The Court Dimensions: Squash and racquetball are both racket sports played within a walled court, but they differ significantly in court dimensions. A standard squash court measures approximately 32 feet long by 21 feet wide, while racquetball courts are generally larger at about 40 feet long by 20 feet wide. This difference in size influences the playing style and strategies used in each sport.

The Rackets: The rackets used in squash and racquetball also differ. Squash rackets are longer (up to 27 inches) and have a smaller head, whereas racquetball rackets cannot exceed 22 inches in length and typically have larger heads. This affects the swing and the type of shots players can perform.

The Ball: The balls used in each sport vary in size and bounciness. A squash ball is smaller and less bouncy, which means it requires more force to hit it, and the game typically involves shorter, more tactical rallies. Racquetball balls are larger and bouncier, leading to longer and faster rallies.

Scoring Systems: Scoring systems in squash and racquetball are distinctly different. Squash often uses a traditional ‘hand-in, hand-out’ scoring system, where points are only scored by the server. In contrast, racquetball utilizes a ‘rally scoring’ system, where points can be scored by either player regardless of who serves the ball.