Development
CASE STUDIES 2008 - read on
Date posted: 10 Dec 2008
JO ROBINSON, COMMUNITY SQUASH & RACKETBALL COACH
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Squash in the Community - read on
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Back in the 1980's most people knew what squash was, even though some had never played themselves. Ask an average class of 30 primary schoolchildren today what squash is and, frighteningly, only 1 or 2 will be able to describe it, let alone play it!
This is being redressed in the London and Surrey area with recently-appointed part-time Community Squash Coach, Jo Robinson, delivering the Mini Squash Programme to between 1,500-2,000 primary and secondary schoolchildren since September 2006.
Children aged between 6-15 years old from 19 schools in Thornton Heath, South Norwood, Croydon, Wallington, Carshalton and Guildford areas have enjoyed their first taste of squash in their School Halls or playgrounds with fun, progressive 5-6 week whole-class curriculum, 'taster' or After-School Club sessions, linked to the National Curriculum syllabus.
Find out about development in the current South East Newsletter
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Download the latest England Squash South East Newsletter which keeps you up to date with all that's England Squash in the South East.
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Recent Development in Surrey Squash - read on
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Development of squash in Surrey continues to progress with the help of many enthusiastic club volunteers and our new England Squash Area Manager, Nick Metcalf. The England Squash Club Charter Scheme continues to flourish and provides clubs in the county with a framework to develop.
Awards for all - Grants for club development
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
We have been alerted to the fact that there has been significant under spend on Awards for All grants and that valid applications will be looked upon favourably up to the end of March 2006, when any remaining funds will be redistributed outside of sport. You can apply for up to £5,000 to help with projects at your club with the focus being on projects that encourage extra community participation.
For more information visit www.awardsforall.org.uk or call your Area Manager, Nick Metcalf.
Player Profile - David Wardle
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Surrey's David Wardle gets a special mention in this edition following a fantastic recent run of results. The highlight was victory in the US Junior Open Under 13's, which was followed by victory in both the Scottish and Irish Junior Opens. Following a five game battle in the 3rd round David made a quarterfinal appearance in the British Open where he lost out in 5 games to the tournament runner-up. David and sister Emma received some welcome exposure for themselves and junior squash in a recent TV news feature and both are benefiting from regular attendance at the SE Area Academies.
South East Area Academy - Stars of the future - read on
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
The England Squash Area Academies give talented young players the chance to receive some expert coaching and gain a real insight into what it takes to become a professional squash player. With selection based on National Rankings, County Closed and Area Closed results, players' form is monitored constantly over the season, ensuring that the best young talent gets a chance to train at the Academies. One of the goals is a chance to represent the South East in the Inter Area Academy Tournament at the National Squash Centre on April 8/9th, where the six Areas will battle it out and the youngsters will have the chance to impress the coaches and potentially progress to the National Academy set-up and ultimately to represent their country. Area Coach: Ian Robinson.
Club Charter - Developing Clubs for the Future - read on
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Two recent additions to the England Squash Chartered Club Network in the South East are reaping the rewards that the Club Charter can bring. Club Kingswood in Essex was recently awarded the Silver Club Charter in recognition of their effective club management and the wide range of National Coaching Scheme Programmes available at the Club.
Mini Squash
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Mini Squash is also beginning to flourish, introducing the game to younger children. Many clubs are involved including Foxhills. Dragons Purley, Ebbisham, and Leatherhead Leisure centre, and work is in process on developing local Mini Squash circuits in areas where several clubs are promoting the game.
Graded Events
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
Graded Events are also beginning to take place across the county. These are for players who have registered their grade on the esgrading website and they play against players within the same grade at an open tournament. Clubs including Wimbledon Rackets & Fitness, Esporta Croydon and Ebbisham have run several highly successful graded tournaments which offer players a new level of competition and the chance to play against more diverse opposition.
Registered Coaches - read on
Date posted: 26 Sep 2008
All registered coaches have now received details regarding the coaches' licence and have been granted a provisional licence for a year. To receive their full licence, coaches must be qualified, insured and have attended First Aid, Child Protection and Equity training courses. The aim of this scheme which is being run by England Squash is to ensure that all coaches are trained to a level that matches the responsibility they hold.