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Rory Richmond steps out comfort zone during new fitness drive

Edinburgh junior Rory Richmond is using his time away from a squash court to get into peak fitness in preparation for a return to the sport. The 15-year-old admits he's really missing being on court but aims to be in the best possible position…
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Starlet Anna champions healthy mindset during Mental Health Awareness Week

She's just at the beginning of her squash career but rising talent Anna Halliday already knows the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset. Under normal circumstances, the 14-year-old can be seen on the squash courts at Bridge of Allan…
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Georgia sets out roadmap to Birmingham 2022

Georgia Adderley remains focused on her long-term ambitions as squash players remain off tour due to the global pandemic. The Scot saw her season come to a premature end in March following the Sterling Trucks Scottish National Championships,…
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The Sunday Feature with Alison Thomson

Alison Thomson was in Canada competing in back-to-back PSA Challenger events when it became apparent that a new reality was dawning. Having competed in Calgary the week before, she had made the trip across to Regina to play in the Queen…
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Alasdair Prott aims to maintain good form after lockdown

Inverness squash player Alasdair Prott is hoping to pick up where he left off when lockdown is eventually lifted and squash players are allowed back on court. The 18-year-old had been in great form before sport across the globe came to a…
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The Great Gadsby comeback

It's January 2018 and Claire Gadsby is back on court a year after seriously injuring her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). She’s competing in the same tournament, on the same court against the same opponent. Gut-wrenchingly, it's the…
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A day in the life of a squash couple – in lockdown

Scotland's number one male squash player Greg Lobban was back in his home city of Inverness when news of the lockdown measures were announced on March 23. Since then Greg has been in the family home with his mum and dad, their dog Barney…

COVID-19: The Scottish Squash toolkit

We continue to live in unprecedented times as the whole country and many parts of the world take measures to combat coronavirus/COVID-19 . Please read our most recent COVID-19 guidance note (July 9) here. The way we go about our everyday…
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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…

March 2020 News Update

This month's Newsletter has details of another impressive display by Greg Lobban on the PSA World Tour and a round-up of the 2020 Sterling Trucks Scottish National Championships. Elsewhere, we ask the Scottish squash community to complete…
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Impressive Clyne and Aitken retain Sterling Truck National titles

Top seeds Lisa Aitken and Alan Clyne retained their Sterling Trucks Scottish National Championship titles on Sunday after convincing performances at Edinburgh Sports Club. For Alan, it was a remarkable 10th title overall and seventh in a…
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Nine-time national champion Alan Clyne set for challenging title defence

Alan Clyne is hopeful of adding to his record nine national titles at Edinburgh Sports Club (ESC) this weekend but admits close friend Greg Lobban goes in as tournament favourite. Last year Clyne secured a sixth consecutive national title…
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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…