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Know the Game series is firmly established as
the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For 50 years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike. The series has now been relaunched in a new format with a
modern design - making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now
packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipment, rules, techniques and training tips. There's even information on how to
find a club and meet new people to play the sport with. And having been written and
endorsed by the sport's professional body, you can be sure that you are getting the best information available.
List of contents
INTRODUCTION
Structure of this book
The two games
Where to play
COURT AND EQUIPMENT
The court
Metric conversions
Equipment and accessories
SINGLE-BALL STROKES
Grips
Style and stance
Stalking
Swing
Faults
Hoop running
Jump strokes
GOLF CROQUET
Outline of the game
GOLF CROQUET STROKE PLAY
Controlling direction and distance
GOLF CROQUET TACTICS AND LAWS
General tactics
Handicap play
Laws
ASSOCIATION CROQUET
Outline of the game
Sequence of play
ASSOCIATION CROQUET STROKE PLAY
Hitting in
Rushing
Croquet strokes
Hoop approaches
ASSOCIATION CROQUET BREAKS
Types of break
Two-ball break
Three-ball break
Four-ball break
ASSOCIATION CROQUET TACTICS
Objective in the opening
Standard opening
Mid-game tactics
In-player tactics
Out-player tactics
End-game tactics
ASSOCIATION CROQUET HANDICAP PLAY
The handicap system
When to take a bisque
ASSOCIATION CROQUET LAWS
Glossary
Index
About the author
Croquet Association
Summary
A guide to the game of croquet, suitable for both the active participant or the passive enthusiast. It features information, photographs and illustrations which explain the core skills, tactics and rules of the game. The book is written and endorsed by The Croquet Association.
Foreword
Contains all you need to know about the sport, including equipment, rules, techniques and training tips. Providing information on how to find a club and meet new people to participate with, this book also includes colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts.
