This year’s AGM will commence at 12.30pm on Sunday, 25th May 2025 in Irish Sport HQ, Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, D15 DY62.
The meeting will be in person.
Relevant documents, including the financial statements and annual report, will be uploaded via the links below. Printed versions will be made available at the AGM.
We look forward to as many members as possible participating in the interests of the game of Squash. Please complete the attached pre-registration form if you are intending to attend the AGM – View form.
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 1st 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.
Squash Ireland is on the hunt for a Social Media Manager for approximately 10 hours per week, with a flair for content creation, design and creative writing to energise our online presence across all platforms. If you love sport, live and breathe social media, and know how to drive engagement through standout content- we want to hear from you! Ideally, you’ll know the ins and outs of squash and be able to travel to capture the buzz at tournaments and events.
Contact [email protected] with your CV and examples of your best work.
At Squash Ireland, we believe that sport should be for everyone. That’s why we’re excited to launch a new initiative designed to elevate and expand female participation in squash across the country.
We’re calling on all clubs to appoint a Women & Girls in Squash Champion – a passionate volunteer who will help drive inclusion, representation, and community for women and girls in squash.
This new voluntary role is a key part of our Women in Sport strategy. Each club is invited to nominate one woman to act as their Champion, serving as a vital link between their local club and Squash Ireland.
Role Responsibilities include:
This is not a time-heavy commitment – it’s about passion, advocacy, and building community.
If your club already has someone fulfilling this role (eg. lady captain, women’s activity head coach), simply share her details with us and we’ll add her to the national network.
If not, you can still get involved – and yes, you may nominate a man if no woman is available.
This initiative is about building momentum, sharing success, and making sure women’s voices are heard. By getting involved, clubs can help inspire more women and girls to take part in squash – not just as players, but as coaches, officials, and leaders. This is how we grow the game and create a more inclusive future for all.
Ready to take the next step? Nominate your Champion today by filling in the form here below.
Following the nomination deadline, we’ll host the first Women & Girls in Squash Network Meeting – a friendly and informal space to connect, share ideas, and shape the future together.
Let’s work together to inspire change. Get involved. Make a difference. Lead the change.
Join Us for the Squash Coaching Conference 2025!
📍 Clayton Hotel, Burlington Rd
📅 May 24th, 9.30am-3pm
Theme: Empowering the Next Generation – Coaching Juniors for Success
Calling all coaches, club leaders, and squash enthusiasts – this is your chance to sharpen your coaching skills, connect with fellow professionals, and be inspired!
What’s in Store?
✅ Inspiring Keynotes – National team coach Arthur Gaskin shares insights on developing young squash talent
✅ Interactive Workshop – Practical strategies with Eddie Murphy and coaching tutors
✅ Panel Discussion – Real-world ideas from top clubs on growing junior participation
✅ Networking & Irish Open Finals Viewing – Learn, connect, and celebrate the game!
Spaces are limited – reserve your spot today!
The Ireland Women’s team of Hannah Craig, Hannah McGugan, Aimee McConnell, and Lydia McQuillan claimed the bronze medal at the European Team Championships Division 2 in Wrocław, Poland.
The team emerged from Pool B with wins over Portugal and Slovenia, which saw them progress to the medal matches. A narrow loss to the Netherlands teed up a match against Italy in the battle for bronze.
Hannah Craig was up first against Cristina Tartarone of Italy. Tartarone took the first game 12-10, Craig fought back in the second winning 11-9. The back and forth continued but in a nail biting finish Craig took the fifth game 11-9 to get Ireland off to a winning start. Aimee McConnell sealed the win with a convincing 3-0 win over Beatrice Filippi in just 23 minutes.
The result was a major positive for the squad, with Aimee McConnell and Lydia McQuillan both earning their first senior caps for Ireland showing the strength in depth of the squad.
Ireland Men Relegated Despite Win Over World #7
The Ireland Men’s team finished 11th in Division 1, resulting in relegation to Division 2 next year. The team of Sam Buckley, Conor Moran, Michael Creavan, Oisin Logan, and Sean Conroy got off to a promising start as Conroy opened the scoring with a win over Rory Richmond of Scotland.
Sam Buckley, with a world ranking of 116, was next on court, playing exceptional squash against world number 18, Greg Lobban. A five-game thriller unfolded over the next hour, with Lobban eventually edging out Buckley. Narrow losses by Michael Creavan (against Alan Clyne) and Conor Moran, ranked 217, (against Rory Stewart, ranked 55) meant that Ireland lost the tie.
Motivated by a chance to reach the top 8, and buoyed by their performance the previous day, Ireland faced 44-time champions England with grit and determination. Oisin Logan suffered an early loss to world number 66 Tom Walsh.
Next up, Sam Buckley took on world number 7, Marwan Elshorbagy. Buckley had the Englishman under pressure from the outset, with the pair trading blows in a tight first game. Elshorbagy edged it 20–18, then took the second quickly. However, Buckley staged a remarkable comeback, taking the next three games 11–4, 11–9, 11–7. The win will go down as one of the greatest upsets in European Team Championship history and serves as a huge confidence boost for Buckley and the entire Ireland squad.
Michael Creavan followed, facing world number 33 Curtis Malik. Creavan took an early lead, winning the first two games 11–8, 11–7. England looked shaken, staring down the barrel of an early exit. But to his credit, Malik fought back and claimed the next three games 11–5, 11–8, 11–3. Creavan can be proud of a performance that raised his game to new heights.
Conor Moran was the final Irish player to take the court, facing rising star and world number 35, Jonah Bryant. Moran lost the first game 11–2 but had Bryant under pressure in the second and third, holding the lead at times with opportunities to win. However, it wasn’t to be, as Bryant sealed the win for England.
After the emotional high of pushing two of the top teams so close, Ireland struggled in the 9th–12th place playoffs, as fatigue began to take its toll. They tied with Belgium and lost to Hungary on Friday. A win over Israel wasn’t enough to retain a place in Division 1.
It was a rollercoaster campaign for the Ireland men’s team. However, they gained valuable experience and showed they are capable of competing with some of the world’s best players.
Full results here
A new capital funding opportunity has just been launched under the CLÁR 2025 Programme, offering grants from €5,000 to €65,000 to support the development of community and sports facilities in areas experiencing population decline.
Areas targeted under the CLÁR Programme are parts of counties: Carlow, Cavan, Clare, Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Laois, Limerick, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Offaly, Roscommon, Sligo, Tipperary, and Waterford, Westmeath, Wicklow and all of County Leitrim. A national map of CLÁR areas, together with individual county maps, is available hereIf your club is considering facility upgrades—such as renovations, building new courts, a club gym, improving access, improving energy efficiency, or completing other capital works, I would encourage you to review the eligibility criteria and the associated maps.
If you believe your club could benefit from this funding, I recommend exploring the map of eligible CLÁR areas and contacting your Local Authority to discuss the application process.
For assistance you can also contact a member of our Development Team or book an appointment – Club Development Officers contactsSquashLevels and Squash Ireland have developed a partnership and are excited to share the benefits it will bring to you as a player. SquashLevels is a global squash rating system that provides up-to-date ratings, rankings, seedings, and other valuable information for players at all levels.
With SquashLevels, you can track your progress over time, compare your performance with other players, and see where you stand in both global and national rankings.
To support this, we will be sharing members’ historic match results from Squash Ireland tournaments and leagues from the past season, as well as future results, with SquashLevels. This will enable them to calibrate and produce more accurate ratings and rankings.
Squash Ireland’s Data Protection Policy has been updated to reflect the sharing of results with SquashLevels, in the interest of providing improved services to our members.
For more on SquashLevels click here
Squash Ireland is proud to announce the launch of our comprehensive Club Governance and Development Toolkit, a pivotal resource designed to empower squash clubs across Ireland. This toolkit provides essential guidance and practical tools to enhance club operations, ensuring sustainable growth and effective management.
The toolkit covers topics from starting a club or a junior section, to managing finances, volunteers and members, from club committee and meetings, to marketing and communication.
This initiative aligns with Squash Ireland’s Strategic Plan for 2022-2027 “Connect the Dot” – strategic pillar for Participation and Growth – , aiming to modernise and professionalise the sport nationwide. By equipping clubs with these resources, we strive to create vibrant, multi-generational facilities that position squash as an accessible and healthy lifestyle choice for all.
Squash Ireland CEO Scott Graham promoted the delivery of a club development toolkit. “Clubs and volunteers are the engine room for the development and growth of sport.” Scott commented. “Through this toolkit, we aim to provide a range of resources that will benefit club committees and volunteers in their mission to get more people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds playing the great game of squash.”
We encourage all club administrators, coaches, and members to explore the toolkit and leverage its contents to foster a thriving squash community. Together, we can elevate the standard of squash governance and development across Ireland.
Information contained in the toolkit is provided on different pages on the website listed here below:
