Hello and welcome to our new monthly newsletter!
I joined Irish Squash as CEO one month ago. It has been an extremely busy yet enjoyable month and a pleasure to work with so many committed members of the squash community. Everyone is fully focused on delivering the objectives set out within the Strategic Plan and committed to modernising Irish Squash and developing the sport.
One of the key priorities for me in the coming months is the appointment of Development Officers. These officers will be tasked with supporting clubs in various ways, including setting up junior sections, initiating club development projects and identifying local funding opportunities, promoting membership, supporting clubs with their governance, and implementing participation programmes. I am proactively engaging with partners and stakeholders to secure the necessary funding to make this happen.
Another focus for me is to enhance communications and rejuvenate the Irish Squash brand to align with our new vision for the sport. The first step in this process is establishing this monthly newsletter.
We have invited news submissions from the provinces and welcome any contributions you may have. Soon, we will initiate a consultation process and carry out a brand refresh for Irish Squash. I am also planning to revamp the website to make it user-friendly and reflective of the new brand identity we are developing.
A significant amount of excellent work is already underway, providing a strong foundation for further progress. This includes establishing a Level 1 coaching qualification on the Sport Ireland Coaching Framework, creating a single platform (Sporty HQ) for managing club memberships and event entries, and promoting vibrant tournaments and competitions.
As the National Governing Body, it is crucial that we remain accessible to offer support and guidance to clubs and members. If you require assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Paul or Tiernan at [email protected]. Alternatively, you can reach out to me directly at [email protected].
Yours is sport,
Scott Graham
CEO
Irish Squash
Irish Squash are delighted to announce that their annual National Coaching Conference will take place in Fitzwilliam Lawn & Tennis Club on September 9th.
The event will run from 10:15 to 16:30 with refreshments provided and is free of charge for those attending. There will be 4-one-hour seminars including practical examples and discussion with small breaks between sessions.
The objective for the conference is to connect our coaching communities & clubs. Through which we can share ideas & best practice through presentation and group discussion on how we can grow our game from beginners/juniors through to elite/ seasoned, imparting a lifetime love for squash.
This is expected to be a wonderfully engaging and exciting event with some really insightful guests providing seminars on a range of content including strength & conditioning, mindset development and long-term athlete development. A full breakdown of the day’s events can be found below;
Guests
A massive thank you must be given to Eddie Murphy, Irish Squash’s coach education officer for putting together a brilliant assemble of guests.
This is a day not to be missed and will be an exciting day for all involved. To register for the event, please fill out the form using this link, before the closing date of September 7th; https://forms.gle/n6BLSmD4iUHdirm26
Irish Squash are delighted to announce that their annual National Coaching Conference will take place in Fitzwilliam Lawn & Tennis Club on September 9th.
The event will run from 10:15 to 16:30 with refreshments provided and is free of charge for those attending. There will be 4-one-hour seminars including practical examples and discussion with small breaks between sessions.
The objective for the conference is to connect our coaching communities & clubs. Through which we can share ideas & best practice through presentation and group discussion on how we can grow our game from beginners/juniors through to elite/ seasoned, imparting a lifetime love for squash.
This is expected to be a wonderfully engaging and exciting event with some really insightful guests providing seminars on a range of content including strength & conditioning, mindset development and long-term athlete development. A full breakdown of the day’s events can be found below;
Guests
A massive thank you must be given to Eddie Murphy, Irish Squash’s coach education officer for putting together a brilliant assemble of guests.
This is a day not to be missed and will be an exciting day for all involved. To register for the event, please fill out the form using this link, before the closing date of September 7th; https://forms.gle/n6BLSmD4iUHdirm26
Irish Squash is recruiting for a Games Promotion Officer – Leinster. This part-time position is funded by Leinster Squash, the provincial body responsible for promoting and coordinating leagues and tournaments within the Province. The role will require a close working relationship with the Leinster Squash Committee.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, administering, and promoting Leinster Squash leagues and tournaments, while also increasing participation rates and providing excellent levels of customer service.
For a complete job description, click here. – Games Promotion Officer – Leinster
Applications must be sent via email with the subject line [ATTN: Games Promotion Officer – Leinster]. When applying by email, please include a letter of introduction detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role, along with your Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills and work experience. Please ensure that these documents are submitted no later than 5 pm on August 21st, 2023, to Irish Squash at [email protected].
Irish Squash is recruiting for a Games Promotion Officer – Leinster. This part-time position is funded by Leinster Squash, the provincial body responsible for promoting and coordinating leagues and tournaments within the Province. The role will require a close working relationship with the Leinster Squash Committee.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, administering, and promoting Leinster Squash leagues and tournaments, while also increasing participation rates and providing excellent levels of customer service.
For a complete job description, click here. – Games Promotion Officer – Leinster
Applications must be sent via email with the subject line [ATTN: Games Promotion Officer – Leinster]. When applying by email, please include a letter of introduction detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role, along with your Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills and work experience. Please ensure that these documents are submitted no later than 5 pm on August 21st, 2023, to Irish Squash at [email protected].
The Galway Lawn Tennis Club is one of the leading Racket Sports Clubs in
Ireland. Based in Salthill, Galway, the Club has a thriving Membership with top
class facilities for Tennis, Badminton & Squash enthusiasts.
The Club has a comprehensive range of Coaching Programmes in each of the 3
Sports for both our Juvenile and Adult Memberships. The programmes are
varied and suit all abilities from Beginners, new to a Sport, to Recreational and
Tournament players and for Members that operate at a National playing
standard.
To help implement and deliver the wide range of Coaching Programmes,
Training Camps and Events, the Club has a number of Annual Contract
positions (1/9/23 to 31/8/24) available for Self Employed Independent
Coaches.
The following positions are available:
1. Head Tennis Coach
2. Tennis Coaches
3. Squash Coach
4. Badminton Coach
How to apply
A Cover letter and CV, outlining your Coaching Qualifications and Experience,
should be sent by email to [email protected] no later than 5pm on 9
th
August 2023. Please reference the position you are applying for in the subject
line.
The Galway Lawn Tennis Club is one of the leading Racket Sports Clubs in
Ireland. Based in Salthill, Galway, the Club has a thriving Membership with top
class facilities for Tennis, Badminton & Squash enthusiasts.
The Club has a comprehensive range of Coaching Programmes in each of the 3
Sports for both our Juvenile and Adult Memberships. The programmes are
varied and suit all abilities from Beginners, new to a Sport, to Recreational and
Tournament players and for Members that operate at a National playing
standard.
To help implement and deliver the wide range of Coaching Programmes,
Training Camps and Events, the Club has a number of Annual Contract
positions (1/9/23 to 31/8/24) available for Self Employed Independent
Coaches.
The following positions are available:
1. Head Tennis Coach
2. Tennis Coaches
3. Squash Coach
4. Badminton Coach
How to apply
A Cover letter and CV, outlining your Coaching Qualifications and Experience,
should be sent by email to [email protected] no later than 5pm on 9
th
August 2023. Please reference the position you are applying for in the subject
line.
Irish Squash recently appointed two new personnel to increase the capacity of the
organisation in delivering on the goals outlined in their Strategic Plan 2022-2027
‘Connecting the Dots’
Scott Graham takes on the newly-created role of Chief Executive Officer and brings a wealth
of experience from his current role as Operations Manager in Cycling Ireland and previ0us
sponsorship, marketing and communications roles with Cycling Ireland, Teneo and Triathlon
Ireland.
Tiernan Harris is the new full time Office Administrator with responsibility for a range of
duties, including managing the software platform, SportyHQ and developing an improved
social media presence for the organisation.
Paul Nugent remains in his post as Chief Operations Officer, in which he has provided
administrative duties in liaison with voluntary board members for Irish Squash for many
years.
The new complement of 3 staff members will enhance the operational delivery of services
to the squash community in Ireland.
Scott, who takes up his new role on August 2nd, said “I am delighted to have been appointed
as the CEO of Irish Squash. The sport has enormous potential, and I am looking forward to
working with the Irish Squash community, staff, and key stakeholders to further develop the
sport and professionalise the organisation. My key priority will be to deliver upon the
ambitious 5-year strategic plan and help bring Irish Squash to new heights”
Rosie Barry, President Irish Squash, commented “This is an exciting time for our organisation
as we professionalise operations and we are grateful for the support of Sport Ireland in this
regard. Scott and Tiernan both excelled in the competitive interview processes for each role.
The Board looks forward to developing a strong working relationship with our new CEO,
Scott Graham, so that together with the squash community, we may realise the ambitions
set out in our strategic plan.”
