Celtic stalwart Eugene Walker has been appointed Masters committee chairperson. The long-time squash official from the Waterford City club will coordinate and lead the delivery of Masters tournaments, including the Masters National Championships, Masters Open and Provincial Masters tournaments.
He will also coordinate the Masters representative teams, including reviewing selection criteria, selecting teams, and appointing team captains.
In addition, Walker will be liaising with counterparts in England, Scotland and Wales, and coordinating the Masters Home Internationals in collaboration with the Masters committee.
Squash Ireland CEO Scott Graham enthused: “Eugene is an experienced tournament director and received the Patrick Murray Award at the Squash Ireland Awards earlier this year.”
From his commitment to Squash Munster, Squash Ireland and his local club Celtic, to his role as tournament director for Masters, Senior and Junior events, Walker has been at the forefront of ensuring our competitions run smoothly and professionally.
His ability to manage these events with kindness, fairness and unwavering dedication has set the standard for tournament organisation in Ireland.
In addition, Walker will be liaising with counterparts in England, Scotland and Wales, and coordinating the Masters Home Internationals in collaboration with the Masters committee.