News and Updates - 10/11/22 |
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Hello from Massachusetts Squash! Here\'s the latest on all things squash related in the Boston area. |
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MA SQUASH NEEDS AN ACCOUNTANT! |
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MA Squash is looking to hire an accountant/accounting firm. We would like help with normal filings at the end of our fiscal year, as well as any other accounting issue that may arise from time to time. Must be proficient in Quickbooks. If you or someone you know might be interested, please contact John Dell'Erario at silverhillcap@gmail.com
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DUAL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SQUASH LEAGUE |
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Have a teenager (grades 8-12) interested in participating in the new Dual County Public School Squash League??
Co-ed teams are being formed at Lincoln-Sudbury, Concord-Carlisle, and Acton-Boxborough for starters. Waivers for those from nearby towns may be possible. November 30 through March 1. All skill levels welcome!
Contact: Gary Gargan (head pro) gary@squashwest.com or John Bleuer (owner) john@squashwest.com; or call the office at 978 897-2972.
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JUNIOR ROUND ROBIN IS BACK! |
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The next MASQUASH Junior Round Robin program will be held on October 16th
MASQUASH is pleased to announce the resumption of our Junior Round Robin program for the 2022-23 season. Please visit our updated posting on the MASQUASH website for details about the program, dates, and registration info.
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RAISE A RACQUET: LYNCH/VAN OTTERLOO YMCA SQUASH FUNDRAISING EVENT |
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The Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA is pleased to bring back our in-person Squash Fundraising event - Raise a Racquet! This is an excellent opportunity to socialize at the pre and post-tournament gatherings, play and watch some great squash, and raise money for a good cause. This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, October 14 & Saturday, October 15.
Raise a Racquet is not only a celebration of the squash community but a pivotal fundraiser to support our Y mission. This year, the goal is to raise $20,000 for our Y’s Annual Campaign, allowing us to continue to serve the growing needs of our community. These Annual Campaign funds allow our Y to provide financial assistance to ensure that every family, regardless of the ability to pay, has access to all the Y has to offer, including membership, child care, and camp. This year our Y is on pace to provide over $700,000 in Financial Assistance support to those who need our services!
How can you support Raise a Racquet
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Register here: this year, we are asking for a suggested minimum donation of $100 per player. We are maxed at a 40-player capacity, so please sign up early to ensure your spot. This year we will be opening up the Event to players from outside our Y, so if you have friends you want to invite to participate, feel free!
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Donate: Unable to play this year, but still want to contribute? Click here to donate or learn about Sponsorship opportunities.
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Silent Auction: is going live online today! We have some great auction items like Disney on Ice tickets, Wine Baskets, and a Fly Fishing experience!
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Providence Squash is excited to announce the Rhode Island Open the weekend of November 11 - November 13. This event is open to all levels and we would love to see you all there. The tournament provides a great opportunity to get some great competitive matches as the season begins, coupled with watching some world class squash where we will host a PSA $20K event alongside (top seed is ranked #15 in the world)
The entry fee of $60 will include
Free entry to watch the PSA event
Tournament shirt
Guaranteed 3 matches
Food Saturday a.m & evening + sunday a.m
A great time!
To enter simply click the link below and for any Qs please don't hesitate to reach out on info@pvdsquash.com
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Groton Junior Gold
Thanks to Groton School for hosting the 2002 Groton Gold, November 25-27.
The sign up for the event is now posted on the US Squash tournament page with all divisions and information.
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St. Sebastian's in Needham is looking for a Squash Coach to help build the program. The school has 6 brand new courts with solid interest within the student body. The squash season runs December through February, with a time slot of 2-5pm. St. Sebastian's is part of the ISL. The position comes with a stipend, and an opportunity to host outside tournaments.
The St. Sebastian's squash program began as a club sport in 2001 and has evolved into an interscholastic sport serving players at multiple levels. With the opening of the West Campus Center in 2019, St. Sebastian's now hosts six state of the art courts as part of the new squash complex. Players at both the high school and middle school level compete against other programs in the Independent School League and at the NEPSAC level.
To apply, or for more information, please contact athletic director Jon Bartlett, jon_bartlett@stsebs.org
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The Lynch van Otterloo YMCA in Marblehead is seeking a self-motivated part time Squash Coordinator who is excited to grow and build a dynamic community squash program as part of our greater YMCA community. The ideal candidate is motivated to build our community squash program by engaging squash enthusiasts of all levels through lessons, leagues, tournaments and building a youth squash program. This person should be eager to work with all members of the Lynch Van Otterloo YMCA community to grow and sustain a vibrant squash program.
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If you are interested in exploring squash pro opportunities, please contact
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LearnSquash is looking to hire contract squash professionals to teach private and semi-private lessons in their programs that are run out of the Winsor School in Boston. LearnSquash is looking mainly for part-time pros, but there may be a need for a full time pro as well. Competitive pay. All those interested should contact Cliff Wenn, LearnSquash, Director at - info@learnsquash.com.
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The Dexter Southfield School is offering competitive and development junior squash clinics every day during the fall along with a Sunday Series Group match play session in a condensed tournament format. Program info and pricing can be found HERE. Please reach out to the squash director, Dan Roberts, with any additional questions
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Junior Squash Clinics are available at Milton Academy on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-7 pm. Beginner to intermediate level and typically lower/middle school age. Private lessons are available as well. For further information contact Morgan Poor.
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Junior Clinics:
Sundays
- 9:00-10:00am: Beginner to Intermediate Clinic, ages 6-9yrs
- 10:00-11:00am: Beginner to Advanced Beginner Clinic #1, ages 10-18yrs
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11:00-12:00pm: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate Clinic#2, ages 10-18yrs
- 12:00-1:00pm: (NEW) Intermediate+ Clinic#3, ages 10-18yrs
- 1:00-2:00pm: (NEW) Adults Beginner to Intermediate, ages 18+
Private or Semi-private lessons (Adults & Juniors, 45 min slots)
- Saturdays - 10:30-5:30pm
- Sundays - 9:30am-5:30pm
Email us to inquire about booking a lesson. There is currently a waitlist for private lessons.
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Squash Journey—lessons & clinics at Tufts University
Are you looking to balance mental & physical well-being in squash? Tufts University’s new assistant coach Alex Grayson is offering lessons to beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. Group clinics will be available in the coming weeks. Using the new 8 court facility on campus in Somerville/Medford, lessons and clinics will build a range of skills from mindfulness, mobility, and technique, to conditioning, recovery, and performance analysis. For more information, check out squashjourney.com or email Alex with any questions.
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Squash Clinics at NTA/Cross Courts Squash & Fitness
Fall clinics are underway at the Nick Taylor Academy for juniors of all levels. *Note that Membership to Cross Courts Squash & Fitness is required to sign up for these sessions.
Private lessons are also available to all levels of players, whether you’re new to the game or want to take your game to the next level.
For more information, check out their program page here.
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Led by Harvard Varsity Coaches, Next Step Squash continues to offer junior clinics. Beginners/novice group: Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:15pm, Intermediate and advanced: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:15pm, Saturday Round Robins once a month for both groups.
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SAVE THE DATE: HOWE CUP NOV 4-6 |
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The US Squash Women's Team Championships, aka the Howe Cup, is the country's largest squash event for women -- and the most fun! The singles tournament pits teams of five players from a city or region against other teams from across the country and Canada in A, B, C and D draws.
WHEN
Friday, 11/4 - Sunday, 11/6
*** must be prepared to play at 12pm on Friday morning until 4pm on Sunday
WHERE
Arlen Specter US Squash Center
25 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA
COST
$205 per person (will be partially or fully subsidized by MA Squash depending on number of Boston players)
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