The Pass Forehand Down the Line with Rocky Carson

Rocky Carson hitting a forehand shot.

Happy Friday and good early morning. Since the World Racquetball Championships are in full swing, I wanted to share another valuable tip for all you, courtesy of IRT pro Rocky Carson. As you know, I am Rocky's coach and these are the same techniques I continue to teach and use with all my athletes. I am offering a 25% DISCOUNT on my book, DVD and all my coaching packages, so treat yourself to this big savings and let's elevate your game! It’s super easy, go to www.frandavisracquetball.com and then click the store link at the top. Make sure to use promo code HOLIDAY25 at

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2021 November Championship Newsletter

FROM INDOOR RACQUETBALL TO OUTDOOR RACQUETBALL, ALL IN A SPAN OF TWO WEEKS! What a world-wind tour it has been for Coach Fran Davis as her players, Paola Longoria, Rocky Carson and Team Zurek (Erick Trujillo, JP Rodriquez, Francisco Fajardo, Ponsi, Eduardo Garay, Mica Meneses, Sebastian Franco and Eduardo Castaneda) all played in either the US OPEN and in the 3WallBall event, two of the biggest stages in racquetball and the results were astounding! Also her partner, Jason Mannino, was inducted into the 2020 Hall of Fame as one of the best players to ever play the game. PAOLA LONGORIA

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Rocky Wins U.S. Team Qualifying Singles and Doubles with Charlie

Des Moines, Iowa – August 2, 2021 – More than 100 racquetballers hit the courts at the Wellmark YMCA in Downtown Des Moines in the first USA Racquetball National Championship event in over 500 days. The tournament served as the 2021 National Junior Championships and also included special championship qualifying divisions for the USA Adult National Team. Rocky Carson (Ladera Ranch, California) won the Men’s Adult Singles division to earn his 8th US National Singles Championship. Carson also won the Men’s Adult Doubles division with fellow Team HEAD Penn player Charlie Pratt (Portland, Oregon). The doubles win became Rocky’s 11th

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Texas Welcomes Back Rocky

Rocky Carson made his way across Texas and conducted some One Evening Clinics in San Antonio at the Thousand Oaks YMCA (sponsored by ACRA) and at the Landmark Fitness Club and Dallas. Here are some pictures and details about the clinics. If you would like Rocky to come to your club please send us a message and we can schedule a date and time in the near future. Session is $99 and includes: Lecture on topics such as court position, shot selection, serve and or serve return for singles and doubles. Playing and critiquing on the court as well. Giveaways

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Video Tip: When To Use the Pass Shot

🚨 Step into spring with my next "Tip of the Day" video featuring Rocky Carson and Conrrado Moscoso. In this tip I show you how to legally block an opponent out with your body. Click below to watch! ⬇️⬇️ Be sure to sign up for Rocky's upcoming April clinics in Florida so you can learn much more in person on the court, with Rocky.   ⏰ SIGN UP TODAY--SPOTS ARE FILLING UP FAST ⏰   • April 16, 2021 Outdoor Clinic at Eustis, FL - Sunset Island Complex SIGN UP: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehq7tbc14116cf56&llr=re5hjvdab   • April 19, 2021 Indoor Clinic at Ocala,

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Rocky Carson Indoor and Outdoor Clinics in Florida

Attention Racquetball Enthusiasts! Rocky Carson is coming to Central Florida and conducting some One Evening Clinics and even playing in a tournament. April 16, 2021 Outdoor Clinic - Sunset Island Complex, 501 West Ward Ave, Eustis, FL 32726 Friday April 16, 2021 5:30pm-8:30pm. • Registration Link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=re5hjvdab&oeidk=a07ehq7tbc14116cf56 April 17-18, 2021 Outdoor Tournament - Sunset Island Complex, 501 West Ward Ave, Eustis, FL 32726 Saturday/Sunday April 17-18, 2021. All weekend. April 19, 2021 Indoor Clinic - Frank DeLuca YMCA, 3200 SE 17th St., Ocala, FL 34471 Monday April 19, 2021 6pm-9pm • Registration Link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=re5hjvdab&oeidk=a07ehq836ea954519c7 April 20, 2021 Indoor Clinic -

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Delivering in Vegas…Congrats!

Vegas-Paola Longoria

“Championship Racquetball” Sports Racquetball Triangle…. Tips from the Coach!                                                                     By Fran Davis and Pro Rocky Carson HEAD/Penn [ngg src="galleries" ids="5" display="basic_thumbnail" thumbnail_crop="0"]Delivering in Vegas…CONGRATS! Well, my Championship Team was “Ready for Vegas” and then “Delivered in Vegas”. More than 300 of the world’s best racquetball players took to the air on the Las Vegas Strip for the 2020 3Wallball World Championships. My Players fared well from the Professionals I coach to the Amateurs I coach and who attended the Rocky Carson Outdoor Racquetball Clinic in September 2020 in Seattle, WA: https://www.frandavisracquetball.com/2020/10/getting-ready-for-vegas/ Paola Longoria – the No. 1 ranked female racquetball

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Video Tip: When To Use A Pinch Shot

Video Tip When to Pinch

Have you watched my “Tip of the Day” video series featured on the IRT Facebook, my YouTube Channel, and FranDavisRacquetball? This goes over “When To Use A Pinch Shot with Rocky Carson”. I break down the importance of how to execute a good pinch with proper footwork and good early racquet prep. I also go over when the perfect time to hit the offensive pinch shot should be done. If you like what you just watched check out more detailed information on shot selection in my book and DVD. The Championship Racquetball book is only $19.95 + shipping or the DVD

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Rocky Carson 2018 National Doubles Champion

CONGRATULATIONS to Rocky Carson for winning the National Doubles Championships for 9 years 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018 US National Doubles Champion HEAD Penn’s Rocky Carson Earns Team U.S.A. Spot at National Doubles Championships Tempe, Arizona. – February 11th, 2018 Rocky Carson dominated the top divisions in the Arizona desert last weekend at the 2018 U.S.A. Racquetball National Doubles Championships. The event also offered singles play towards the qualification process to make Team U.S.A. The U.S. National Racquetball team will compete in the International Racquetball Federation’s (I.R.F.) World Championships this August in Haining City, China. Rocky

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Fran Davis: Playing When You Are Behind in a Game/Match

We have all been in this type of situation before when we are losing the game/match and are “playing from behind.” We try to get back to good form and even up the game/match or possibly forge ahead. It is critical at this point in the match to play smart strategy as there is very little room to make any mistakes. (more…)

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