Boasts and angles · Advanced
How to play the two-wall volley boast in squash.
See the representative arrival, strike, side wall, then front wall, first bounce, opponent cue and recovery for the two-wall volley boast.
In short
Consider the two-wall volley boast when you can intercept comfortably near the T while the opponent remains deep or moves the wrong way. Take time away and redirect the ball into the open front corner.
Watch the trajectory
Blue dashed lines show realistic arrivals one at a time. Yellow shows the strike and outgoing path. The opponent and recovery zone provide tactical context. No players or rackets are shown.
Trajectory, in words
- The blue path or paths show how the ball can arrive before the strike.
- The yellow path reaches side wall, then front wall in numbered order.
- The first bounce enters the highlighted short boast target; the recovery zone anticipates the likely reply.
Blue shows the representative arrival or alternatives converging on one strike. Yellow shows the straight or angled outgoing path for the two-wall volley boast. Numbered contacts, the target, opponent position and recovery zone explain the tactical sequence.
Read the opportunity
When should I play it?
- You can intercept comfortably near the T while the opponent remains deep or moves the wrong way.
- You can reach the strike point in balance rather than forcing the shot.
- You have a clear view, direct access, a safe swing and an unobstructed intended ball line.
Opponent cue
Where should the opponent be?
The opponent is behind or committed towards the straight channel, leaving the opposite front corner open.
Intention
What am I trying to achieve?
Take time away and redirect the ball into the open front corner.
Plan the next ball
What is likely to come back?
- A counterdrop
- A straight lift
- A crosscourt lob
Follow-up: Stay forward but clear the opponent's direct route to the front corner.
Where do I recover?
Take a balanced forward T position and prepare for either a counterdrop or lifted escape.
Common mistake
Forcing a stretched volley boast that rebounds into the middle.
Safety
Keep the volley swing and angled ball line clear of the opponent.
Sources and review
This is a source-aligned Squash Dog editorial illustration, reviewed 6 September 2026. It represents one useful pattern, not the only valid trajectory, a governing-body endorsement or personal coaching advice.