A new global squash movement, Rally28, has launched with the aim to grow the game at every level and ensure that Olympic inclusion delivers meaningful impact far beyond LA28.
It has been developed by World Squash, the Professional Squash Association (PSA) and the Squash United Foundation.
The movement will support fundraising efforts for grassroots development projects through Continental and National Federations and the Squash United Foundation, engaging federations, clubs, players and other squash stakeholders across the globe to drive participation in the sport.
Donations vary from £2.80 to £28 and $280., which purchases five portable squash nets that can be taken into schools to introduce children to squash three schools receive a visit from a qualified coach and introduced to squash.
“With 28 months to go until squash makes its historic Olympic debut at LA28, we have a unique opportunity to create a lasting legacy for generations to come. We’ve already shown what can be achieved by working together across the sport and Rally28 builds on that spirit of collaboration to attract new investment into the sport and use it wisely to further support grassroots development” said World Squash President Zena Wooldridge.
Head of the Squash United Foundation Adriana Olaya, said: “Squash’s Olympic debut at LA28 will shine an unprecedented spotlight on our sport, and through the Squash United Foundation, we want to ensure that Rally28 allows us to direct funds towards communities who can benefit from squash the most.
“The funds raised through this movement will directly support grassroots projects and Sports for Development Organisations that we support, creating access to courts, coaching, equipment and safe spaces for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds around the world. This is a chance to use the excitement of the Olympic Games to drive real social impact, empowering the next generation and making our global squash community stronger for years to come.”