Pro-Zone Racquetball Zone 1

by Martin McDermott

The Eyes Tell the Story!

So protect them! Players that participate in the sport of racquetball should always wear eye protection. The official A.A.R.A (American Amateur Racquetball Association) rule states: Rule 2.5 APPAREL. (a) Lensed Eyewear Required. Lensed eyewear designed for racquet sports is required apparel for all players. The protective eyewear must be worn as designed and may not be altered. Players who require corrective eyewear also must wear lensed eyewear designed for racquet sports. Failure to wear protective eyewear will result in a technical foul and the player will be charged with a timeout to secure eyewear. The second infraction in the same match will result in immediate forfeiture of the match. The AARA recommends that players select eyewear with polycarbonate plastic lenses with 3-mm center thickness. These rules apply to tournament play, but should be enforced at all events and when playing freindly games.

Not that your opponent is aiming for you, but usually it is a miss hit ball that is to blame. An unexpected miss hit off the frame of your opponents racquet could be the culprit. A $30.00 investment on a pair of eye protectors is a lot cheaper than a $3,000.00 investment to your local eye doctor.

Like any sport there are hidden dangers, and like any sport, with the right equipment and education, racquetball can be fun and safe.