Description:

Students will review the rules and terminology of racquetball, as well as demonstrate the basic skills. The student will demonstrate skills and strategies in a competitive format and use the mental preparation and conditioning aspects of the game of racquetball. The intermediate racquetball student will apply skills in a competitive format. 2 hrs./wk. This course will meet the general education requirement for Health and/or Physical Education.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $45 to $200.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Review and discuss/or demonstrate: a) essential equipment; b) rules and terminology; c) etiquette and safety issues; d) serves and strokes; e) use of the back wall.
2. Explain and demonstrate singles play in a competitive format.
3. Explain and demonstrate doubles play in a competitive format.
4. Discuss and identify the mental aspects of the game
5. Discuss and explore the benefits of conditioning for racquetball.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Racquetball Equipment
   A. Discuss and explain the proper selection of the following:
racquetball racquet, strings for the racquet, grips, shoes, eye guards,
balls.

II. Rules of the game
   A. Describe the basic rules of racquetball
   B. Explain the court markings and dimensions.
   C. Compare the alternate types of racquetball games.

III. Etiquette and Safety
   A. Describe the proper safety procedures for a safe game situation.
   B. Describe the proper etiquette for the game of racquetball.

IV. Basic Strokes
   A. Demonstrate the proper grip for the backhand and forehand stroke.
   B. Describe and demonstrate the backhand and forehand stroke
mechanics.

V. Serves
   A. Demonstrate the basic types of serves
   B. Describe the proper strategies for using each serve
	
VI. Basic Shots
   A. Demonstrate the basic offensive and defensive shots.
   B. Describe when and how to properly execute the basic shots.
	
VII. Use of the back wall
   A. Demonstrate the proper footwork techniques needed to execute the
back-wall shot.
   B. Explain and demonstrate the proper racquet preparation.
	
VIII. Strategies
   A. Determine the components of a match strategy.
   B. Demonstrate a change in strategy during a competition match.
   C. Describe your opponent’s strengths and weaknesses.
	
IX. Doubles
   A. Describe the different methods of playing doubles.
   B. Discuss the characteristics of a good playing partner.
   C. Identify the key terms to doubles play
	
X. On Court Competition
   A. Demonstrate the basic shots and strategies during a game.

XI. Getting in Shape
   A. Outline the basic requirements of the 12-month training schedule
   B. Explain the basics of aerobic, anaerobic, and plyometric training.

XII. Mental Side of the Game
   A. Describe the various techniques for improving mental toughness
   B. Identify the key terms associated with the mental part of the
game.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

The intermediate racquetball student will be required to apply skills
in a competitive format.

In-class physical demonstration of competencies   40-60% of grade
Written Exams                                     20-30% of grade
Skill Development Tests                           20-30% of grade
Projects                                           0-10% of grade
   Total                                            100%

Caveats:

1. The course will be offered off of the JCCC campus. Each student will be responsible for providing transportation to and from class.
2. Strenuous and/or potentially dangerous exercise.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.