This month has seen the return of the eagerly anticipated provincial squash leagues! We have action across Leinster, Munster and Ulster with conversations ongoing surrounding a Connaught League.
These leagues are the perfect opportunity for players to engage in competitive squash in a social context, getting the best of both worlds!
We are pleased to see that registration for these leagues has been positive with huge growth reported. Leinster Squash has been the epitome of this with the number of teams growing from 43 to 52 since last season (see chart)
Additionally, Leinster Squash have introduced Saturday leagues this year, which are more beginner friendly leagues. These Saturday leagues also give players the opportunity to play during weekends & weekdays, therefore maximising their time on the court, developing their game!
Best of luck to all players playing in these leagues for the rest of the season!
For all the latest results and updates from these leagues, use the following links:
For any inquiries about these leagues, please contact:
Fresh after the exciting news that squash has officially become an Olympic sport, Irish shores once again welcome some of the world’s top masters’ players to Dublin to compete in this years edition of the Irish Masters Open, an ESF accredited event.
This year’s tournament will run from the 19th to 22nd October across Fitzwilliam LTC and Mount Pleasant LTC. Interest has been soaring with a full field registered for the event, meaning we can look forward to;
This event is open to all players who are over 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75 for men and 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65 for ladies. You can catch the action from court one on our livestream everyday, following the link below: https://www.irishsquash.com/live/
To see all seeding, draws and fixtures please visit this link: https://www.europeansquash.com/sport/tournament?id=99051FDA-6D26-43B0-A631-618EB1ED93AE
With so many categories, action will be exciting, competitive and entertaining with plenty of storylines on show!
Elite Players come to town!
As the growing prestige of the Irish Masters Open is plain to see as we welcome 2 World Masters champions as well as 3 European Masters champions. With so many elite and world renowned players involved there is set to be a tremendous showcase of skills!
Irish Players a plenty!
Across all categories, men’s and women’s Irish players account for over half of all participants with many category seedings being topped by homeland players, emphasising our terrific chances of success across each category.
Fresh after the exciting news that squash has officially become an Olympic sport, Irish shores once again welcome some of the world’s top masters’ players to Dublin to compete in this years edition of the Irish Masters Open, an ESF accredited event.
This year’s tournament will run from the 19th to 22nd October across Fitzwilliam LTC and Mount Pleasant LTC. Interest has been soaring with a full field registered for the event, meaning we can look forward to;
This event is open to all players who are over 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75 for men and 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65 for ladies. You can catch the action from court one on our livestream everyday, following the link below: https://www.irishsquash.com/live/
To see all seeding, draws and fixtures please visit this link: https://www.europeansquash.com/sport/tournament?id=99051FDA-6D26-43B0-A631-618EB1ED93AE
With so many categories, action will be exciting, competitive and entertaining with plenty of storylines on show!
Elite Players come to town!
As the growing prestige of the Irish Masters Open is plain to see as we welcome 2 World Masters champions as well as 3 European Masters champions. With so many elite and world renowned players involved there is set to be a tremendous showcase of skills!
Irish Players a plenty!
Across all categories, men’s and women’s Irish players account for over half of all participants with many category seedings being topped by homeland players, emphasising our terrific chances of success across each category.
Irish Squash, The World Squash Federation (WSF) and the Professional Squash Association (PSA) welcome the decision by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to officially select squash for inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games sports programme.
This significant decision provides squash’s world-class athletes the opportunity to compete on the biggest sporting stage in the world, with two medal events – men’s and women’s singles competitions.
WSF President Zena Wooldridge said “on behalf of the entire global squash community, I would like to express my immense delight at squash’s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games. Squash is an amazingly dynamic, diverse, and demanding sport that is perfectly suited for the Olympic Games”.
Irish Squash Chief Executive Scott Graham also welcomed the monumental inclusion of squash in the Olympics. He noted “squash is an exciting and diverse sport which deserves its place at the games”, he further added that “this news is particularly exciting for Irish Squash and our crop of talented budding stars and is sure to inspire more youngsters across the island of Ireland to join their local club and try their hand at squash”. While Irish Squash president Rosie Barry, remarked “this is a momentous day for squash players worldwide. Now is the time to believe in our big dreams of competing on the Olympics world stage. Heartfelt thanks to the WSF, PSA and US Squash for their effective work in promoting squash and ensuring its inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games”.
Squash has been lobbying tirelessly for a place at the Olympics so its upcoming inclusion is a major milestone for the sport on a global scale which will act as catalyst to increase the awareness and participation in truly global sport, suitable for all ages. As such, squash’s core values of inclusion, integrity and innovation align with those of the Olympic Games, and through today’s announcement, a new era of squash is born.
Regarding high-performance athletes, PSA Chief Executive Alex Gough explained “our athletes have worked tirelessly to earn this recognition and we are grateful for the opportunity to see them compete for glory at the LA28 Olympic Games. This inclusion marks a significant milestone in squash’s journey, and I look forward to watching our players inspire the world with their incredible skill and athleticism on the biggest stage of all.”
Additional details on the LA28 Olympic Games sporting schedule will be announced by the LA28 Organising Committee.
The entire Irish Squash community expressed their sincere gratitude to the Organising Committee of the LA28 Olympic Games and the IOC for recognising the immense value that squash brings to the Olympic Games. Squash’s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games will help the IOC and LA28 advance the mission to “deliver an unparalleled experience” for athletes, fans, and the entire sports community. Already with millions of everyday participants and fans around the world, inclusion in the Olympics will extend the reach of the sport to new audiences and inspire players and fans globally. Not only will squash leave a positive and lasting legacy in the Los Angeles community, today’s historic news will also provide rich motivation to Irish squash players and rejuvenate squash on the island of Ireland!
Irish Squash, The World Squash Federation (WSF) and the Professional Squash Association (PSA) welcome the decision by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to officially select squash for inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games sports programme.
This significant decision provides squash’s world-class athletes the opportunity to compete on the biggest sporting stage in the world, with two medal events – men’s and women’s singles competitions.
WSF President Zena Wooldridge said “on behalf of the entire global squash community, I would like to express my immense delight at squash’s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games. Squash is an amazingly dynamic, diverse, and demanding sport that is perfectly suited for the Olympic Games”.
Irish Squash Chief Executive Scott Graham also welcomed the monumental inclusion of squash in the Olympics. He noted “squash is an exciting and diverse sport which deserves its place at the games”, he further added that “this news is particularly exciting for Irish Squash and our crop of talented budding stars and is sure to inspire more youngsters across the island of Ireland to join their local club and try their hand at squash”. While Irish Squash president Rosie Barry, remarked “this is a momentous day for squash players worldwide. Now is the time to believe in our big dreams of competing on the Olympics world stage. Heartfelt thanks to the WSF, PSA and US Squash for their effective work in promoting squash and ensuring its inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games”.
Squash has been lobbying tirelessly for a place at the Olympics so its upcoming inclusion is a major milestone for the sport on a global scale which will act as catalyst to increase the awareness and participation in truly global sport, suitable for all ages. As such, squash’s core values of inclusion, integrity and innovation align with those of the Olympic Games, and through today’s announcement, a new era of squash is born.
Regarding high-performance athletes, PSA Chief Executive Alex Gough explained “our athletes have worked tirelessly to earn this recognition and we are grateful for the opportunity to see them compete for glory at the LA28 Olympic Games. This inclusion marks a significant milestone in squash’s journey, and I look forward to watching our players inspire the world with their incredible skill and athleticism on the biggest stage of all.”
Additional details on the LA28 Olympic Games sporting schedule will be announced by the LA28 Organising Committee.
The entire Irish Squash community expressed their sincere gratitude to the Organising Committee of the LA28 Olympic Games and the IOC for recognising the immense value that squash brings to the Olympic Games. Squash’s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games will help the IOC and LA28 advance the mission to “deliver an unparalleled experience” for athletes, fans, and the entire sports community. Already with millions of everyday participants and fans around the world, inclusion in the Olympics will extend the reach of the sport to new audiences and inspire players and fans globally. Not only will squash leave a positive and lasting legacy in the Los Angeles community, today’s historic news will also provide rich motivation to Irish squash players and rejuvenate squash on the island of Ireland!
It’s official! Squash is an Olympic Sport!
In a very welcome development, we are delighted to announce that squash has been ratified as a sport for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games by the IOC following an IOC session in Mumbai this morning!
This is a truly exciting and significant milestone for the entire sport, which we hope will kickstart the rejuvenation of squash worldwide and fend off charges from other fast-growing racquet sports! This announcement serves to be the turning point for the game of squash in its quest to sit at the top table of international sport and this news is very much welcomed by the The WSF and PSA.
The finer details will later be ironed out, but for now, Men’s and women’s singles will their bow at the LA28 Olympic games!
A massive well-done to the WSF and all involved who turned this dream for many squash enthusiasts into a reality.
Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more information as we embark upon a fantastic journey across the Olympic movement.
To read more about the process please read: here
It’s official! Squash is an Olympic Sport!
In a very welcome development, we are delighted to announce that squash has been ratified as a sport for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games by the IOC following an IOC session in Mumbai this morning!
This is a truly exciting and significant milestone for the entire sport, which we hope will kickstart the rejuvenation of squash worldwide and fend off charges from other fast-growing racquet sports! This announcement serves to be the turning point for the game of squash in its quest to sit at the top table of international sport and this news is very much welcomed by the The WSF and PSA.
The finer details will later be ironed out, but for now, Men’s and women’s singles will their bow at the LA28 Olympic games!
A massive well-done to the WSF and all involved who turned this dream for many squash enthusiasts into a reality.
Thank you for your support and stay tuned for more information as we embark upon a fantastic journey across the Olympic movement.
To read more about the process please read: here
REMINDER to celebrate WORLD SQUASH DAY on Saturday October 14th and help promote both your club and our great game of Squash, IRISH SQUASH urge you to organise a day of activity in your squash club. The message is simple: Let’s all focus on a day of Fun For Everyone.
We also encourage you to fundraise for a local charity during your event, to engage the event with your local community.
This is an opportunity to bring your club together and also to promote the club and Squash to the community in your area.
So please organise play in your club on Saturday the 14th of October.
Irish Squash particularly encourages you to organise play for juniors in your club/community, even if they have never played before.
*Promote the event on your club’s social media platform with the WSD logo & the hashtag #squashfun on every post.
Squash is rated one of the healthiest sports for players of all ages. Squash burns around 900 calories per hour and the health benefits can last a lifetime for those who continue playing into their 40s, 50s and 60s.
Ideas for Play
IRISH SQUASH IS RUNNING A COMPETITION FOR THE CLUB WHO RUNS THE BEST WORLD SQUASH DAY ACTIVITIES
TO ENTER
PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLUB
The judges decision will be final, with no appeal allowed. They will decide on the winning club entry, based on the quality of the activity and number of participants, particularly number of Juniors – a group picture of all participants, with someone holding a sign reading – ‘World Squash Day 2023’ is mandatory, otherwise the entry will not be accepted.
REMINDER to celebrate WORLD SQUASH DAY on Saturday October 14th and help promote both your club and our great game of Squash, IRISH SQUASH urge you to organise a day of activity in your squash club. The message is simple: Let’s all focus on a day of Fun For Everyone.
We also encourage you to fundraise for a local charity during your event, to engage the event with your local community.
This is an opportunity to bring your club together and also to promote the club and Squash to the community in your area.
So please organise play in your club on Saturday the 14th of October.
Irish Squash particularly encourages you to organise play for juniors in your club/community, even if they have never played before.
*Promote the event on your club’s social media platform with the WSD logo & the hashtag #squashfun on every post.
Squash is rated one of the healthiest sports for players of all ages. Squash burns around 900 calories per hour and the health benefits can last a lifetime for those who continue playing into their 40s, 50s and 60s.
Ideas for Play
IRISH SQUASH IS RUNNING A COMPETITION FOR THE CLUB WHO RUNS THE BEST WORLD SQUASH DAY ACTIVITIES
TO ENTER
PRIZE FOR THE WINNING CLUB
The judges decision will be final, with no appeal allowed. They will decide on the winning club entry, based on the quality of the activity and number of participants, particularly number of Juniors – a group picture of all participants, with someone holding a sign reading – ‘World Squash Day 2023’ is mandatory, otherwise the entry will not be accepted.
In the Men’s event Sam Buckley and Conor Moran (pictured on the left with Lee Healy) made the final once more. On this occasion Sam won 11-5,17-15,11-8.
