My top ten breaches of racquetball etiquette. These are the unwritten laws that most players in the world abide by. I know I have left some out so feel free to add!!
1. Not showing up. Hey I am going to play Saturday at 8am. Want to play?
Yes of course. but Saturday at 7:00am you get this text–sorry cannot be there. Too late to find a sub and you are stiffed.
2. Showing up but not trying. Sorry I was out drinking last night so go ahead and serve me out. I am not trying. Bad behavior.
3. Using your ten seconds on the serve every serve. Unwritten law says–“save it for the tournament there, Mr. or Ms Game Ball!!
4. Taking double bounces and arguing over every call. This subject has been covered in previous posts ad nauseam. Enough said. (See how to play the jerk in old posts)
5. Talking and talking and talking. This player wants to fill you in on everything and is a constant jibber jabber instead of playing! Solution? Ear plugs? Me? I just take out my hearing aids!
6. Didn’t get the court and said they were going to get the court. You get to the club and no court. This is a variation of #1. Happens once-mistake-happens more than once-super annoying and permanent banishment from list of practice players.
7. Super coach opponent-this practice partner is actually cannon fodder for most players so they elevate their status with tips for your game while you are trying to play. This is really annoying especially if this opponent has no “cred”!
8. The Spy-this opponent sets up their camera to record you to give to their coach so they can strategize against you. So are they really there for a workout? Or spy mission?
9. The political pundit–this opponent gives you the latest CNN or Fox News bylines as their gospel beliefs-whether you want to hear it or not! Here’s a tip-50% of the people disagree with you and 50% think you’re awesome-no matter which news channel you watch! Remember those tv stations are selling products and feeding you only what you want to hear!!
10. The preacher-this opponent quotes the bible and readings from the gospel while taking double bounces and cheating on their taxes and spouse.
Those are my top ten and I am sure there are more!