Squash Australia has slammed the social media abuse directed at junior players, tournament referees and officials during the recent Australian Junior Open in Melbourne. Squash Australia CEO Robert Donaghue strongly condemned the recent abuse and reinforces SqA’s commitment to stamping out the behaviour and ensuring the safety of participants, particularly children. “It is unacceptable that […] The post Squash Australia slams social media abouse aimed at juniors and referees appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Egyptian duo Mostafa Asal and Nouran Gohar were crowned Black Ball Squash Open 2024 champions after defeating Ali Farag and Olivia Weaver in their respective finals in Cairo on Tuesday. No.2 seed Asal claimed his second title of the season after taking down World No.1 Farag in a superb four-game performance, while top seed Gohar […] The post Black Ball Squash Open 2024: Mostafa Asal and Nouran Gohar take titles appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Thomas and Patrick Bedore became the first father and son to win US Masters titles together in the 112-year history of the National Singles. Four players –including Dominic Hughes, Richard Chin, Steven Baicker-Mckee and Thomas Bedore – extended their title streaks at the event this month. Ten national champions–including four first-time champions–were crowned in age […] The post Father and son create US Masters Squash title history appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Singapore Squash has appointed Jamie Hickox, the former World No.15, as its new National Head Coach.  Hickox’s biggest coaching successes came in his time in Malaysia in 2006-2010, where he served as the National Head Coach, overseeing the development and success of a diverse roster of athletes. Amongst the athletes under his care were Nicol […] The post Singapore Squash signs Jamie Hickox as national coach appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Surrey led the way at the 2024 Junior Inter County Championships finals after securing four impressive titles in Sheffield. The county claimed both U13 titles, as well as victories in the BU17 and BU19 categories. It was also a successful tournament for Hampshire, who earned two titles of their own, whilst Yorkshire, Warwickshire, and Sussex […] The post Surrey leave 2024 Junior Inter County Championships with four titles appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Miguel Rodriguez won an incredible rally after losing his shoe during a mighty battle at the Black Ball Squash Open to reach the quarter-finals in Cairo. The Colombian cannonball prevailed 11-9, 11-6, 4-11, 6-11, 11-5 over 85 minutes in his round two match, winning in borrowed kit against home hope Tarek Momen after losing his […] The post Miguel Rodriguez wins epic point after losing his shoe mid rally appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Abbeydale Squash and Fitness Club has been named Club of the Year by England Squash, one of nine winners announced by the national governing body in its annual awards. Abbeydale was praised for their work to improve inclusivity in the sport, raising female participation through a number of initiatives and targeted programmes. This has led […] The post England Squash praise award winners ‘changing people’s lives through the sport’ appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Tania Bailey will take charge of England’s bid for European Team Championships glory in May. England will be aiming for a repeat of last year’s men’s and women’s double gold to capture the prestigious titles for the 44th and 43rd time, respectively, in Zurich from May 1-4. World No.6 and recent German Open winner Gina […] The post Marwan ElShorbagy to make England debut at European Squash Champs appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

World Squash has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of top-tier International Olympic Committee sponsor Alibaba Group, to further develop the sport and champion environmentally responsible sports practices.  WSF is set to harness Hangzhou-based Alibaba Cloud’s cloud and AI technologies to augment content, management and commercialisation. Moreover, […] The post World Squash signs deal with Alibaba Cloud appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more

Cornell University graduates Sivasangari Subramaniam and Veer Chotrani have recently highlighted the success of this Ivy League squash programme. Veer Chotrani, from India, was recently crowned the 2024 Men’s National Individual Collegiate Champion, beating Mohamed Sharaf of Trinity Collge in the final, (2023 Champion). Veer had a stunning 23-24 season, remaining unbeaten and also being […] The post The rise of the Cornell squash programme, which blooded Sivasangari Subramaniam appeared first on Squash Mad ..read more