Irish Squash Federation Ltd

Friday, January 8, 2016 to Saturday, January 9, 2016Tournament days

• FRI08JAN
• SAT09JAN

Irish Squash Federation Ltd

Friday, January 8, 2016 to Saturday, January 9, 2016Tournament days

• FRI08JAN
• SAT09JAN

Irish Squash Federation Ltd

Tournament days

Friday, January 15, 2016 to Saturday, January 16, 2016

• FRI15JAN
• SAT16JAN

For all results from the IRISH JUNIOR OPEN see HERE. 

Madeline Perry Testimonial

Irish Squash are delighted with the successful testimonial event that was hosted in Fitzwilliam LTC on Saturday November 22^nd. The day started with a Junior Clinic run by Madeline and her good friend, Alison Waters (current world number 7). Six promising juniors from the Mount Pleasant stable were put through their paces by the 2 women for an intense 80 minutes. The juniors worked hard and thoroughly enjoyed the experience of being coached by 2 top female athletes who were impressed by how quickly their tips were put  into practice by the players.

Squash supporters from all over the country (Belfast to Castleisland) had travelled to see our most successful female player ever in action in 2 exhibition matches. Looking as fit as ever, Madeline firstly took on Sarah Jane Perry (no relation!) from Birmingham, current world number 12. It was a closely contested affair with remarkable athleticism and skilful play from both women. Our number 1 player emerged victorious in 4 sets after a genuinely competitive match.

Madeline paired up with Derek Ryan (former world number 7) against Sarah Jane and Brian Byrne (current Irish number 2) in the mixed doubles event. The first set was an amazing display of speed and agility around the court by all 4 players; the second set was highlighted by the dexterity and shot-making skills of each player. It was a truly entertaining display of top class squash and fittingly, Madeline and Derek were worthy winners.

A buffet meal was then served to a crowded dining room with entertainment in the form of goodwill messages from around the world to Madeline on video- Jenny Duncalf, Sarah Kippax, Alison Waters, Aisling Blake and Nicol David being the main contributors.

Mark Kelly, CEO of Squash Link, the charity partner for the testimonial, spoke about his aim of developing an urban squash program in Dublin which combines squash coaching with educational mentoring and support for disadvantaged schoolchildren. He thanked Madeline for her support of the charity as it kick starts its activities at ESB Sportsco in Dublin 2.

Gar Holohan, President of Irish Squash, congratulated Madeline on her stellar career: winning the 2008 British Open (beating Nicol David in the quarter finals), winning the Australian Open in 2010, reaching number 3 in the world in 2011, accumulating 15 Irish National titles and finishing with a win at her last event as a professional player, the 2015 Irish Open.

Gar then conducted an auction of sporting memorabilia, concert tickets, fine wines and much more which was well supported by local bidders and online contributions.

Finally, Madeline spoke about her pride in her achievements as a squash player which she had not given much consideration to beforehand, but was brought home to her in front of the crowd of wellwishers in attendance at the testimonial. She thanked her family and all those who had supported her throughout her career.

Thankfully, Madeline has not retired from domestic squash and will be available for selection on the Irish team for some time yet.

Irish Squash wish her every success in the next phase of her career.

Madeline has been Ireland’s most successful women’s player, having played professionally since 1999. She reached a career high world ranking of Number 3 in 2010. She stayed top 10 in the world rankings for most of her professional career, right up to her retirement this year. She played for IRELAND over 130 times and won a silver and bronze medal with Ireland in the European Team Championships within the last 3 years, along with Laura Mylotte, Ciara Moloney & Aisling Blake.

Indeed she is one of Ireland’s most successful Sportswomen and has been a monthly winner of the Irish Times Sportswomen Awards 8 times out the last 10 years. She won the award for May this year, having won the Irish Open again (for the 6th time) in April and the European Bronze. In February she won her 15th national title, a truly amazing achievement.

Saturday 21st November @ Fitzwilliam LTC, Dublin is the date & venue. A match vs the World No. 12 Sarah Jane Perry of England is the main event, with a mixed doubles match, also involving Brian Byrne & Derek Ryan, taking place after the singles game. All the squash is followed by a buffet meal with the evening finished off with a auction of sporting memorabilia.

Tickets are €30/£25 and can purchased at the desk in Fitzwilliam

After the squash and the meal on Saturday evening at 7.30/8pm, an auction will be held with an array of sporting items signed by some of the top squash players in the world and some of Ireland’s top sports stars, including Johnny Sexton, Padraig Harrington & Rory McIlroy. We also have some weekend breaks in Belfast along with some cherised concert tickets and much more. Details below.

Leinster Senior Open 2015

Live Streaming HERE

Draws/Results HERE

With 10 Irish Juniors playing in Herentals, in the Flemish part of Belgium this weekend – 6-8th Nov ’15, they included;

The Irish players all did superbly. Ireland had 3 podiums – Conor Moran won the Boys U15 without dropping a set, Alex Smith got to the final of the U13 where he did very well but just lost out and Luke Logan came 3rd in the U17’s. Another 3 players got top 10. So well done to all the Irish Players.

FULL RESULTS: HERE

Picture of the 3 Boys – L/R – Luke, Alex & Conor, who got podium with their coach Eoin Ryan.

Come back later for many more pictures of all the players.

Check on IRISH SQUASH Twitter & Facebook pages for posts & pictures from the tournament.