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A glove may seem like an unimportant accessory for racquetball, but nothing could be more untrue. You see, hitting the ball with such great force can add a lot strain to your hand. Prolonged strain can wreak havoc on your body, and subject your hand to blisters or even wrist injury. A good racquetball glove will protect you from painful blisters that can keep you on the sidelines for weeks. It will even help to stabilize your wrist and prevent a sprain or other injury.
Racquetball gloves are also great at blocking sweat. During intense game play, the palm of the hand will frequently become damp with sweat. Since a racquetball glove is worn on the hitting hand, it can significantly increase a player's grip on the racquet handle by eliminating this sweaty grip. A solid grip is critical when playing racquetball because the player's grip directly impacts speed, angle, and direction of any given shot. Like any other sports accessory, racquetball gloves are available in various types and qualities. For the beginner player, a cheaper low quality glove will probably be adequate. You will still be protecting your hand, but the downside is that the glove might not last more than a few games before it falls apart. If you're dedicated to the sport, consider spending just a little more for a high quality glove that you can keep for years into your racquetball career. |