St. James Croquet Association

Technical Resources: Physics, Mechanics & Advanced Concepts

A curated list of technical, scientific, and mechanical croquet resources including ball physics, stroke mechanics, hoop geometry, lawn behavior, and more.

Physics & Ball Mechanics

Physics of Croquet Ball Mechanics Contact Times The Physics of Croquet Strokes Measuring Bias in Croquet Balls (Floatation)

Environmental Factors

Lawn Speeds & Properties Solar Heating of Balls Thermal Expansion of Croquet Balls LIDAR – End of the Home Advantage

Stroke Geometry & Aiming

Aiming in Croquet Strokes Split Shot Draw or Curve Split Shot Pull – Explanation and Demonstration Acceptance Angle of a Hoop

Training Aids & Mechanics

Build Your Own Swing Trainer Laser Guided Croquet Swing Trainer May the Best Person Win