocarbon polymer is impregnated with 12 compounds resulting in a construction material with unrivalled playability and durability characteristics.

Balls tend to be single boxed balls but may also be provided in either plastic tubes or in card boxes of 3 balls. There are different types of squash balls that are designed differently depending on the skill level of the individual playing the game, the type of gameplay, and even the conditions of the atmosphere and environment.

The reason these practice balls are excellent for those just getting into the sport is that they have good bounce, which means they stay airborne longer, giving a player more time to set up a shot. Fabric conditioner also rinses off any protective coatings such as Teflon, therefore degrading the fabric further.

The official ball of the World Squash Federation (WSF), Professional Squash Association (PSA), and Women’s International Squash Players Association (WISPA) and the only ball used in all international squash competitions. Fabric conditioner is a rinsing agent and once used it damages the yarns within the fabric causing pilling and misshaping.

Bought three rackets (and my wife bought one), shoes and various other bits and had a few restringings. The official ball of the World Squash Federation, Professional Squash association and Women International Squash Players Association. The single yellow balls are a better bet for regular club players who may be on a tight schedule and just wish to get on with their squash quickly. Since squash balls come in so many different varieties, most of them are colour coded to match their specific characteristics.