SquashSA Anouncements

Matrix Graded Event, 17 October at Next Generation

2010-09-28T09:41:00.000+09:30

Interested in playing a Matrix Graded Event at Next Generation, please click here

Split Round Reminder

2010-09-27T14:01:00.000+09:30

NO MATCHES THIS WEEK UNLESS YOU PLAY MONDAY NIGHTS

Round 9 - 27/9 Monday night matches

Round 9 - 5/10 Tuesday night, 6/10 Wednesday night, 7/10 Thursday night.

Time to Check your Team Order

2010-09-24T16:52:00.001+09:30

It’s that time again, time to re-order your Pennant Teams. Please have a look at the Order of Merit to make sure you are playing in the right team order. Click here

Club Player Rankings Rounds 9 - 12

2010-09-24T16:49:00.000+09:30

To see where you are situated in your Club, check out the latest Club Player Rankings. Click here

2010 Annual Report

2010-09-16T16:19:00.000+09:30

The 2010 Annual Report is now available. To view the document, please click here

2010 AGM Reminder

2010-09-09T15:48:00.001+09:30

The 2010 Annual General Meeting of the Squash Rackets Association of South Australia is fast approaching. All Members and Players are welcome to attend on Monday 20 September at 7.15pm at Racquets SA. For the Official Notice of AGM, please click here.

What Squash SA is D.O.ing for you!

2010-09-07T13:07:00.001+09:30

There has been lots of interest in the new Development Officer positions that have recently been

created at Squash SA. The primary focus of the Development Officer positions is to grow and

maintain a healthy and sustainable squash community with a strong focus on grassroots

participation. For more information, please click here

Squash SA on Pathway to Success

2010-09-03T13:53:00.001+09:30

2010 has already proved to be an exciting year at Squash SA. New staff, new directions, new tournaments and a new attitude for a sport that remains a very popular social and competitive fitness pursuit for all ages across the state.

To continue to ensure a steady stream of champions, Squash SA has totally re-vamped its strategy and will shortly introduce several “Performance Pathway Programs”. The emphasis will be on ‘grass roots’ development and talent identification with qualified coaching, nutrition and sports psychology. Athletes remain well catered for with a series of annual grants available to support them with training, travel & coaching costs for their regular interstate and overseas commitments. Attached to this letter is a copy of the Squash SA ‘Pathways to Success’ Model to be implemented from the 6^th October 2010. To view the Model, please click here.

In May this year, the Board undertook extensive consultation with clubs, parents and athletes to review the existing SAAS (SA Academy of Squash) structure with the outcome being the need to shift the focus to grass roots participation in order to grow the talent pool. Squash SA is dedicated to providing pathways that support South Australian squash athletes to reach their full potential – both on & off the court - and achieve success at a local, state, national and international level.

The State Junior Development Squad will comprise up to 40 male & female athletes from around the state who will be required to attend regular group training sessions. Within the State Junior Development Squad will be the Emerging Athletes Grants Program which will target a total of 8 athletes (male and female) who demonstrate the potential and desire to become a professional. Grants of up to $3,000 per athlete per annum will be available to assist players with intensive coaching, interstate travel and court hire costs. The Talented Athletes Funding Program is for existing professionals and for those making the transition from the ‘Emerging’ to the ‘Talented’ athlete tiers. These players will be eligible to apply for part of a total funding pool of up to $12,000 per annum to assist them with their specific training & travel needs.

Squash SA wishes to thank Geoff Davenport for his years of service in his role as SAAS Head Coach. Geoff will finish his current role with Squash SA at the completion of the Australian Junior Championships held in Alice Springs this year. On behalf of the South Australian squash community we wish Geoff all the best for the future.

Two information sessions will be held to inform members of the changes. These are:

· 7pm, Wednesday, 8 September @ Prince Alfred College (meeting room TBC. Please RSVP)

· 12pm, Sunday, 12 September @ South Adelaide Squash Centre (During Junior Skills Event)

Please ensure you RSVP to either meeting by calling Squash SA on 8277 2522 if you wish to attend.

If you have any questions on the new Squash SA’ Pathways to Success’ Model, please contact the Squash SA Pathways Manager on 8277 2522.

Squash SA on Pathway to Success

2010-09-02T17:09:00.001+09:30

Two information sessions will be held to inform members of the changes. These are:

· 7pm, Wednesday, 8 September @ Prince Alfred College (meeting room TBC. Please RSVP)

· 12pm, Sunday, 12 September @ South Adelaide Squash Centre (During Junior Skills Event)

Please ensure you RSVP to either meeting by calling Squash SA on 8277 2522 if you wish to attend.

If you have any questions on the new Squash SA’ Pathways to Success’ Model, please contact the Squash SA Pathways Manager on 8277 2522.

2010 Spring Pennant Club Rankings, Rounds 5 to 8

2010-08-30T16:05:00.001+09:30

Wondering where you are ranked within your Club, or after a reserve? Have a look at the Current Club Rankings, please click here

2010 Spring Pennant Order of Merit, Round 5 to 8

2010-08-30T15:30:00.001+09:30

Just a reminder that all teams are due for a reorder this week. To see if your team needs to make any changes, have a look at the 2010 Spring Pennant Order of Merit for Rounds 5 to 8, please click here.

2010 Notice of AGM

2010-08-19T09:07:00.001+09:30

World's Best Squash Players Hit Canberra

2010-08-15T21:47:00.006+09:30

Video Highlights of the event can be found here.

The 2010 Austrlalian Open, held in Canberra, has just wrapped up.
Being the largest Squash Event in Australia since 1991, the excitement of having all the best in the world, here in Australia, will take along time to wear off!

2010 Spring Teams/Draws on Matrix

2010-07-22T12:06:00.001+09:30

Have a look on the SquashMatrix to see who you are playing this Season!

Issues with Announcements Links

2010-07-13T15:17:00.001+09:30

In process of fixing, thanks for your patience!

Spring Pennant starts 2 August 2010

2010-07-01T14:07:00.001+09:30

Make sure your team has been nominated for the Spring Pennant! Don’t have a team but would like to start playing or reserving for Pennant, please contact your local Centre now.

Monthly Boast - July 2010

2010-07-01T14:03:00.000+09:30

The July edition of the Monthly Boast is ready for your reading now, click here

Expressions of Interest - Australian Junior Championships

2010-06-29T14:39:00.001+09:30

“Expressions of Interest – Australian Junior Championships”

Squash SA are seeking the following roles for the 2010 Australian Junior Championships in Alice Springs, September 24– October 3:

· Assistant Coach

· Team Manager

· Team Cook

Please contact the Pathways Manager for a position description for the roles and to express your interest before July 12, 2010.

Pathways Manager – John Cranwell
Telephone (08) 8277-2522
Email: john.cranwell@squashsa.asn.au

Expression of Interest for Development Positions at Squash SA

2010-06-08T13:53:00.001+09:30

Squash SA are calling for Expressions of Interest for Development Officer Positions. Have a look at the position descriptions now, Expressions of Interest close Tuesday 15 June 2010. Click here

Monthly Boast - June 2010

2010-06-03T13:01:00.001+09:30

Make sure you read the June Monthly Boast, click here

2010 Clare Valley Junior Squash Tournament

2010-05-25T23:05:00.002+09:30

The Clare Squash Club held its annual junior squash tournament on the weekend, where young squash enthusiasts from around South Australia turned up for 2 days of exciting and high quality squash. 38 players entered the tournament with 14 travelling up from Adelaide, 7 from Burra, 2 from Ceduna, 1 from both Roxby Downs and Tanunda joining 13 from Clare.

In Division 1, top seeded Andrew Wise (Campbelltown) progressed through to this year’s final to face second seeded David Fumpson (PAOC). The final was of an extremely high standard with David triumphing 3-1. Lucas Norman (Norwood) defeated Matt Lokan (Karadinga) in the playoff for third.
Division 2 saw the two top seeds in Alyssa McInerney (Karadinga) and Zac Robertson (Adelaide Malibu) reach the final with Alyssa victorious 3-1. Tyler Goldstone (Adelaide Malibu) defeated Oliver Norman (Adelaide Malibu) in the playoff for third.

Top seeded Oliver Pearson (Clare) and his younger brother William contested this year’s Division 3 final. With two proud parents looking on, Oliver was able to hold out his brother to win 3-1. In the playoff for third, Trent Noble (Clare) defeated Sam Haydon (Clare).

Divisions 4 and 5 were contested by some of the tournaments younger players, but there was certainly a lot of potential seen in the matches.

Joe Wiblin (Clare) and Will Sumner (Burra) progressed to the Division 4 final, where Joe ran out the winner. Lauren Thomson (Clare) defeated Tayla Scholefield (Roxy Downs) in the playoff for third.

Division 5 was won by Sarah Thomson (Clare) who defeated Lauren McInerney (Clare) in the final with Sarah Salter finishing in third place.

Squash South Australia’s head coach travelled up to Clare in the weekend and said that he was very impressed with the standard of junior squash in Clare and would be coming back on a regular basis to keep an eye on the progress of the local players.

Grant Norman awarded Squash Australia's 2009 Volunteer of the Year

2010-04-30T21:29:00.001+09:30

SQUASH SA has praised the work of Grant Norman, who has received Squash Australia's Volunteer of the Year award for 2009.
Norman, who recently moved from Clare to Adelaide, was instrumental in Clare hosting the Australian Open Squash Championships for three years from 2007-09.
He approached Squash SA with a plan to host the 2007 event in February of that year only five months before the Australian Open.
"Amazingly the glass court was set up and all ran smoothly,'' Squash SA's General Manager Phil Sinnott said.

"Grant coordinated the Clare volunteers and was involved in the budget, grandstand set up, glass court set up, hall heating, PA sound system, event dinner, bus hire, transport to and from Adelaide, accommodation for players and finding local sponsors.''
Mr Sinnott said that Norman was Squash SA's local connection for all things relating to the Australian Open in Clare.
"Each year saw improvements and in 2009 the Australian Open featured an international field of quality players, epic finals and a relaxed and enjoyable country atmosphere."
Mr Sinnott said that the players really appreciated the enthusiasm and the "nothing was too much trouble" attitude of the volunteers.
But some players are disappointed that after three years the Australian Open is moving away from Clare.
"This year the AO has joined the Super Series and moves to Canberra in August.
"The world's best are expected to participate.
"Grant Norman and Clare Squash Club have been instrumental in keeping the Australian Open a major event on the squash calendar at a time when sponsors were finding it difficult to support sporting events.''
During his time at the Clare Squash Club, he was president, junior squash program coordinator and club coach, all on a voluntary basis.
"Grant influenced the transformation of squash in Clare to rebuild in numbers and to sustain a strong supportive club culture,'' Squash SA newly elected President, Mark Goldstone said.
"It is the most progressive and successful squash club in South Australia and likely to be the most progressive club in regional country Australia.
"The club has 100 seniors and 55 juniors playing regularly.''
Norman, an accountant by profession, is a handy squash player capable of playing in the top grade in Adelaide.
His brother is Ross Norman, a former world champion. Grant's two sons Lucas, 17, and Oliver, 15, have continued the family dynasty and are both very promising juniors.

ROB BIDMEADE

NJS Racquet Restringing

2010-03-24T16:02:00.001+10:30

The 2010 NJS will be held from the 3^rd of April until the 11^th April at Karadinga Sports Club and Ingle Farm Recreation Centre.

Sq Squash SA are calling for expressions of interest from persons wishing to provide a restringing service throughout the event.

For more information please contact Phil Sinnott, General Manager, on 8277 2522 or Des Panizza, Tournament Director on 0402 035028

2010 Tournaments

2010-02-08T13:18:00.000+10:30

Squash SA Tournament Planner 2010

DATE	CENTRE	TYPE
14 February	Norwood	Junior Skills
6-7 March	Naracoorte	Junior Skills
6-7 March	South Adelaide	SA Racquetball Championships
21 March	Karadinga/ Ingle Farm	Teams Challenge
28 March	Next Generation	Matrix Graded Event #1
3-11 April	Karadinga/ Ingle Farm	National Junior Series
2 May	Christies Beach	Junior Skills
22-23 May	Clare Valley	Junior Skills
6 June	PAC	Timed
June 17 - 20	South Adelaide	SA Open
June 19 -20	South Adelaide	Matrix Graded Event #2
26-27 June	MSAC Melbourne	Victorian Junior Age
3-4 July	Somerton	SA Junior Age
8 August	West Adelaide	Junior Skills
10 -15 August	Canberra	Australian Open
12 September	South Adelaide	Junior Skills
24 September-3 October	Alice Springs	Australian Junior Age Champs
17 October	Ingle Farm	Matrix Graded Event #3
24 October	Gawler	Timed
13-14 November	Karadinga	City v Country

Office For Sport and Recreation - Training Calendar for Coaches, Officials and Volunteers

2010-02-05T14:11:00.001+10:30

The New Training Calendar for February - June 2010 out now from The State Coaching and Officiating Centre.

http://www.recsport.sa.gov.au/coaching-officiating/courses.html

The 2010/2011 SA State Coaching and Officiating Centre (SCOC) Scholarship Program for coaches, officials and volunteers is now open.

Scholarships are available in the following 5 categories:

Wendy Ey Memorial Coaching Scholarships for women

Aimed at female coaches with a minimal Level 1 Coaching Accreditation, to encourage and assist them to achieve success in their chosen sport.

ORS Coaching Scholarships

Aim to assist volunteer coaches to further develop skills in their chosen area.

ORS Officiating Scholarships

Aim to assist volunteer officials to futher develop skills in their chosen area.

Individual Sport & Recreation Volunteer Scholarships

Aim to provide opportunities for sport & recreation volunteers to attend training programs to assist with development of skills required in their volunteering role. These scholarships are aimed at volunteer roles outside of coaching and officiating.

Sport & Recreation Associations Volunteer Scholarships

Aim to proide financial assistance to SA metropolitan and regional active recreation and sporting associations to train their valuable volunteers in areas identified as essential to their role in sport. Applicants must be a SA active recreation or sporting association which includes associations that sit under a state sporting/recreation organisation who usually conduct competitions (e.g. Onkaparinga Tennis Association, SA Districts Netball Association, Adelaide Plains Basketball Association, Great Flinders Football League). These scholarships are aimed at volunteer roles outside of coaching and officiating.

Further information, Frequently Asked Questions and nomination forms for all scholarship categories can be found by logging onto our website:

http://www.recsport.sa.gov.au/grants-scholarships/volunteer-scholarship.html

For any other queries contact the State Coaching and Officiating Centre on 7424 7605 or email orscoachingandofficiating@saugov.sa.gov.au

Nominations close at 5.00pm Friday 5 March 2010

Squash SA Strategic Information Forum

2010-02-02T11:13:00.000+10:30

The Squash SA Board invites past and current players, court owners, club volunteers, referees and officials, parents, masters and other interested parties to an Open Strategic Information Forum.

Please see details....

Past Players Reunion Dinner

2010-01-19T10:44:00.000+10:30

PAST PLAYERS REUNION DINNER

Venue: Racquets SA

1303 South Rd, St Marys

7pm - Saturday 15 May, 2010

All past and present squash players who can recognise the players below are invited to this night to remember!

If you were a "squashie" you will enjoy this night!

Squash SA to provide $30 - three course meal for $20 and complimentary glass of Champagne on arrival.

Bookings Contact Squash SA 82772522 or

Email: des.panizza@squashsa.asn.au

Limited to 140 (with Tables of 8 or 10)

Des Panizza

Squash SA - 'the healthiest sport'
Development Manager

Ph. 08 8277 2522
Fax. 08 8276 8445
Email: des.panizza@squashsa.asn.au
Web: www.squashsa.asn.au
Mobile: 0402 035 028

Squash and the Olympics - a Perfect Match!

Autumn Pennant

2010-01-04T13:00:00.000+10:30

Happy New Year to all.

Just a reminder that Autumn Pennant Team Nominations are due

State Grades - Wednesday 6^th Jan

All Divisional Grades - Monday 11^th Jan.

Coaches and officials can now apply for $1.6 million in grants

2009-12-15T10:14:00.000+10:30

Coaches and officials can now apply for $1.6 million in grants

Young coaches and officials can now apply for their share of the Australian Sports Commission's (ASC's) annual $1.6 million Local Sporting Champion grants an Australian Government initiative to support junior sport. Previously only available to young athletes, the Local Sporting Champions grants eligibility criteria has been broadened to recognise the importance of supporting young coaches and officials crucial to Australia's sporting grass roots. The grants of $500 per individual and $3000 per team are available to help meet costs such as travel, equipment, uniforms, and accommodation. To be eligible to apply, applicants must be aged between 12-18 years and travelling more than 250km to participate as an athlete, coach, umpire or referee in upcoming state or national level sporting competitions. The grants support young people participating, coaching or officiating in official state or national sporting competitions and are administered by the ASC in association with Local Members of Parliament.

Applications for the 2009/10 grant cycle are now open.

Visit the Local Sporting Champions program website for further information including application form and eligibility criteria

http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/schools_and_junio

rs/juniors/get_involved/local_sporting_champions .

Club One/Sport SA Large Grants Program

2009-12-15T10:12:00.000+10:30

Club One / Sport SA Large Grants Program

Applications are now open for the 2009 Club One / Sport SA Large Grants Program. On behalf of Club One, Sport SA offers large grants to not-for profit State sport and active recreation organisations who are members of Sport SA and also community clubs and organisations that are endorsed by the state body which is a member of Sport SA. This program supports programs or projects that benefit the entire sport or active recreation by increasing opportunities for participation. To view the criteria and to download the application form please visit: www.sportsa.org.au .

A list of successful applicants from the 2009 program is also available in the member's area. Applications close: Wednesday 16th December 2009.

High Performance Coaching with Leigh Matthews

2009-12-14T09:50:00.000+10:30

The SA State Coaching and Officiating Centre present a free event for local

coaches* to hear Leigh Matthews speak about:

The changing role of coaching and how to be ahead of change

Professional development for coaches

Doing things differently

Creating a culture for success

AFL Hall of Fame Legend 'Lethal Leigh'

Matthews was voted the best player of the

20th century and is one of the most

successful AFL coaches of all time, guiding the

Brisbane Lions to a hat-trick of AFL Premierships.

REGISTER ONLINE @

http://www.recsport.sa.gov.au/training-development/coaches.html

or click HERE to see flyer advertisement.

* Preference for bookings will be given to qualified and active local (SA) coaches

Congratulations to all the 2009 Spring Pennant Winners

2009-12-04T13:27:00.000+10:30

Congratulations to all Team Premiership Winners

Complete Scaffold Premier League Next Generation

HandlesPlus State Grade Women Typhoon

State 2 Somerton

State 3 Karadinga

State 4 West Adelaide

Div 4 Monday Open Adelaide Malibu

Div 1 Tuesday Open Campbelltown

Div 1 Tuesday Women Adelaide Malibu

Div 2 Tuesday Open Adelaide Malibu Blue

Div 2 Tuesday Women Adelaide Malibu

Div 3 Tuesday Open Norwood

Div 4 Tuesday Open Adelaide Malibu

Div 1 Wednesday Open Next Generation

Div 2 Wednesday Open Campbelltown

Div 3 Wednesday Open Adelaide Malibu

If you are in a Winning Team don't forget to book in for the dinner and your team photo time.

Regards,

Laura Wallis
Squash SA 'the healthiest sport'

2a Midera Avenue, Edwardstown SA 5039
PO Box 56, Melrose Park SA 5039
Phone: 08 8277 2522
Fax: 08 8276 8445
Website: www.squashsa.asn.au
Email: laura.wallis@squashsa.asn.au

Check out The Matrix: www.squashmatrix.com

Squash E-News

2009-12-03T13:36:00.000+10:30

Congratulations to all Wednesday Team Premiership Winners

State 3 – Karadinga

State 4 – West Adelaide

Div 1 Open – Next Generation

Div 2 Open – Campbelltown

Div 3 Open – Adelaide Malibu

Thursday Finals

HandlesPlus State Grade Women – South Adelaide 7.30pm - Cyclone vs Typhoon

State 2 – Turramurra 7.30pm - Somerton vs SAAS

If you are in a Winning Team don’t forget to book in for the dinner and your team photo time.

Squash E-News

2009-12-02T12:46:00.000+10:30

Congratulations to all Tuesday Team Premiership Winners

Complete Scaffold Premier League – Next Generation

Div 1 Open – Campbelltown

Div 1 Women – Adelaide Malibu

Div 2 Open – Adelaide Malibu Blue

Div 2 Women – Adelaide Malibu

Div 3 Open – Norwood

Div 4 Open – Adelaide Malibu

Wednesday Finals

State 3 – South Adelaide 7.30pm

Norwood vs Karadinga

State 4 – Next Generation 6.30pm

West Adelaide vs Turramurra

Div 1 Open – South Adelaide

Next Generation vs West Adelaide Red

Div 2 Open – Norwood 8pm

Campbelltown vs Adelaide Malibu

Div 3 Open – PAOC 7.30pm

Adelaide Malibu vs Campbelltown

2010 Alice Springs Masters Games

2009-11-25T13:17:00.000+10:30

The Biggest Games

The Alice Springs Squash Association wants you at the 2010 Masters Games being held 9^th to 16^th October 2010

The entertainment planned over the Games is going to be fantastic and Alice Springs will be as welcoming and hospitable as ever whatever part of Australia or the world you are from.

Our courts are undergoing a lot of work over the coming year to have them in peak condition for the Games. They will be National Championship standard after three hard back courts are converted to glass back in February 2010.

Whether you are a serious medal prospect or just enjoy the challenge, the Friendly Games are for all.

Mark your calendar for the Games and start your plans by visiting the Games website below.

http://www.alicespringsmasters.com.au/

For mor information contact:

Randle Walker

President Alice Springs Squash Association

Ph: 08 8953 0583

Fax: 08 8953 2712

State 2 Finals

2009-11-24T14:22:00.000+10:30

Prelim & Grand Final will be played at Turramurra at 7.30pm

WANTED - Volunteer Mini Bus Drivers for NJS

2009-11-20T13:28:00.000+10:30

WANTED - Volunteer Mini Bus Drivers for National Junior Series on April 3-11, 2010

to transport players between Ingle Farm and Karadinga Squash Centres.

We have 2 volunteers, but need a couple more part time drivers.

Must have police clearance or be prepared to obtain this (at no cost)

before the event.

Contact Des Panizza at Squash SA on

Ph: (08) 8277 2522

Email: des.panizza@squashsa.asn.au

STATE 2 FINALS VENUE CHANGED

2009-11-18T12:09:00.001+10:30

Due to a possible home court advantage, State 2 Finals have now been

moved to West Adelaide and will start at 7:30pm.

If there are any queries, please contact Squash SA on 8277 2522 or email

renee.braithwaite@squashsa.asn.au

Squash SA Hot Weather Guidelines

2009-11-11T11:54:00.000+10:30

Squash SA wish to remind Clubs/ Teams/ Players of the Hot Weather Guildlines.

Table A

Forecasted temperature as determined by Bureau of Meteorology is 32 degrees Celsius

Or above

Forecasted temperature as determined by Bureau of Meteorology is 40 degrees Celsius

Or above

1. Measure the on court temperature and be prepared to modify or cancel your event

2. Maximise airflow and reduce heat build up in the Centre and on the Courts

3. Employ air-conditioning

1. Automatic cancellation of day time competition and tournaments scheduled to be played in a non air-conditioned centre

2. Air conditioned centre must measure the on court temperature

3. For evening Pennant Competitions apply steps 1 to 4 of outline in table B (listed below)

The determining factor is the on court temperature:

Table B

33 35 degrees on court temperature

36 degrees on court temperature (as advised by Sports Medicine Australia)

1. Modify game structure or tournament draw

2. Extend the breaks between each game

3. Ensure that players take adequate fluid before, during and after the game

4. Encourage the use of towels and fans during breaks

1.Measure on court temperature prior to the commencement of play

2. Cancel match if the on court temperature is 36 degrees or above.

3. Wait a further half hour period and re-measure the on court temperature.

4. Cancel match if the on court temperature is 36 degrees or above

To view the full guildlines - please click here

Australian Teams Championships 2009 Article by Rob Bidmeade

2009-11-06T12:02:00.001+10:30

TOP seed South Australia produced a brilliant display to win the recent Australian teams championships in Devonport, Tasmania.
The members of the winning SA team were Jason Mudge (captain), Justin Beard, Ross Hewitt, Alma Kushartanti and Bonny Wu.
The other states involved in the competition were NSW, Victoria, the ACT and Tasmania.
Mudge said the victory was an excellent result and it was SA's first title since 2005.
"Even though we went into the competition seeded No. 1, there
was very strong competition especially from NSW and Victoria,'' Mudge said.
"The form of the men was highly consistent throughout the entire tournament.''
Mudge, who was No. 1 for SA throughout the tournament, was undefeated, without dropping a set.
"The form of the two girls improved as the tournament went on, culminating in an unexpected 3-1 win for Bonny Wu over her fancied NSW opponent in the final of the tournament.
"We defeated NSW 3-1 in the final and Victoria 2-2 rubbers and 9-6 games over Victoria in the semi-finals.''

The next national team championship is in 2010 and the venue will be either in the ACT or Alice Springs.

Profiles of the SA team members...

Men:

Jason Mudge, 36, plays for Next Generation - Memorial Drive and he is ranked No. 1 in

SA and No. 13 in Australia.
He is the world over 35 champion and the recent Australian over 35 champion.

Mudge was a member of the Australian Masters team that defeated New Zealand in the Trans-Tasman Trophy in Victoria.

Justin Beard is the SA No. 2 and No. 14 in Australia. He is the world No. 135 and he has been in the SA team for the past three years.

Ross Hewitt is the SA No. 3 and a former No. 15 in New Zealand. He was a Business SA graded winner this year.

Women:

Alma Kushartanti is the SA No. 1 and No. 10 in Australia. She is an AIS scholarship holder this year and she won the 2009 SA Open. Last year she was member of the winning under 19 team in the Australian Junior Championships and also was the Indonesian national champion.

Bonny Wu is the SA No. 2 and she was runner-up in the 2009 SA Open. She has been in the SA team for the past three years

SA win National Teams Championship

2009-11-02T12:38:00.000+10:30

SQUASH SA congratulates it's Senior Team on winning the National Team Championships in Davenport, Tasmania last weekend.

Well done team ! Jason Mudge (Captain), Alma Kushartanti, Bonny Wu, Justin Beard and Ross Hewitt.

The match results and Championships standings are available click here for review.

2009 Black Knight Junior Events Circuit Winner

2009-10-29T15:43:00.000+10:30

The Black Knight Junior Events Circuit is a system that encourages participation in junior tournaments by awarding players points for entering tournaments and their finishing positions. The player with the highest points total at the end of the year will win a Black Knight Pack.

The Junior Tournament Calendar has now come to an end for 2009, therefore the winner of the Black Knight Pack is........JAYSON BARTOLO .

Congratulations to Jayson who has attended every Junior Tournament this year with impressive results throughout.

Click HERE for the Finishing Points Tally.

Squash SA Board Vacancy

2009-10-21T09:11:00.000+10:30

Squash SA is seeking expressions of interest from members of the public who would like to become a member of the Board. The Director position is honorary. The term of the casual vacancy is for 12 months.

Closing Date: 30 October 2009.

For the full advertisement click HERE for the Sport SA newsletter.

Business SA Graded Series Event 3 Success!

2009-10-19T16:25:00.001+10:30

The final Graded Event for the Business SA Series was played at Karadinga on Sunday 18 October with 18 squash enthusiasts competing.

Players were competing in three Divisions determined by the Matrix so matches were generally a close tussle. For the Business SA Graded Series Report including results and photos click HERE

Business SA Graded Series

2009-10-19T11:54:00.000+10:30

The final Graded Event for the Business SA Series was played at Karadinga on Sunday 18 October with 18 squash enthusiasts competing.

Players were competing in three Divisions determined by the Matrix so matches were generally a close tussle.

Congratulations to Ross Hewitt a former New Zealand ranked player our Overall Champion - winning all three Events. At Karadinga he displayed solid consistant squash and will be a welcome addition to our Senior State Team competing at the National Teams Championships at the end of the month in Devonport. Eighteen year old Ben Werchon had his moments but found the tin too often. Ben has a bright future recently finishing 3rd in Australia Junior Boys and still has next year to claim the title!

Division One Final - Ross Hewitt def Ben Werchon 11/2 5/11 11/9 11/6

Andrew Wise proved too strong for Trae Menzies in the Div 2 final winning 15/10 15/10 15/4 both players are improving rapidly and have just returned from the Australian Junior Championships where they performed admirably.

Similarly two Southern Stingers played off for the Division Three title with Matt Lokan just pipping Lucas Norman 11/15 16/14 16/14 15/13.

Special mention to Craig Lawrie third in Div 3 - Craig travelled from Hallett Cove and gives his all at these Events.

New Board member and our only female competitor Alissa Proctor presented the prizes and thanked all for competing.

All players enjoyed the day and are keen to invite their friends to play next year's Graded Series.

We need a Graded Series Sponsor in 2010 can you help?

Des Panizza

- Tournament Organiser

Phil Sinnott

General Manager
Squash SA - 'the healthiest sport'
Racquets SA - 'Bar Gaming Bistro'
PO Box 56, Melrose Park, 5042
Telephone (08) 8277-2522
Facsimile (08) 8276-8445

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Norwood Sunday Squash Sessions

2009-10-14T09:48:00.001+10:30

Norwood Squash Centre are holding Sunday Squash Sessions where players aged from 17-30 years can enjoy social games supervised by a qualified coach. Limited 6 sessions available! Starting November 1 until December 6. All equipment provided and all standards welcome! Click HERE for Information Flyer

Business SA Graded Series Event

2009-10-07T11:05:00.001+10:30

The Business SA Graded Series one day tournament will take place on October 18 2009.

Entries Close Monday 12 October 5pm.

Click HERE for Entry Form.

WHYALLA SQUASH COACH - Bob Norman

2009-10-06T13:50:00.000+10:30

Whyalla Squash Club stalward and longtime organiser of the Whyalla Squash Open - Bob Norman is having treatment for a back infection at the Royal Adelaide Hospital Spinal unit.

Bob is coming to the end of a 6 week programme of treatment.

Squash SA and all squash players wish Bob a speedy recovery.

Updated Player Rankings

2009-10-02T13:32:00.001+09:30

Current Player Rankings, Order of Merit and Preimership Lists have been updated on our website for Rounds 9-12.

Please check your teams Order of Merit.

2009 AGM

2009-09-30T15:05:00.001+09:30

2009 AGM

Presidents Position

President John Holland chose not to contest the election for President, leaving Mark Goldstone unopposed for the position.

Squash SA Board Member Jack Wass (on behalf of the membership) thanked John Holland for his contribution to the sport of Squash in SA (Board Member 1994-1998, President 1998-2009).

The Membership welcomes and congratulates Mark Goldstone on the position.

Board of Directors

The membership elected four new Board Members.

Stewart Allan

Danny Giles

Cheryl Johnstone

Alissa Proctor

The Membership welcomes and congratulates the incoming Board Members.

Squash Rackets Association of SA Board would like to thank John Holland, Roger Beard, Kirsty Geue, Manfred Lang and Jason Mudge for their services and contribution to the Board over number of years.

Junior Camp

2009-09-25T14:10:00.000+09:30

Junior Camp Whyalla - September 19 & 20

Juniors from Roxby Downs, Burra & Whyalla spent at Weekend in Whyalla improving their skills.

Thanks to

Marion Norman & Nicholas Norman for their wonderful hospitality.

Jutta Scholefield - Junior Coach at Roxby as the instigator of this weekend and Squash SA Development Manager - Des Painizza for helping out.

Pennant Player Referee Accreditation Sessions

2009-09-22T15:37:00.001+09:30

Last Chance

Mon 9th Nov - Karadinga 6.30pm

Thur 12th Nov - South Adel 6.30pm

Click here for flyer
If your team did not have anyone attend one of the earlier sessions, at least 2 nominated players must attend a Last Chance session or your team will not be eligible for finals.

Teams Currently not eligible & require 1 more player

Blizzard - State Grade Women
Hurricane - State Grade Women
Karadinga - State 3
Norwood - State 3
Norwood Red - Div 4 Mon Open
Norwood Blue - Div 4 Mon Open
West Adelaide - State 3
Adelaide Malibu - State 4
Somerton - Div 1 Tues Open
Somerton Blue - Div 3 Tues Open
Somerton - Div 4 Mon Open
PAOC - Div 1 Tues Open
Largs Bay - Div 1 Wed Open
South Adelaide - Div 1 Tues Women
Penfield - Div 2 Wed Open
Penfield - Div 4 Tues Open
Next Generation Silver - Div 3 Tues Open
Next Generation - Div 4 Mon Open
Campbelltown - Div 3 Tues Open
Turramurra - Div 4 Tues Open

Teams Currently not eligible & require 2 more players

Norwood - Div 1 Wed Open

Somerton - Div 1 Tues Women

Barossa Valley Junior Skills

2009-09-18T15:00:00.001+09:30

The Barossa Valley Junior Skills Event will take place on Sunday, October 25 2009 at Barossa Valley Recreation Centre, Magnolia Road, Tanunda. Entries Close 5pm Monday 19 October 2009.

Click HERE for entry form.

Junior Tournament Change

2009-09-16T13:47:00.001+09:30

The Gawler Junior Skills which was scheduled for October 25, 2009

will now be The Barossa Valley Junior Skills taking place on October 25, 2009.

Entry Forms will be sent to clubs and appear on our website under Junior News

4 weeks prior to the event.

2009 AGM

2009-08-28T12:21:00.001+09:30

All interested parties are hereby advised that the 2009 Annual General Meeting of the Squash Rackets Association of South Australia Inc. will be held on Monday 28 September 2009 at Racquets SA, 1303 South Road, St Marys at 7:15pm

Click HERE for more information

Yamba Squash Centre Sale

2009-08-20T13:10:00.001+09:30

Yamba Squash and Cycle Centre in NSW is up for sale.

Click HERE for more information.

Junior squash players in Clare continue to excel

2009-08-12T16:00:00.000+09:30

To read the article written by Chelsea Ashmeade about the success of Clare Juniors in being selected in the South Australian State Squad, click HERE

Flinders University Games Team 2009

2009-08-06T13:16:00.001+09:30

The Australian University Games is held on the Gold Coast (27 Sept - 3 Oct). We are looking for Flinders students who would be keen to be involved.
Registrations are done online at www.unigames.com.au and are due 21st August, at the very latest.
For more information please feel free to contact Sue.Wells@flinders.edu.au or 08 8201 2408

Business SA Graded Series

2009-08-06T10:02:00.001+09:30

The Business SA Graded Series will now have the last tournament of the series on October 18 at Karadinga. Click HERE for the entry form.

Business SA Graded Event #2 POSTPONED

2009-08-05T13:07:00.001+09:30

The Business SA Graded Series Event #2 has been postponed until October due to lack of entries. Squash SA will notify members of the new tournament date closer to October.

2009 Spring Pennant

2009-08-03T15:25:00.001+09:30

Attention all players nominated in the 2009 Spring Pennant
Unfortunately we could not get the team numbering out as early as we would have liked.
But its finally done and it is up on the Matrix
Team envelopes will be available from 12pm on Thursday at Squash SA.
Please contact Squash SA to arrange for collection or postage of team envelopes.
If we do not hear from Teams/Clubs they will be posted/delivered to club/centres on Thursday night.

renee.braithwaite@squashsa.asn.au
Check out The Matrix: www.squashmatrix.com

2009 Junior Fundraising Quiz Night

2009-07-30T11:58:00.000+09:30

The Junior Fundraising Committe are holding a Quiz night to raise funds for the State Junior

Squash Team competing in Sydney late September. For more details click HERE to view the poster.

Karadinga Junior Skills Tournament

2009-07-30T11:57:00.001+09:30

The Karadinga Junior Skills Tournament (Regional) will take place on Sunday 30 August

at Karadinga. Entries close Monday August 24 at 5pm.

Click HERE for the entry form and send to Squash SA via the details below.

2a Midera Avenue, Edwardstown SA 5039
PO Box 56, Melrose Park SA 5039
Phone: 08 8277 2522
Fax: 08 8276 8445
Website: www.squashsa.asn.au
Email: laura.wallis@squashsa.asn.au

Business SA Graded Event #2

2009-07-30T11:55:00.000+09:30

The Business SA Graded Series Event #2 will commence on Sunday August 9 at Karadinga.

If you would like a chance to improve your matrix rating and win prizes,

click HERE for the entry form and send to Squash SA via the details below.

Entries close Tuesday August 4 at 5pm.

PO Box 56, Melrose Park SA 5039
Phone: 08 8277 2522
Fax: 08 8276 8445
Website: www.squashsa.asn.au
Email: laura.wallis@squashsa.asn.au

Assessor's Workshop Burra Squash Centre

2009-07-29T15:18:00.001+09:30

On Saturday July 18th, The Assessors Workshop took place at Burra Squash Centre

which involved coaches being assessed to become high level coaches and national

assessors. A local journalist, Michelle Osborn has written an article about this event.

To see this article click HERE

SA Open & Graded Results

2009-07-27T10:36:00.001+09:30

Thankyou to all players who took place in the SA Open and SA Graded over the weekend!

Congratulations to the winners of SA Open and SA Graded.

See Results Below.

SA Open Men

Winner: Matt Karwalski

Runner Up: Jason Mudge

Score: 12/10, 12/10, 11/5

SA Open Women

Winner: Alma Kushartanti

Runner Up: Bonny Wu

SA Graded - A Grade

Winner: Andrew Edwards

Runner Up: Chris Rule

Score: 11/5, 11/9, 6/11, 11/7

SA Graded - B Grade

Winner: Pankaj Chhaltore

Runner Up: Will Gray

Score: 15/11, 12/15, 15/10, 13/15, 15/13

SA Graded - C Grade

Winner: Sanjeev Khurana

Runner Up: Alissa Proctor

Score: 15/7, 15/11, 15/11

CLARE VALLEY AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2009

2009-07-06T13:17:00.001+09:30

BEST OF LUCK - SOUTH AUSTRALIANS

Starting next Monday with pre -qualifying we have South Australians Jason Mudge and Ross Hewitt competing for a place in the PSA event. Jason a former Top 100 player is a strong chance to cause an upset or two.

Justin Beard is our Event "wildcard" and plays his first match Thursday against No 3 seed Cameron Pilley.

The SA women competing in Qualifying are 20 yo Alma Kushartanti and 22 yo Bonny Wu.

Lets see all SA Squash enthusiasts in Clare to support our athletes.

Des Panizza
Squash SA - 'the healthiest sport'
Development Manager

Ph. 08 8277 2522
Fax. 08 8276 8445
Email: des.panizza@squashsa.asn.au
Web: www.squashsa.asn.au
Mobile: 0402 035 028

Squash and the Olympics - a Perfect Match!

2009 Autumn Pennant Results

2009-06-24T11:57:00.001+09:30

Congratulations to all Premiership Winners.

To see all Results click here

Squash and the Olympics - a Perfect Match!

Dunlop - The "Official Racket" and "Official Ball" of Squash Australia

2009-06-24T10:08:00.001+09:30

DUNLOP Sport is proud to announce that we are now the "Official Racket" of Squash Australia until 2011. This is a welcome addition to our long term partnership as "Official Ball" of Squash Australia

Click HERE for Dunlop's announcement

Squash Prepares For Crucial Bid

2009-06-16T08:34:00.001+09:30

The Squash 2016 bid team is making final preparations for its presentation of the low-cost high-impact sport to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board in Lausanne, on Monday 15 June, in its endeavour to have Squash included in the Olympic Games from 2016.
All seven bidding sports will make presentations, and Squash believes that it has all the right attributes to make it worthy of a spot. The bid team will have 30 minutes to prove its worth to the Executive Board. The team of six will be led by IOC Member, HRH Prince Tunku Imran of Malaysia, and will include N Ramachandran, President of the World Squash Federation (WSF), and women's world No1 Nicol David, along with three other players from across the globe.
As well as debuting a brand new video that highlights just how good Squash looks on television, the team will also talk about the impressive universality of squash, and what a low-cost addition to the Olympic Games the sport would be. Just two glass squash courts would be required to stage the competition, and the WSF has pledged to donate these to the host city. The courts can be placed almost anywhere and importantly their donation would be permanent, so Squash would leave a lasting legacy in Chicago, Madrid, Rio de Janeiro or Tokyo.
The players will explain how an Olympic medal would be the highest honour within the sport; all the top squash athletes in the world have pledged to be there and to compete. Squash has champions in territories that are not typically successful at the Olympic Games, and is the only sport to have enjoyed World Champions, men and women, from every continent.
N Ramachandran, WSF President, said: "The team has put an enormous amount of work into Monday's presentation, which is a reflection of how important Olympic inclusion is to the whole of squash. We are looking forward to the opportunity to address the Executive Board and highlight the many ways in which squash fulfils the criteria to become an Olympic sport."
As part of the bidding process, Squash was invited to send a representative to the recent 4th International Athletes Forum, the meeting of the IOC Athletes' Commission in Marrakech, Morocco. Alex Gough, CEO of the Professional Squash Association, attended on the sport's behalf and took part in valuable discussions with a variety of Olympic sports and IOC representatives.
"It was a really valuable experience, and I felt that we made some very good input across the board as well as learning from sports which have enjoyed Olympic status for years. In particular, squash players are very well represented by our professional bodies, and a number of sports were very interested in how we do this so successfully," said Gough.

Relavant Links:

World Squash Federation

Wendy Ey ORS Sports Coaching Scholarship 2009/10 Winner

2009-06-15T14:11:00.001+09:30

Congratulations Lisa Thomson for winning the Wendy Ey

ORS Sports Coaching Scholarship for 2009/10 in Squash.

For other winners of the Wendy Ey Scholarships click HERE

Annie Au Defends Championship

2009-06-15T13:32:00.001+09:30

Hong Kong' Annie Au will be back to defend her crown when the Clare Valley Australian Open squash championships are held in the South Australian wine growing town of Clare from July 14-19.

Au enjoyed a breakthrough victory when she came from two games down against top seed Kasey Brown in a thrilling finale to last year's tournament.

The 20-year-old entered the 2008 event as a rank outsider, but since then she has climbed to number 18 in the world and will be one of the favourites for this year's title.

Trying to stop her will be Brown, the 2006 champion and runner up in 2007 and 2008.

Brown, the 23-year-old from Taree in New South Wales, is the world number 13 and will be desperate to add her name to the famous trophy for a second time.

However, both women could be upstaged by the in-form Donna Urquhart, who claimed the Australian Closed title last weekend.

Urquhart has won two tournaments in 2009, following her success at the Top End Open in Darwin in May, and will go into the Australian Open full of confidence.

Other prominent entries so far include Queensland's Lisa Camilleri, rising New Zealand star Joelle King and Victoria's Amelia Pittock.

The international flavour of the tournament will also be boosted by an appearance from Czech player Olga Ertlova.

Ertlova, the world number 66 from Prague, is making her first trip to Australia.

The men's draw is shaping as one of the strongest in years, with nine top 50 players on the entry list.

The highest ranked player to have entered so far is Malaysia's Ong Beng Hee (world number 14), and he is joined by Australian pair Stewart Boswell (20) and Cameron Pilley (22), Egypt's Tarek Momen (27), Indian Saurav Ghosal (31), Englishman Tom Richards (33), 2008 runner-up Kashif Shuja from New Zealand (41), Hobart's Aaron Frankcomb (42) and Frenchman Stephane Galifi (45).

Entries close this week.

2009 SA Country Championships

2009-06-11T15:16:00.001+09:30

4-5 July at the Valleys Lifestyle Centre: Main North Road,Clare

All Glass Court will be in use throughout the tournament.

Entires Close 5pm, Tuesday 30th June 2009.

Click HERE for entry form

WHYALLA GRADED and JUNIOR EVENT

2009-06-02T15:07:00.001+09:30

JUNE 13 -14 WHYALLA GRADED

ENTRIES CLOSE JUNE 5

Check out Event Calendar for an Entry Form.

Tournament Organiser : Bob Norman

Three course dinner on Saturday night not to be missed!

Business SA Graded Series #1 Results

2009-06-01T13:59:00.001+09:30

Division 1

Winner: Ross Hewitt

Runner Up: Nathaniel Wolff

Match Score: 11-7, 11-7, 13-11

Division 2

Winner: Blake Hammat

Runner Up: Matthew Lokan

Match Score: 11-8, 11-7, 11-6

Division 3

Winner: Lucas Norman

Runner Up: Craig Brooks

Match Score: 11-2, 11-9, 11-7

NEXT GENERATION MATCH STARTING TIME

2009-05-22T13:36:00.001+09:30

All Next Generation Pennant Squash and Racquetball matches to start at 6.30pm from June 1, 2009.

The following Teams need to be aware of this change for Round 15 -

Handlesplus Premier League

Div 4 Tues. Open - Penfield

Div2 Wed. Open - Penfield

Div 3 Wed. Open - Christies Beach

This will also effect Division 1 & 2 Women and State 2 Men playing Autumn Pennant finals.

Level 1 Squash Coaching Course

2009-05-18T15:11:00.001+09:30

20-21 June at South Adelaide

$170 - Cost includes lunch, refreshments both days & all resourses

Juniors $110

Enquiries: Des Panizza or Geoff Davenport

Registration Form

BUSINESS SA GRADED 09 - Norwood May 31

2009-05-18T13:57:00.001+09:30

BUSINESS SA GRADED SERIES - NORWOOD EVENT

ONE DAY ONLY - SUNDAY MAY 31

Entries Close: Tuesday May 26 at Squash SA

Players Graded by Matrix, Minimum 2 matches, Prizes and fun!

Contact : Squash SA 82772522

Fw: Squash E-News

2009-05-14T15:59:00.001+09:30

New Club Player Rankings

Team orders have been updated on the Matrix (www.squashmatrix.com). Your current team LISTED order (not matrix order) shall be used for rounds 13 Onwards. Teams who require re-order from round 13 have a ">" next to their team on the premiership list.

Current player rankings rounds 13 Onwards and Order of Merit, are on the Squash SA website and are the only document to be used for determining appropriate reserves and their order of merit within the team - don't rely on the Matrix, as ratings change on a daily basis. If someone does not appear on your club list, please contact Squash SA before they play.

Play Smart Eat Right - Healthy Eating Active Living Expo

2009-05-08T11:16:00.001+09:30

The City of Salisbury in conjunction with Adelaide Northern Division of General Practice Presents

The Play Smart Eat Right, Healthy Eating Active Living Expo

Where: The Ingle Farm Recreation Centre, Corner Roopena St & Beovich Rd

When: Sunday 31st May

Time: 11am-3pm

FREE Rides, Special Guests, Demo's and much more

Squash SA's Inflatable courts will be present for 'Come n Try' Sessions throughout the day

All ages Welcome!

For more information contact the Ingle Farm Recreation Centre on 8263 0411

Hope to see you there!

2009 Club Development Conference

2009-04-24T12:37:00.001+09:30

Held on Sunday 24 May 2009, 8.45am to 3.30pm at AAMI Stadium Convention Centre, Turner Drive, West Lakes SA For more information click here.

Masters Whistle Stop Tournament

2009-04-24T10:55:00.002+09:30

Sunday 17th May from 9.30am to 2.00pm, South Adelaide Squash Centre will be holding a Whistle Stop Tournament. All financial Pennant and Masters players are welcome. The day will finish with a supplied BBQ. Total cost per person is $9.00. For further inquiries contact Brian Richards by mobile: 0415 538 732 or email sabr01@bigpond.com
Hope to see you there!

Naracoorte Junior Skills Photos

2009-04-23T11:25:00.001+09:30

The Naracoorte Junior Skills Tournament was a great success!

Click here to view the photos.

Olympic Squash Pledge

2009-04-17T12:54:00.001+09:30

Squash SA has agreed to kick start the

Olympic Squash Pledge with a $2,000 donation.

See your local club to make your pledge.

For more details click here to visit the

World Squash Federation Website.

Club Player Rankings

2009-04-09T14:43:00.001+09:30

The new Club Player Rankings and Order of Merit lists for Rds 9-12 are complete.

Club Player Ranking

Order of Merit

Squash and the Olympics - a Perfect Match!

BUSINESS SA GRADED SERIES

2009-03-25T10:13:00.003+10:30

BUSINESS SA GRADED SERIES

- TWO ONE DAY EVENTS

EVENT 1 - SUNDAY MAY 31 at NORWOOD
EVENT 2 - SUNDAY AUGUST 9 at KARADINGA

ENTRY CLOSING DATE - EVENT 1 - MAY 26
EVENT 2 - AUGUST 4

CONTACT SQUASH SA, IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES

New Website

2009-02-25T13:32:00.001+10:30

Squash SA is currently building our new website - please bear with us through the construction phase. If the information you require is not available please call us on 8277 2522 or email squash@squashsa.asn.au

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - AJC 2009 - OFFICIALS

2009-02-25T13:26:00.001+10:30

Expressions of Interest are sought for Officials to travel with our State Junior Squash Team to Sydney from September 24 to October 4.

A Team Manager, Assistant Coach and Cook are required to travel with Head Coach Geoff Davenport and a squad of approximately 20 Juniors.

Position descriptions and more information can be found here.

The "Expression of Interest" form from the State Team Selection Guidelines policy needs to be at Squash SA by 5pm Monday, March 16, 2009.

VOLUNTEER BUS DRIVERS - Australian Open 2009

2009-02-25T10:46:00.000+10:30

The AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2009 will be held in Clare, July 14 -19. The Semi finals are on Saturday, July 18 and the Grand Finals, Sunday July 19.

Last year two mini buses of spectators enjoyed a day trip to Clare to view the Grand Finals and visit a winery on their return trip.

This year we hope to have four buses - with some departing Saturday morning spending a night in Clare and others early Sunday morning. To achieve this a team of volunteer drivers is required.

If you would like to be a volunteer driver - see some great squash, have a valid drivers license and are over 25 years of age - please contact Des Panizza at Squash SA. des.panizza@squashsa.asn.au

SA OPEN and SA JUNIOR AGE - Venues Required

2009-02-19T12:37:00.001+10:30

Squash SA is seeking tenders for both the SA Mens and Womens Squash Open - July 21 - 26, 2009 and the SA Junior Age Championships - July 4 and 5, 2009.

Please contact Squash SA for more details and submit tender applications in writing, by Monday March 16, 2009.

Victorian Bushfires

2009-02-16T09:10:00.001+10:30

Victorian Bushfires As the true devastation of the Victorian bushfires continue to unfold, stories of members of the Victorian squash community who have been directly affected continue to emerge. Relief agencies are providing emergency accommodation, clothing, food etc. However, for some of the Vic Squash Members who have lost everything in the fires this includes their squash kit. Anyone who would like to donate a racquet, bag etc please contact the Squash Vic office on 9682 2199.

Change in Scoring System Trial

2009-02-02T17:11:00.001+10:30

For the 2009 Pennant Season, we will trial the following Point-a-Rally Scoring (PARS) methods:

- Premier League Open & Women and State 2 Open - PARS to 11

- State 2 Women, State 3 & 4 Open and All Divisions - PARS to 15 (must win by 2)

PARS Explained

2009 State Racquetball Tournament

2009-01-27T12:31:00.001+10:30

The South Australian Racquetball Championship is being held on March 7th & 8th (Adelaide Cup long weekend) at Karadinga Sports Club. There will be over $1,000 in prizes with a guaranteed $400 to the men's open winner. Singles matches will be played on the Saturday with Doubles being played on Sunday and all grades are catered for. A free BBQ will follow the completion of matches on Sunday afternoon. For any queries please contact Sam Abishara on 0407 809 998. Click here for Entry form

2009 School Competition

2009-01-15T14:50:00.001+10:30

Nominations Close 9th April, Click here for Information and Nomination Form

Staff Changes - Pennant Administration

2009-01-15T10:26:00.000+10:30

Farewell Lindy - The Squash SA Board, Pennant Committee & Staff wish Lindy Lewis, Pennant Administrator every success in 2009 in her new position as a Vet Nurse Assistant. Lindy will be leaving Squash SA to take up a position as a Vet Nurse and undertake training for a Career in Veterinary Nursing & Animal Studies.

We thank Lindy for all her work & commitment to Squash SA over the years & in more recent times her involvement with re-designing the Sqaush SA Website, introduction of the Squash SA Hall of Fame Awards Night & relocation of Squash Administration to South Adelaide.

Lindy's final day as a full time staff member will be Friday 16 January. She will continue employment as a casual to assist with the training of new staff during the month of February.

Thanks again to Lindy for your work over the years & goodluck in your new career.

Welcome Laura Wallis - Squash SA Trainee

Squash SA welcomes Laura Wallis to the position of Squash SA Trainee. Laura will work with Renee Braithwaite who has been with Squash SA for over 18 months now and will take on the roles of Pennant Administrator and Admin Support to Racquets SA.

Pennant Enquiries for the coming season can be directed to either Renee or Laura at Squash SA 8277 2522 squash@squashsa.asn.au

Pennant Player Referee Accreditation

2009-01-14T16:29:00.000+10:30

At least 2 players from every team nominated in 2009 Autumn Pennant must attend and pass the theory paper in order for your team to be eligible for finals this season. Book Now!!! Flyer

If you are already PPRA accredited, your expiry date will appear on your player page on the Matrix (www.squashmatrix.com) and you will count as one of the 2 required for your team.

Norwood Junior Age Event (Regional)

2008-12-16T14:15:00.000+10:30

Sunday 15th February at Norwood Squash Centre, entries Close Monday 9th February 2009 ENTRY FORM

Can You Top This???

2008-12-12T16:24:00.001+10:30

Dean Parletta from Campbelltown Squash Club will be playing his 64th consecutive Pennant Season in 2009 Autumn!!!

Premiership Teams Function

2008-11-25T14:16:00.001+10:30

All Squash & Racquetball teams who win their Grand Final are invited to the Photos, Presentation & Dinner. Bookings Essential. Racquets SA, Thursday 11 December. Flyer

Changes to Pennant Scoring

2008-11-12T12:02:00.001+10:30

We are looking at changing the Pennant scoring system from the current Handout to 9 points, to Point-a-Rally Scoring to 11 points, to be in line with the World Squash Federation. Feedback regarding this can be sent to squash@squashsa.asn.au