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‘I thought it was the end:’ Ukraine squash champion on playing through war

Ukraine’s three-time national champion is recalling the horror day nearly two years ago when her country was invaded. “My husband and I were sleeping,...

Olympic Bites: ‘Inclusion is sense of validation for squash’

After squash was confirmed as one of five new sports that will be introduced to the LA2028 Olympic Games, US Squash president and CEO...

Postponing Premier Squash League ‘is further blow to quality of UK depth’

As a former World No.30 and Premier Squash League winner as a captain back in the golden days of the mid-80s with Cannons --...

Inside US Squash: College season is upon us

Sean Choi, of the Rally Report Podcast, looks at state of play in the US across players, competitions and clubs  Happy Hunting Grounds at US...

Newly-married Olivia Fiechter and Diego Elias win Pan American gold

Olivia Fiechter, who married just a fortnight ago and now plays under her Weaver surname, came back from two games down to beat US...

Squash Facilities Network brings experts together in ‘thriving global community’ 

The European Squash Federation has launched the Squash Facilities Network (SFN) to bring together experts and share best practice from across the industry. The SFN...

PSA Foundation launches second Squashtache campaign

For the second year running, the Squashtache campaign is asking the squash community to grow facial hair in support of the PSA Foundation and...

Student makes engineering final with squash laser innovation

An innovation which could revolutionise squash has been shortlisted for a national award after being designed by a British squash loving student. Mechanical engineering graduate...

‘Unique’: England’s most northerly squash club forced to close

England's most northerly club - Alnwick Squash Club - has sadly been forced to close after 46 years. The characterful old-fashioned "throwback" club was...

Hong Kong Squash Open returns outdoors for finals

The Hong Kong Squash Open will use the city’s outdoor colour when the November event takes place. The 2024 tournament will be played beside...

British Junior Squash 2023: Amelie Haworth and Jonah Bryant take titles

The 2023 ProAir British Junior Championships (BJC) came to its conclusion on Sunday, with Jonah Bryant (Sussex) and Amelie Haworth (Hants) lifting the Boys...

Squash v tennis World No.1 duel: Who would take the points?

‘Who is the best squash player of all time?’ It's the age old question hopefully still doing the rounds in club bars. Jahangir Khan...

Hong Kong players urged to raise ranking with Olympics in mind

Second seed Lee Ka Yi upset the odds to win the Hong Kong Championships 2023 national women's title at the weekend. Yi beat top seed...

Australian Open Squash 2024 set for prominent Sydney location

The Australian Open is set to be elevated to an “unprecedented audience” for the 2024 event with the glass court placed in Martin Place,...

How to build a low cost outdoor squash court like the UK’s first

An engineer with a passion for squash has a lasting vision for his ‘Blue Peter’ outdoor court design after crowdfunding thousands for his prototype,...

‘Youth coming alive’ through groundbreaking Bronx squash project

A $10million project which is positioning squash front and centre of a pioneering move to help South Bronx youth shine in New York can...

The 3 Top Men’s Squash Players and What You Should Know About Them

Squash, a sport that encapsulates agility, strategy and sheer determination, has seen many champions grace its courts. But among them, three names stand out...

Brian Roberts: the man who helped squash unlock Olympic door? 

There is a fascinating story behind this evocative picture, taken in the 1990s, which might offer clues as to how squash came to be...

Squash next gen eye British Junior Championships success

Rising British juniors will aim to take the first steps towards Olympic aspirations when the ProAir Engineers British Junior Championships take place in Yorkshire...

British Open Squash 2024 handed June date for Birmingham Rep

The British Open will return to Birmingham next year after a June date was set for The Rep Theatre. The 2024 event will be staged...

Future of sports? Gina Kennedy teams up to launch virtual squash game

A game production start-up has teamed up with Commonwealth champion Gina Kennedy to bring C-Smash VRS into the real world. RapidEyeMovers launched a brand-new video...

Squash is an Olympic sport: Looking back and forwards to LA 2028 inclusion

It’s been a week -- and what a week it was -- since squash landed the ultimate vote and a place at the Olympic...

Premier Squash League players blast decision to postpone start

Premier Squash League players lambasted the decision to scrap the start to the new season until next year as a “disgrace” - with only...

Grasshopper Cup Squash 2023: Gawad and El Sherbini win titles

Karim Abdel Gawad and Nour El Sherbini completed an Egyptian double at the Grasshopper Cup, beating Joel Makin and Hania El Hammamy in their...

Former county player designs own squash grips

A former competitive squash player has designed a new homegrown grip brand for racket sports and hockey. The brainchild of Olly Rose, Raquex, a UK-based...

Mostafa Asal marks return to PSA World Tour with win

Mostafa Asal hailed James Willstrop for his “amazing” work while the Egyptian was at Pontefract ahead of his return to the professional tour. Asal made...

‘Squash now has the complete package with Olympics berth’

The great tragedy, of course, is that Geoff Hunt and Jahangir Khan,  two of the greatest ever figures in squash, were denied the opportunity...

Squash-loving Michelle Yeoh elected IOC member

Squash was handed another boost in an increasingly memorable week for the sport after actress Michelle Yeoh became an International Olympic Committee (IOC) member. On...

How squash sealed its place in the LA 2028 Olympic Games

The astonishing news that squash will be on the programme at the 2028 Olympic Games is the result of some brilliantly shrewd manouevring –...

LA 2028: Squash stars celebrate Olympic inclusion

An emotional Nicol David led the celebrations for squash after the sport was finally granted a place at the Olympics on Monday. While she...

Squash at the Olympics: LA 2028 and IOC finally herald golden dream

The date is July 14, the year 2028. A landmark day has finally been set for squash players, who will first be seen in...

Mostafa Asal set to open season in Zurich after ban

Mostafa Asal and Nour El Sherbini will return to Zurich to defend their Grasshopper Cup titles in the PSA World Tour Gold event this...

US Open Squash 2023: Paul Coll and Nour El Sherbini claim titles

World No.5 Paul Coll admitted to seeing the finishing line too early as he overcame a two-game comeback from defending champion Ali Farag to...

How Toronto squash club rallied after 14-day closure warning

A closure notice can kill any club stone dead, especially when there is only a two-week warning accompanying it. But for Toronto-based Peterborough Squash...

US Open Squash 2023: Paul Coll ends 37-year Kiwi wait

World No.5 Paul Coll became the first man from New Zealand to reach the US Open final in 37 years after he came from...

Squash lovers Alex Preston and Michael Pearce aim to play non-stop for 40 hours in world record charity bid

By ALAN THATCHER (Squash Mad Editor) Squash lovers Alex Preston and Michael Pearce are attempting to break the world record for the longest-ever squash marathon. They...

Western Australia club seeks operator to continue legacy

An iconic squash club in Western Australia is looking for a "dymanic" operator to continue its legacy. Potential suitors have been invited to submit an...

US Open Squash 2023: Tarek Momen ends ElShorbagy losing run

Egyptian veteran Tarek Momen ended a 12-match losing run and won his first match against World No.4 Mohamed ElShorbagy for four years to book...

Alexandra Palace to host London Squash Classic, replacing Canary Wharf

Squash was given a further shot in the arm on Wednesday after revered sporting venue Alexandra Palace was revealed as another enticing PSA World...

US Open Squash 2023: Olivia Fiechter keeps home hopes alive

American No.2 Olivia Fiechter joined compatriot Amanda Sobhy in the quarter-finals of the US Open following a 3-0 win over Egypt’s Salma Hany at...