Squash to feature in Malta at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games

Young players aged 14 to 18 based in Northern Ireland have another excellent tournament to aim for following the confirmation that squash has been included in the eighth edition of the Commonwealth Youth Games, which will be hosted by Malta in 2027.

Squash had been part of the main Commonwealth Games competition since 1998. However, financial restraints mean it will not feature at the stripped-back 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

The squash focus, though, has now shifted to the youth competition, starting in Malta two years from now.   

A World Squash statement read: “Commonwealth Sport has officially announced that the 8th Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG) will be hosted by Malta in late 2027, and we’re delighted to confirm that squash has been included as an official sport in the programme!

“This provides a great platform for our young athletes aged 14-18 across the 74 nations and territories of the Commonwealth. The Malta 2027 Games, with its compelling dual-island concept and world-class facilities, promises to be a truly transformative experience for the players.
 
“The inclusion of squash in the 8th Commonwealth Youth Games reinforces our commitment to youth development and offers an unparalleled opportunity to:

• Inspire the next generation: Showcase our sport to a young, dynamic audience and encourage greater participation.
• Elevate our profile: Increase squash’s visibility within the Commonwealth sporting movement in the lead up to the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
• Foster talent: Provide a crucial multi-sport games experience for our rising stars.

“This achievement is a testament to the positive collaboration between World Squash and Commonwealth Sport, and we use this opportunity to thank Commonwealth Sport Malta and the Government of Malta for their commitment and vision in bringing these Games to fruition.”