Coaches and Pros

US Squash Announces Coach Pass Certification Program

As squash has expanded in the U.S. in the past decade, so has the need for high-quality qualified coaches to help sustain and continue this growth in a safe and healthy way. The coaching...

US Squash Launches New Universal Squash Rating Junior Circuit

US Squash has created the Universal Squash Rating (USR) Junior Circuit—a category of accredited junior tournaments based on player ratings to establish a broadly accessible competitive environment for all youth squash players. USR Circuit...

Train-a-Trainer Program Lays Foundation for PlayLA Initiative

The Train-a-Trainer program--focused on converting squash players into Start Squash Certified coaches in one day--launched its second program nationwide in Los Angeles Saturday, September 17, laying the groundwork for a youth squash initiative set...

John Musto Appointed Chair of US Squash Masters Committee

US Squash has appointed John Musto, currently the Director of Squash at Open Squash in New York City, as the chair of the US Squash Masters Committee. Musto is a multiple-time U.S. Masters champion,...

Bob Hanscom, Godfather of California Squash, Dies

Bob Hanscom, a legendary leader of squash, died on May 31, 2022 at the age of eighty-six. A memorial service was held on July 9 in Pasadena, CA. Hanscom grew up in New England. He...

2022-2023 National Championships Schedule Released

US Squash has announced a preliminary schedule of national championships for the 2022-2023 season. Additional information including confirmed locations will be released in the coming months. Adult 2022 U.S. Skill Level Championships, Philadelphia PA –...

Junior Policy Update: March 2022

Two years ago, US Squash took the step to pause accredited competition and postpone all U.S. Championships due to the accelerating COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, players and families have engaged in the return-to-competition process...

Updates to COVID-19 Guidelines for Accredited Competitions

US Squash is committed as an organization to providing opportunities for our community to engage with the sport. This commitment is predicated on continued updates to risk-mitigation protocols as new information becomes available, and...

National Interscholastic Team Squash Championships to Expand Team Squash Opportunities

The National Interscholastic Team Squash Championships returns for its second iteration, with the 2022 event increasing access for players through non-traditional team formats. The Interscholastics will be held January 28-30 at the Arlen Specter...

College Squash Association and US Squash Host College Recruitment Forum

The College Squash Association and US Squash hosted a joint forum addressing the state of college squash and recruiting ahead of the 2021-2022 season Wednesday, September 8. The forum featured a panel of four...