The Dublin Pride parade is the highlight of Pride Month. In 2024, In4Squash Dublin, Ireland’s LGBTQ+ Squash Club, proudly marched as a group for the first time. Join us Saturday 28 June as we continue our new tradition of marching together.
The parade starts at 12.30 pm and lasts approximately 2 hours, marching from O’Connell St to Merrion Square. All friends and allies of In4Squash Dublin LGBTQIA+ community are welcome to join us.
If you are interested in participating in the march, please register here so we have an idea of numbers and can coordinate our participation.
Registration https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdg28Go5I-K5XrTk_fwwyWTDONFFUl8xkWhYAcWxjaEr_TpoQ/viewform
In4Squash are also hosting the International LGBTQIA+ Squash European Open and registration is going strong. All levels are welcome and please reach out directly or head to www.in4squash.ie for more information.
Friday/Saturday, September 19th/20th
Sutton LTC
Their club tournament will be held later in the Summer and dates will be announced shortly.
Squash Ireland is now inviting expressions of interest from grassroots squash coaches to join an exciting Erasmus+ mobility programme in Amsterdam this October.
As part of our Erasmus+ project focused on coach education and inclusion, a group of 8 coaches will travel to Amsterdam from 5th–11th October 2025 to take part in a week-long job-shadowing programme with some of Europe’s leading squash coaches, including Rich King, a very well renowned and respected figure in squash coaching.
This is a fully funded opportunity, designed to upskill Irish coaches, strengthen grassroots development, and build sustainable, inclusive participation programmes.
We want to hear from grassroots squash coaches across Ireland who are passionate about inclusion and development. We welcome coaches of all backgrounds. Participants will represent all four provinces (excluding NI), and a preparatory visit will be arranged for two staff members in the lead-up to ensure everything is in place.
If you’re interested, please complete the short Expression of Interest Form by 20th June.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Please note – as this is European Commission funding, this opportunity is only open to Republic of Ireland coaches
Squash Ireland is the National Governing Body for squash on the island of Ireland. The organisation has undergone significant growth and professionalisation in recent years and has been shortlisted for NGB of the Year in both 2023 and 2024.
Squash Ireland is seeking to appoint a part-time Club & Community Development Officer with a focus on Women & Girls in Squash. This presents an exciting opportunity for someone with the experience and energy required to break down barriers and provide opportunities for women and girls across the four Sport Ireland Women in Sport Policy areas.
The position is funded through Sport Ireland Women in Sport funding, and the successful candidate will be tasked with delivering a range of projects aligned with Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Policy and consistent with the Irish Squash Women in Sport funding application.
In addition to working closely with dedicated volunteers, the Club & Community Development Officer will collaborate proactively with partners such as Sport Ireland and Local Sports Partnerships to promote inclusive and welcoming squash programmes and initiatives.
The position is initially offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of an extension, subject to continued receipt of Women in Sport funding.
Key Responsibilities
Experience & Competencies
Further Information
The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory:
How to Apply?
Applications must be sent by email with the subject line: [ATTN: Club & Community Development Officer – Women in Sport]. When applying by email, please include a letter of introduction detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role and your Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills and work experience. Please send these materials no later than the 11th of June 2025, to Squash Ireland at [email protected]
Squash Ireland is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and championing inclusivity. If you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you in participating in the employee selection process, please simply let us know.
Squash Ireland is seeking to appoint a Masters Committee Chairperson, who will focus on promoting Masters Squash and delivering the Masters Squash Tour. This is a pivotal volunteer role that requires an in depth understanding of the Masters squash scene, both domestically and internationally.
The Masters Committee is responsible for the organisation, promotion, and administration of Masters Squash across the island of Ireland.
Key Responsibilities of the Masters Chairperson:
The Terms of Reference for the Masters Committee will be published following approval by the Squash Ireland Board. It is intended that the Chair of the Masters Committee will receive administrative and logistical support from a soon-to-be-appointed Events & HP Logistics Manager.
How to Apply: Please send a brief cover letter and your squash CV to [email protected] by 04 June 2025.
National Champion Conor Moran impressed in the opening round, but was unable to carry that momentum into his second match. Facing off against world No. 64 Rui Soares, Moran once again showcased his immense potential and shot-making talent. The Portuguese veteran, however, used his experience to weather Moran’s aggressive style, especially in a tightly contested second game that went to extra points. Despite Moran’s spirited effort, Soares secured a straight-sets victory to progress to round three.
Top Irish seed Hannah Craig also saw her tournament come to an early end. Drawn against top seed and world No. 21 Tesni Murphy, Craig pushed the Welsh player in a high-quality encounter that had squash fans on the edge of their seats. The opening game was a nail-biter, ending 14-12 in Murphy’s favour. Craig responded with grit, levelling the match in the second game. Both players dazzled with world-class shot selection and athleticism, but ultimately, it was Murphy who edged ahead to clinch the win and move on to the next round.
With the exits of both Moran and Craig, Irish hopes for a home soil success in this year’s competition have come to an end — but the performances of both athletes gave fans plenty to cheer and promise much for the future.
The quarter-finals of the Cannon Kirk GillenMarkets Irish Open take place on Thursday, May 22nd, with all eight matches streaming live on the SQUASHTV Live Streaming YouTube channel, starting at 2pm local time.
Charlie Lee (ENG) bt. [4] Yannick Wilhelmi (SUI) 3-1: 11-8, 5-11, 11-8, 11-9 (59m)
[1] Greg Lobban (SCO) bt. Samuel Osborne – Wylde (ENG) 3-1: 11-9, 11-8, 5-11, 11-8 (58m)
[7] Rory Stewart (SCO) bt. Shahjahan Khan (USA) 3-0: 11-6, 11-9, 11-0 (49m)
Tom Walsh (ENG) bt. [5] Patrick Rooney (ENG) 3-1: 11-9, 11-9, 8-11, 11-7 (57m)
[8] Rui Soares (POR) bt. Conor Moran (IRL) 3-0: 11-7, 12-10, 11-6 (40m)
Melvil Scianimanico (FRA) bt. [2] Jonah Bryant (ENG) 3-2: 5-11, 9-11, 11-6, 12-10, 11-9 (66m)
[6] Simon Herbert (ENG) bt. Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) 3-1: 11-5, 7-11, 11-5, 11-8 (50m)
[3] George Parker (ENG) bt. Emyr Evans (WAL)3-0: 11-8, 11-1, 11-8 (36m)
[4] Torrie Malik (ENG) bt. Hana Ismail (EGY) 3-2: 11-6, 9-11, 11-5, 8-11, 13-11 (53m)
Millie Tomlinson (ENG) bt. [7] Saran Nghiem (ENG) 3-2: 11-7, 11-3, 5-11, 6-11, 11-7 (57m)
[2] Georgia Adderley (SCO) bt. Lowri Roberts (WAL) 3-1: 9-11, 11-9, 11-2, 11-3 (37m)
[6] Marta Dominguez (ESP) bt. Jessica van der Walt (AUS) 3-2: 11-3, 11-8, 7-11, 7-11, 11-6 (47m)
Xin Ying Yee (MAS) bt. [5] Joelle King (NZL) 3-2: 5-11, 9-11, 6-3 ret. (35m)
[1] Tesni Murphy (WAL) bt. Hannah Craig (IRL) 3-1: 14-12, 8-11, 11-8, 11-4 (46m)
Akanksha Salunkhe (IND) bt. [8] Enora Villard (FRA) 3-0: 11-9, 11-9, 11-9 (34m)
Madeleine Hylland (NOR) bt. [3] Grace Gear (ENG)3-0: 11-1, 11-9, 11-6 (27m)
[7] Rory Stewart (SCO) v Charlie Lee (ENG)
[1] Greg Lobban (SCO) v Tom Walsh (ENG)
[8] Rui Soares (POR) v Melvil Scianimanico (FRA)
[3] George Parker (ENG) v [6] Simon Herbert (ENG)
[4] Torrie Malik (ENG) v Millie Tomlinson (ENG)
[6] Marta Dominguez (ESP) v [2] Georgia Adderley (SCO)
[1] Tesni Murphy (WAL) v Xin Ying Yee (MAS)
Akanksha Salunkhe (IND) v Madeleine Hylland (NOR)
The Board of Squash Ireland has rescheduled the 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) to ensure full compliance with the Constitution, specifically allowing members at least 21 days to review the AGM documentation, including financial statements.
AGM Details:
All relevant documentation, including the financial statements and the annual report, are now available below for review. Printed copies will also be provided at the meeting.
We encourage all members to attend and participate in shaping the future of squash in Ireland. To confirm your attendance, please complete the attached pre-registration form – View form.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there.
The 24-year-old had not played a PSA Tour match of any kind for more than a year. He did, however, come into this event as the Irish national champion, having upset his country’s No.1, Sam Buckley, in an epic, 103-minute final in February. That match took place on Court 1 at Dublin’s Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club, and Moran was back on the very same court for today’s encounter with Azana, a player ranked almost 150 places above him in the world.
If there was any doubt about whether Moran would be overawed, either by his ranking deficit or the occasion, that was quickly squashed as he raced into a 9-5 lead in game one, closing it out 11-6 on a crisp forehand volley winner down the line.
He then held his nerve to take game two 11-9, and made the perfect start to game three, winning the first three points to settle any nerves that may have been lingering.
3-0 soon became 9-3 and a backhand drop into the tin from Azana handed the Irishman seven match balls.
He only needed one, though, reaching out to hit a deft forehand volley drop down the line, ending proceedings and earning himself a first World event win on the PSA Squash Tour.
That result followed a comfortable win for Hannah Craig against fellow Irishwoman Breanne Flynn. Flynn had been sidelined with a foot injury sustained in March, making this event her first appearance back on court since then.
Wildcard Hannah McGugan, a teammate of Craig’s in Ireland’s recent bronze medal run at the European Team Championships, faced world No.60 Xin Ying Yee but was unable to progress, falling in straight games.
There will be no place in round two for Sam Buckley, despite a valiant effort in an eventful late-night battle with England’s Tom Walsh. The Irish men’s No.1 had stunned Marwan Elshorbagy at the recent European Team Championships, and was hoping to take out another English player here in the form of Walsh, a close friend and training partner of Azana.
Playing on the unique green court, Buckley made the perfect start by winning game one 11-6, only to be bageled in the second.
Walsh then took game three 11-5 but was 6-4 down in the fourth when play was switched to Court 2, with the referee deeming Court 1 unsafe to play due to the amount of sweat falling from both players onto the floor.
After warming up a new ball, Buckley closed out the game 11-7, drawing huge cheers from the crowd, who had packed onto the balcony and around the glass door below.
Ultimately, though, his comeback charge would fall short, as Walsh kept his composure well, establishing an early lead in game five and never letting Buckley back into the contest, firing a backhand volley winner into the nick on match ball, letting out a huge roar of emotion.
In Round two, Irish duo Craig and Moran will take on women’s top seed Tesni Murphy and Portugal’s Rui Soares respectively. Round two action from court 1 will stream live on the SQUASHTV Live Streaming YouTube channel on Wednesday, May 21st, kicking off at 2pm local time.
Samuel Osborne – Wylde (ENG) bt. Mazen Gamal (EGY) 3-0: 12-10, 11-1, 11-7 (42m)
Charlie Lee (ENG) bt. Brice Nicolas (FRA) 3-1: 12-10, 11-6, 7-11, 11-6 (58m)
Emyr Evans (WAL) bt. Salah Eltorgman (CAN) 3-1: 11-8, 5-11, 13-11, 11-7 (40m)
Shahjahan Khan (USA) bt. David Bernet (SUI) 3-0: 11-8, 11-8, 11-9 (49m)
Conor Moran (IRL) bt. Jeremias Azaña (ARG)3-0: 11-6, 11-9, 11-3 (34m)
Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) bt. Finnlay Withington (ENG) 3-0: 11-3, 11-9, 11-9
Melvil Scianimanico (FRA) bt. Yannik Omlor (GER) 3-1: 9-11, 11-9, 11-4, 12-10 (52m)
Tom Walsh (ENG) bt. Sam Buckley (IRL) 3-2: 6-11, 11-0, 11-5, 7-11, 11-4 (60m)
Millie Tomlinson (ENG) bt. Katerina Tycova (GER) 3-0: 11-8, 11-3, 11-4 (32m)
Hana Ismail (EGY) bt. Alison Thomson (SCO) 3-1: 7-11, 11-4, 11-7, 11-7 (37m)
Lowri Roberts (WAL) bt. Asia Harris (ENG) 3-2: 11-5, 7-11, 11-6, 9-11, 11-7 (44m)
Jessica van der Walt (AUS) bt. Jacqueline Peychär (AUT) 3-0: 12-10, 11-8, 11-9 (31m)
Hannah Craig (IRL) bt. Breanne Flynn (IRL) 3-0: 11-4, 11-6, 11-1 (24m)
Xin Ying Yee (MAS) bt. Hannah McGugan (IRL) 3-0: 11-3, 11-6, 11-1 (17m)
Madeleine Hylland (NOR) bt. Kiera Marshall (ENG) 3-2: 11-9, 10-12, 6-11, 11-8, 11-9 (69m)
[1] Greg Lobban (SCO) v Samuel Osborne – Wylde (ENG)
Charlie Lee (ENG) v [4] Yannick Wilhelmi (SUI)
Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) v [5] Patrick Rooney (ENG)
[7] Rory Stewart (SCO) v Shahjahan Khan (USA)
[8] Rui Soares (POR) v Conor Moran (IRL)
Melvil Scianimanico (FRA) v [2] Jonah Bryant (ENG)
[3] George Parker (ENG) v Emyr Evans (WAL)
Toufik Mekhalfi (FRA) v [6] Simon Herbert (ENG)
[4] Torrie Malik (ENG) v Hana Ismail (EGY)
Millie Tomlinson (ENG) v [7] Saran Nghiem (ENG)
[6] Marta Dominguez (ESP) v Jessica van der Walt (AUS)
Lowri Roberts (WAL) v [2] Georgia Adderley (SCO)
[1] Tesni Murphy (WAL) v Hannah Craig (IRL)
Xin Ying Yee (MAS) v [5] Joelle King (NZL)
[8] Enora Villard (FRA) v Akanksha Salunkhe (IND)
Madeleine Hylland (NOR) v [3] Grace Gear (ENG)
Squash Ireland is the National Governing Body for squash on the island of Ireland. The organisation has undergone significant growth and professionalisation in recent years and has been shortlisted for NGB of the Year in both 2023 and 2024.
Squash Ireland is seeking to appoint a Club & Community Development Officer with a particular focus on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the experience and energy to break down barriers and provide opportunities for lifelong participation in squash.
The position is funded through the Dormant Accounts Fund, and the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a range of projects aligned with Sport Ireland’s Diversity & Inclusion in Sport Policy.
In addition to working closely with dedicated volunteers, the Club & Community Development Officer will collaborate with key partners such as Sport Ireland, Sporting Pride, Active Disability Ireland, and Local Sports Partnerships to promote inclusive and welcoming squash programmes and initiatives.
The role is initially offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to continued Dormant Account funding.
The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory:
Applications must be submitted by email with the subject line: [ATTN: Club & Community Development Officer].
Please include the following:
Submit your application no later than 11th June 2025 to:
📧 [email protected]
Squash Ireland is an equal opportunity employer, committed to celebrating diversity and championing inclusivity. If you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you during the selection process, please let us know.
HiiT Squash is an innovative fitness-focused squash programme developed by Coach Developer Jennifer Dillon and Physiotherapist Derek Ryan, that combines High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) with squash skills to create an engaging and high-energy experience. The sessions are designed to be accessible for beginners while still challenging enough for those with more experience. It’s a brilliant way to introduce new women to the sport while promoting fitness and community within your club.
Programme Details:
The HiiT Squash 6-week Programme is fully developed and available for download on the Squash Ireland website.
A key objective of the Sport Ireland Funds is to support programmes that become self-sustainable over time. We encourage clubs to consider options to fund the programme independently once the grant period ends. You can download our Toolkit for Programme Sustainability for some ideas. We are happy to support clubs in developing sustainability strategies and provide guidance on effective community engagement.
Job Opportunity: Social Media Manager (Part-Time)
Squash Ireland is on the hunt for a creative and motivated Social Media Manager to join our team for approximately 10 hours per week. In addition, Squash Ulster has a similar opportunity, with further details below.
We’re looking for someone with a flair for content creation, design, and creative writing to energise our online presence and tell the story of Irish squash across all platforms. If you live and breathe social media, love sport, and know how to create standout content that drives engagement – we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV along with examples of your best work to [email protected] by 01 June 2025.
Location: Remote
Contract: 6-Month. Part-Time/Freelance (6 hours per week)
Salary: £13 Per Hour
Deadline: 01 June 2025
Due to the need to grow our online presence, Squash Ulster is seeking a creative and talented Social Media Account Manager. You’ll help us promote events, showcase our players, and build squash’s presence across Ulster.
Key Responsibilities:
– Manage Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, YouTube – Plan & create engaging content (graphics, video, copy) – Promote tournaments, training, and club news – Monitor community messages and engagement – Attend occasional events for live coverage
Ideal Candidate:
– Social media management experience – Strong writing and content creation skills – Experience with Canva, Adobe, Meta tools – Passion for sport (squash a plus!)
To Apply: Send your CV, a brief cover letter, and examples of your work to: [email protected]
