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Inclusivity drive leads to double awards success for Glasgow squash club

Glasgow University Squash Club has become a double award winning club after putting fun and inclusivity at the heart of their strategy. The student body was named Scottish Squash Club of the Year in September having already fought off stiff…
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Period poverty – Scottish Squash’s mission to raise awareness and tackle a taboo

Do you know what period poverty is? It’s the lack of access to sanitary products, menstrual hygiene education, toilets, handwashing facilities and waste management. Did you know that as many as 3 in 10 people in Scotland cannot afford…
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Coach of the Year – ‘early signs encouraging’ as players return to training

After six months away from court, award winning squash coach Martin Woods has been encouraged by the early signs from his charges during the return to training. Martin coaches players from all age groups at both Scotstoun Sports Campus and…
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Edinburgh to host 2021 European Masters Championships

Scottish Squash is delighted to announce that it has been successful in its bid to host the 2021 European Masters Championships. The tournament is one of the most popular and well attended events in the squash calendar, traditionally attracting…
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Scottish Squash extend partnership with Total Teamware Ltd

Scottish Squash has agreed an extension to the agreement with kit supplier Total Teamware Ltd (TTL) which will see Joma branded playing and training gear continuing to be worn by Scotland players and coaches during major international events. The…
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Scottish Squash Coronavirus/COVID19

Following a formal communication sent to the First Minister on the morning of 30th July 2020 from 32 individual Scottish Governing Bodies of Sport (SGB), the SGB CEO Forum welcomes the recognition by the First Minister of the requirement to move forward the re-opening of sports facilities.
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Prepare for a return to squash

As squash players across Scotland eagerly anticipate a return to court in the near future, it's imperative players at all levels are fully prepared. After many frustrating months off court the last thing you want to do is get injured on…
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Transition from IT specialist to squash coach ‘an easy decision’ – James Singh

Giffnock’s James Singh worked as an IT specialist but when the opportunity arose to switch career and become a full-time squash coach, he didn’t hesitate to make the transition. James was a junior player at Giffnock Tennis Squash &…
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Friend first, coach second – Jane Martin’s holistic approach to coaching

As a player Jane Martin was one of the best, reaching a career high world ranking of eight back in the 1990s. A born and bred Geordie with working class roots, Jane represented England at numerous levels competing at Commonwealth Games,…
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Meet Cara Shearer – Club Development Officer (Women & Girls)

The world may feel like it has ground to a standstill but Scottish Squash are continuing to looks at ways to grow our sport. We are at the beginning of a new strategic plan - A Sport For Health - where the main development aims are to bring…
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Jamie savours Giffnock’s first national title

Giffnock Tennis Squash & Hockey Club have been confirmed as the 2019/20 Scottish Squash Men's National League champions for the very first time. The Glasgow southsiders were the outstanding club this season going unbeaten throughout…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) – guidelines

Following the current guidance from UK Government, Scottish Squash Platinum competitions currently scheduled will be going ahead as planned. However due to the fast-changing nature of this issue please be aware that this could change and…
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Sterling Trucks Scottish National Championships a ‘unique challenge’ for Rowan Niven

Teenager Rowan Niven says competing at the Sterling Trucks Scottish National Championships next month represents a unique challenge for Scotland's junior players. The 14-year-old is in the women's draw alongside six-time PSA Tour winner…
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2020 Scottish Junior National Championships – Boys’ Round-Up

Bridge of Allan's Kyle Penman produced some brilliant squash in Aberdeen last weekend to secure a rare double at the 2020 Scottish Junior National Championships. The 14-year-old won all eight of his matches to secure gold in the BU15 and…
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2020 Scottish Junior National Championships – Girls’ Round-Up

Lucy Murchie secured her first ever under-19 Scottish Junior National title on Sunday after a thrilling comeback win over Beth Moglia at Aberdeen Squash & Racketball Club. The 16-year-old came into this year's tournament full of confidence…