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SENIOR SQUASH

COVID-19 UPDATE – AUGUST 11TH – IRISH SQUASH

UPDATE ON COVID RESTRICTIONS FOR INDOOR SPORTS

Members of Irish Squash continue to attend weekly meetings with Sport Ireland, the Federation of Irish Sport and other indoor sport NGBs regarding the potential for change in current restrictions. Up until very recently, it is fair to say that we had no good news to report on. Therefore we welcome the confirmation from Minister of State for Sport, Jack Chambers, that a timeframe for easing of restrictions for indoor sports will be announced at the end of August. As we have done throughout the pandemic, we have to wait and see what the easing of restrictions will look like, before we can gain approval of our plans for squash from the Expert Group in Sport Ireland.

We will be planning a meaningful and sustainable return to squash for all our members which will fit alongside the Minister’s plan on how our society can “live with Covid”.

In the meantime, we ask you to support your clubs, get back on court for solo play or with a household member, organise a one-to-one coaching session (get ahead of the posse) and keep an eye on our website for further news.

 

Rosie Barry

 

President Irish Squash

 

SQUASH – WHAT IS ALLOWED 

 

FROM 7th JUNE

 

FOR YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY, REMEMBER!!!! SQUASH IS A VERY DIFFERENT DISCIPLINE TO ANY OTHER TRAINING AND YOU MUST PREPARE YOUR BODY BEFORE PRACTICE OR PLAY, EVEN IF YOU ARE USING THE BALL MACHINE.

 

WARM-UP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7si_4wdoQAI (NICK MATTHEW)

 

[1] Solo squash Practice  http://thesquashsite.com/squashskills-matthew-solo

I would urge all players to do a few Solo Practice Session to get your body engaged with Squash movement again.

 

[2] People from the same household can play Squash

[3] Individual coaching with Eoin Ryan. (Consider booking a session) 086 8182466

 

IRISH SQUASH STRATEGIC REVIEW – SURVEY 

President of Irish Squash Rosie Barry wrote to all members recently about the launch of a new strategic review being conducted by the Board.

We would love to have your input on the current state of Squash and its future and would very much appreciate if you could take 5 minutes to respond to our survey which is available by clicking on the link below.

We promise it is a short survey and we are not gathering personal details or tracking email contacts nor will be assigning individual comments in any reports generated.

If you have any additional comments or questions, please email us on the dedicated email: Strategicplan2021@irishsquash.com

Here’s the link: SURVEY 

 

REGISTER FOR FREE AND BEGIN YOUR REFEREEING JOURNEY TODAY

As you are aware the World Squash Officiating (WSO) platform:  www.worldsquashofficiating.com developed through a partnership between the WSF and the PSA, was recently launched and we are delighted that it has already started to gather momentum.   

There are now over 800 individuals from 70 countries registered on the platform who have begun their WSO officiating journey.  WSO starts with a basic rules test and works through to the highest level of elite refereeing, and it is encouraging to see that over 150 of those registered have already moved beyond the basic level and have attained the theory aspects of the more advanced levels. 

 

CLICK HERE FOR MORE 

 

SQUASH BALL MACHINE

A great addition to Squash! We have two squash ball machines for SENIOR Solo Practice, with one more to follow. This is a superb way to practice on your own. It is advised that all players wear squash goggles while using the ball machine.  

SQUASH COACHING VOUCHER

Give a gift of a Squash Coaching Lesson for Seniors and Juniors with Eoin Ryan 086 8182466

 

Drop into the Sports Shop or email squash@suttonltc.com 

 

SQUASH WEBSITES FOR YOUR INTEREST

Squash Site: http://thesquashsite.com

 

World Squash Federation: https://www.worldsquash.org

 

European Squash Federation: https://www.europeansquash.com

 

PSA Professional Squash Association: https://psaworldtour.com

 

THE SPORTS SHOP @ SUTTON LTC

SPECIALIZING IN ALL THINGS TENNIS AND SQUASH

PLEASE SHOP LOCALLY

We are back to normal

 

Opening Hours

Monday – Thursday 2.00 p.m. – 7.00 p.m.

Friday 11.00a.m. – 1.00 p.m. & 2.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m.

Saturday 11.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m.

Gym News

Teen Fitness Classes

As we are coming to the end of Summer, we will begin to wrap up our Teen fitness classes and we are delighted that they have gone so well throughout the summer and hope that we will be able to resume them in some manner as kids return to school. Our final week of Teen Classes will be the 23rd of August.  We would like to hear from parents to find out if there is a common day and time that your kids would still be interested in coming down to keep up the great progress they have made. Email us at gym@suttonltc.com with your suggestions and feedback and hopefully we can keep this running throughout the year.

Gym Feedback and Suggestions

We would like to hear from our members about how you currently feel about the gym and what we can do to improve your experience, We have already heard from many of our regulars who attend our classes about what classes they would like to see when restrictions are eased and have begun making plans for this. What else would you like to see when restrictions ease further? Here are some of the plans we have in mind so let us know if you think you would be interested in them or if you have other suggestions by emailing gym@suttonltc.com.

• Group Seminars on Training and Nutrition
• Monthly Challenges
• Technique Workshops
• Group Weight Lifting Sessions
• Strength and Conditioning Sessions

Class Changes

Please note that evening and weekend classes will not be running during the week of the 21st-28th of August to facilitate the Senior Tennis Open. Morning classes will run as normal. During this time, our trainers will be available in the evening so it will be a great time to get a program made for you in the gym so if you cannot attend a class you will still be able to get your workout in. Just book in by either speaking to one of the team or emailing us at gym@suttonltc.com

Club News

Congratulations to Sophie Dixon

Congratulations to Sophie Dix who will join the Wild Cats Northwestern University Field Hockey team in August having been awarded a Hockey Scholarship.

Sophie played tennis and Squash  in Sutton for many years and participated in competitive sailing for 10 years. 

Well done to Sophie, her mum Jean and dad Robert, who participated in the 1976 Montreal Olympics, representing Ireland in sailing, and all the family for their dedication and support.

Everyone at Sutton LTC wishes you well!

Bar

Bar is now open for indoor service. Please note, only fully vaccinated members can avail of the indoor service. You will need to present your certificate to the bar volunteer upon entrance. Please note the area in bar extension is reserved for players coming off the court. Lounge area can only be used by members in casual attire. If you are coming off the clay courts you will need to change your footwear to enter the lounge.

Checking In

Members can check in for their court bookings either via mobile phone or inside the lobby on the check-in terminals. There is also an option for any of the opponents to check in for the booking, it doesn’t need to be the booking holder. Please note, in the event of adverse weather where you couldn’t avail of your booking please send an email to the office and we will reimburse your booking fee.