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The future of squash: Ed Alvarez shows how clubs must be run as a business for our game to recover
‘Hoping that gyms will be loyal to squash is wishful thinking’
By EDUARDO ALVAREZ - Squash Mad Columnist
I am writing from the squash ghost town...
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US Open back on the PSA calendar for October at new national centre in Philly
Specter Center aims to be a top venue and the driving force for growing squash across America
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
The 2021...
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Geoff Hunt and Heather McKay launched the Aussie squash boom, and it’s time for the game to bounce back Down Under
By ANDY WHIPP - Squash Mad Columnist
While writing last week's column about international coaches, I mentioned legendary names like Rodney Martin, David Palmer, Stewart...
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WSF and PSA jointly launch World Squash Officiating platform
‘The goal is a standardised refereeing level across the world’
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
The World Squash Federation (WSF) and Professional Squash Association...
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Nick Matthew and Daryl Selby launch Back To Squash Roadshow with Sweatband
Legends want to encourage players to get back on court
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
On the day that squash courts reopened across England,...
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Amanda Sobhy helps to launch Countdown to 2021 World Squash Day
‘Fun, fitness and friendship make this so much more than just your 45 minutes on court’
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
The countdown to...
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Back to court: Staffs Squash ready to tie the knot on new creative plan
Plan to bring back the glory days is ready to roll out
By JAMES ROBERTS - Squash Mad Columnist
There is no doubt that Covid-19 has...
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Jethro Binns interview: Building SquashSkills into a force for good in the game
‘Our ambition is to qualify two new coaches in every club around the world’
INTERVIEW by ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
Jethro Binns has been...
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Andy Whipp: Are squash committees full of old men ruining the game? Absolutely!
By ANDY WHIPP - Squash Mad Columnist
Sport is a funny thing. Any sport wants to constantly grow in popularity ... and in wealth. Wealth,...
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Now’s the time for England Squash to rescue and rebuild our sport at every level
By ANDY WHIPP - Squash Mad Columnist
Keir Worth’s decision to step down from his role as CEO of England Squash offers a great opportunity...
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Squash Summit: Time to talk and plan a fun future for this fantastic game of ours
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
I am looking forward to speaking on March 5th at the online Squash Summit organised by the brilliant...
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Andy Whipp: The secrets of Egypt’s success, from Ahmed Barada to today’s wave of champions who are dominating the game
Most of us know that Ahmed Barada was a trailblazer in squash and a huge factor in inspiring a whole nation to world domination....
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As top kids learn lessons from Egypt’s superstars, Russia hopes for rich results in the future
By ALAN THATCHER – Squash Mad Editor
Two leading Russian juniors are training with the world’s top stars in Egypt. Moscow-based twins Varvara Esina and...
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Squash aims to get Infront with new media, marketing and gambling deal
Squash aims to get Infront with new media, marketing and gambling deal
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
The PSA is aiming to reinvigorate the...
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PSA streaming channel SQUASHTV now home of live action worldwide
PSA streaming channel SQUASHTV now home of live action worldwide
By Squash Mad Reporter
SQUASHTV, the OTT platform owned by the Professional Squash Association (PSA), is...
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Kiwis so close to bouncing back after arson attack at Kerikeri
Kiwis so close to bouncing back after arson attack at Kerikeri
By DAVE WORSLEY – Squash Mad Correspondent
It’s been four and a half long years...
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Happy birthday to squash hero Linda Davie
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
I would like to lead the squash world today in singing a virtual “Happy Birthday” to one of...
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Bob Kingsley: How the hardball politics of US Squash tinned our Olympic bid
By BOB KINGSLEY - Squash Mad Correspondent
Some years ago I wrote an article for Squash Mad about how “back in the day” the United...
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Scottish coach Jenny McArtney humbled by New Year honour from The Queen
Scottish coach Jenny McArtney humbled by New Year honour from The Queen
By ANDY WESTON - Squash Mad Correspondent
Monifeith squash coach and player Jenny...
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Squash is in limbo, waiting for the moment of truth
By ALAN THATCHER – Squash Mad Editor
With lockdown in various parts of the world set to continue for weeks and probably months, squash is...
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Robert Eberhard: How our new lifestyles can help squash grow in 2021
Robert Eberhard: How our new lifestyles can help squash grow in 2021
By ROBERT EBERHARD - Squash Mad Correspondent
Changes to our lifestyles, brought about the...
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Interview: New Year message of hope from WSF president Zena Wooldridge
Interview: New Year message of hope from WSF president Zena Wooldridge
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
World Squash Federation president Zena Wooldridge has sent...
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PSA chief Alex Gough hopes for a happy new year after a tough time in 2020
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
PSA chief Alex Gough is looking forward to a brighter future for the World Tour after facing some...
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PSA and Dunlop announce partnership renewal
PSA and Dunlop announce partnership renewal
By SEAN REUTHE - Squash Mad Correspondent
The Professional Squash Association (PSA) has renewed its partnership with Dunlop for a...
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Calls for outdoor squash courts in USA
As the calls grow louder across the globe for more outdoor squash courts, two American national champions have been sampling the delights of playing...
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England Squash chief fights for greater freedoms for our sport when the latest lockdown is lifted
England Squash chief fights for greater freedoms for our sport when the latest lockdown is lifted
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
England Squash chief...
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Black Ball Club to host back-to-back men’s and women’s events in December
Black Ball Club to host back-to-back men’s and women’s events in December
By ALAN THATCHER and SEAN REUTHE
Egypt will host back-to-back men’s and women’s PSA...
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PSA teams up with SquashLevels
PSA teams up with SquashLevels
By ALAN THATCHER
The PSA is teaming up with ranking platform SquashLevels, the website that tracks results and provides a handy...
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World Squash Day 20th Anniversary date is confirmed for Saturday September 11th 2021
World Squash Day 20th Anniversary date is confirmed for Saturday September 11th 2021
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor and World Squash Day Founder
World...
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Coping with Covid and building a sunny future for squash as an outdoor sport
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
Just as squash players were enjoying their return to court, along came a new wave of guidelines and...
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Lots of energy and new faces as New Zealand copes with Covid (but we can still pick up tips from pickleball)
Lots of energy and new faces as New Zealand copes with Covid (but we can still pick up tips from pickleball)
By ROD BANNISTER -...
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From The Pyramids to Loch Ness, World Squash Day is a massive success
From The Pyramids to Loch Ness, World Squash Day is a massive success
By Squash Mad Correspondent
Even the Loch Ness Monster made a rare appearance...
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Jahangir Khan backs World Squash Day project: Trade in your racket for a new one from UNSQUASHABLE and the old one goes to...
Jahangir Khan backs World Squash Day project: Trade in your racket for a new one from UNSQUASHABLE and the old one goes to a...
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On this day … how World Squash Day was born
On this day ... how World Squash Day was born
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
The world changed on this day in 2001...
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Rod Bannister interview: “We must change the stodgy way this game has been run and make it cool, funky, and easy to access”
Interview by ALAN THATCHER – Squash Mad Editor
Rod Bannister had just 24 hours to sell his property, pack his bags and move his family...
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Scottish Open: Plans for 2021 “sign of growing confidence and collaboration” in Scotland’s squash community
Scottish Open: Plans for 2021 “sign of growing confidence and collaboration” in Scotland’s squash community
By MICHAEL GREGSON – Squash Mad Correspondent
Unmistakably confirming that squash...
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Myyr Squash: Finns foil falling figures by breaking down barriers to welcome new players
Myyr Squash: Finns foil falling figures by breaking down barriers to welcome new players
By LUUKAS RAATIKAINEN – Squash Mad Correspondent
Squash needs to be affordable,...
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Battle of words over future of squash in New York: Reasons for optimism by Cleve Miller
The NYC Squash Renaissance: Reasons for optimism
By CLEVE MILLER - Squash Mad Correspondent
I have read with interest the article by Eduardo Alvarez in Squash...
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World Squash Day: 50 days to go until squash takes to the streets!
World Squash Day: 50 days to go until squash takes to the streets!
By ALAN THATCHER - Squash Mad Editor
Today marks a major milestone in...
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Squash crisis in Rome as courts face uncertain future
Due to Covid, the survival of squash in Rome is increasingly uncertain
By MONICA DRUSIAN - Squash Mad Correspondent
Squash in Rome is experiencing a period...