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• Moneyball – The Economics of Professional Squash
  February 26, 2026
  Despite the reputation squash has as a fairly niche sport, there's no denying that professional squash has definitely grown over the past decade.
• The Power of Pace
  February 26, 2026
  I think I've talked about pace in past articles; however, I've been thinking about it a lot more than usual recently.
• Tips & Drills For Beating The Mid-Season Slump
  January 9, 2026
  It's the time again where we all have to come back after the mid-season break.
• PSA Mid-Season Review & Second-Half Predictions
  January 9, 2026
  First of all, I hope you had a great Christmas and received all the new squash kit you wanted!
• Amina Orfi: Shaping the Future of Squash
  January 9, 2026
  I recently wrote a player profile on England's Jonah Bryant, and it really got me thinking about the future of squash and what it might look like.

Squash Mad

• Scotland’s Gregg Lobban to switch allegiances to Australia for LA Olympic squash bid
  February 25, 2026 by Squash Mad staff
  Scotland No.1 Greg Lobban is applying for Australian citizenship as he bids to reach the LA 2028 Olympics and admitted to an “incredibly hard decision”. Scottish Squash said the world No.22 had officially entered the process of obtaining Australian citizenship by opting out of the upcoming European Team Championships. It comes 25 years after fellow […]
• Egyptians top draws for El Gouna International Squash
  February 25, 2026 by Squash Mad staff
  The draws for the El Gouna International Squash Open 2026 have been released, with two-time winner and defending champion Mostafa Asal topping the men’s draw and 2022 champion Hania El Hammamy leading the women’s draw. The event will see 32 male and female players compete for the season’s final Platinum title in the 14th men’s […]
• World Squash extends Dunlop deal
  February 24, 2026 by Squash Mad staff
  World Squash is delighted to announce the renewal of its partnership with Dunlop. Dunlop, a partner of World Squash throughout its almost 60 years, will remain the official ball of World Squash Championships, Continental Championships and Continental Games through 2028. The agreement will also see the development of a new range of Dunlop Development Rackets […]
• Hats a victory! Victor Crouin puts on best in show at Texas Squash Open
  February 17, 2026 by Squash Mad staff
  World No.7 Victor Crouin produced the best run of his career to land the Gold-level Texas Open with a fine display over Diego Elias in Houston. Meanwhile world No.2 Nour ElSherbini continued her winning run over Olivia Weaver as the American just fell short of turning a major corner against the Egyptian. No.4 seed Crouin […]
• Squash great Rachael Grinham mulls LA Olympic 2028 tilt
  February 13, 2026 by Squash Mad staff
  Australian squash great Rachael Grinham says she is weighing up a stunning bid to compete at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, conceding her chances are “pretty slim” but refusing to rule out one last tilt at the sport’s biggest new stage. Squash will make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Games, opening the door for […]

US Squash

• Rye and Greenwich Set to Host Ninetieth National Doubles
  February 27, 2026 by Chris McClintick
  The ninetieth edition of the National Doubles will be held in Rye, New York and Greenwich, Connecticut, this weekend, February 27-29, at the Apawamis Club, Westchester Country Club, Round Hill Club, Field Club of Greenwich and GWC Squash House. Follow live streaming on the US Squash Youtube Channel and live scores the National Doubles tournament […]
• Black History Month Profile: Makyla Kelley
  February 27, 2026 by Chris McClintick
  February is Black History Month in the United States–a month honoring the achievements, culture and history of Black people and the African diaspora. US Squash and the College Squash Association are celebrating by sharing stories and profiles of squash players and coaches in the U.S. squash community who have created a legacy and inspired others […]
• U.S. Championships Return to Specter Center April 29-May 2
  February 27, 2026 by Chris McClintick
  The 2026 Desai Family U.S. Women’s and S.L.Green U.S. Men’s Championships will be held April 29-May 2 at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center in Philadelphia. The nation’s top squash professionals will compete for the title of U.S. national champion, and the chance to etch their names in history on the Desai Family Trophy and […]
• Rally Roundup – February/March 2026
  February 26, 2026
   
• 716 Squash Seeks Squash Coordinator
  February 25, 2026 by Chris McClintick
  716 Squash Squash Coordinator 716 Squash seeks an experienced squash player and/or youth coach with an interest in youth development to be the Squash Coordinator at Buffalo’s squash and education program. 716 Squash empowers youth in Buffalo through education, mentoring, and health and wellness opportunities, to build transformational relationships within the community. The Squash Coordinator […]

Squash Canada

• Five Years Strong the 2026 AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Open Returns to Calgary’s Core This Week (March 2 – 6)
  February 27, 2026 by Simone Visram
  The AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Open 2026 kicks off this coming Monday, March 2 – 6, marking a milestone fifth year of world‑class professional squash inside Calgary’s Bow Valley Square. Following the excitement of the Canadian Women’s Open earlier this season in Toronto, attention now turns west as Calgary welcomes some of the sport’s biggest stars and rising […]
• Call for Certified Coaches
  February 24, 2026 by Simone Visram
  Squash Canada has multiple upcoming coach opportunities and invites applications for these positions. Please apply by the following deadline – March 15, 2026. Squash Canada is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equal opportunity high performance coaching environment. All qualified coaches will receive consideration for engagement without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, […]
• Chris Truswell to Join LA28 Olympic Games as Squash Sport Manager
  February 13, 2026 by Simone Visram
  Squash Canada and World Squash are pleased to share that Chris Truswell, currently Director of Events at Squash Canada, has been hired as the Squash Sport Manager for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games (LA28). This role will see Truswell lead the planning and operational delivery of squash’s historic Olympic debut at LA28. He will collaborate closely with international and national governing […]
• Marwan ‘the Jackal’ ElShorbagy to Headline 2026 AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Open
  February 13, 2026 by Simone Visram
  Following the Canadian Women’s Open earlier in the 2025 – 2026 season in Toronto, its companion event, the 2026 AirSprint Private Aviation Canadian Men’s Open returns to Calgary for its fifth year, March 2 – 6 at Bow Valley Square.  This PSA Bronze Tour event will see five players ranked inside the PSA World Top 25, led by top seed Marwan ElShorbagy, a former World No. 3 and current World No. 7. […]
• Squash Canada Thanks Samantha Cornett as She Concludes Her Leadership Role
  February 5, 2026 by Simone Visram
  Squash Canada announces that Samantha Cornett will conclude her role as Director of Athlete Development at the end of March 2026, as she steps into a new professional chapter in a club coach capacity. While her time in this leadership position is coming to a close, Samantha’s connection to Squash Canada and her impact on […]