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Happy New Year! Burgers and behavior! In this episode, Conor and Bill breakdown what makes for destination eating and appointment viewing. While debating showmanship vs. sportsmanship, we find that while the prodigious talent of teenage phenom Moustafa Asal may be rare, his on court antics certainly don't suit every squash fan's palate. So, take a listen to Bill and myself… trying to Break IT DOWN...

Jesse Engelbrecht is the current Director of squash at the Surrey Sports Park, specializing in coaching, management and consultation on all matters and levels of squash.    He is also the person behind the SquashMind app , a mental skills app and resource that is robust, easy to use, educational, enjoyable and affordable. SquashMind incorporates and links working on your sporting mind with your da...

INTRODUCING THE ‘QUICK FIRE’ SEGMENTS: This is where we ask each guest the same kind of questions broken into two sections. First, their thoughts on major areas of the sport of squash. And then two other areas that we learn more about their life. I love this section because I never know what people were going to say. And I've learned so much about the guests and new ways to try and do things.  So...

*** Announcement *** Squash FANS! We have two BIG announcements for Squash Radio. We are really excited and proud to be launching a new show called “The Breakdown” The other big news… we’ve added another Sponsor to Squash Radio!  The new show:  The Break Down Squash Radio is proud to introduce a new segment called “ The Breakdown” focused on current happenings in the world of squash. Your hosts, C...

Janet Hanson: Entrepreneur, Investor, & Author + proud Mother of a U.S. Champion (Chris Hanson) Do you spend enough time thinking about the ROI (return on investment) of a project, client or general use of your time? Some of us live by it, other 50/50 or even none at all.   But how much time do you spend thinking about the ROH (Return on Happiness!) of those same projects?  My guess is you are in...

INTRODUCING THE ‘QUICK FIRE’ SEGMENTS:  This is where we ask each guest the same kind of questions broken into two sections. First, their thoughts on major areas of the sport of squash. And then two other areas that we learn more about their life. I love this section because I never know what people were going to say. And I've learned so much about the guests and new ways to try and do things.  So...

Episode 21: Show Notes. Today we are very happy to welcome Kelsey Engman to Squash Radio! Kelsey is currently a counselor working in a school in Philadelphia, and we get to hear all about her current work as well as the important part that coaching squash has played in her life. Early on in our conversation, Kelsey underlines her feminist outlook, situating it in a broader fight against oppression...

INTRODUCING THE ‘QUICK FIRE’ SEGMENTS:  This is where we ask each guest the same kind of questions broken into two sections. First, their thoughts on major areas of the sport of squash. And then two other areas that we learn more about their life. I love this section because I never know what people were going to say. And I've learned so much about the guests and new ways to try and do things.   S...

We sit down and talk with the CEO of ProSportLED, Lee Witham.  If you don't know Lee or ProSportLED, you likely know the places he's worked such as, Yankee Stadium, Pepsi Center in Denver and University of Pennsylvania just to name a few.   ProSportLED is also a Sponsor of Squash Radio and we both aligned about the important of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  We cover a lot o...

Alix Williams is a passionate squash player who is a late bloomer to the game. After having three children, finding a new hobby to throw herself into was Top of Mind.  As luck would have it, a beginner Squash clinic at her club emerged at a fortunate time. Although its was “Google” that helped her learn the rules, she became fully addicted between the new ways she could challenge herself oncourt a...

Chanel Erasmus is a true squash fanatic, and a South African native who travelled to America to pursue her passion for the game.   Networking with other players helped bring awareness of the opportunities that were available across the pond. Playing squash in college was a first step in creating a career for Chanel. It was because of these relationships that she believes her life is where it is to...

For some quick background on our guest in this episode, here’s a quick overview, Hope Prockop is one of the most remarkable women involved in the Sport of Squash in the United States. At her core, Hope is the ultimate competitor and uses that drive to propel her through all avenues of the Sport.  Now, what make Hope so remarkable?  Hope has been involved in the sport in so many wide ranging ways. ...

For some quick background on our guest in this episode, here’s a quick overview. Lauren Patrizio Xaba is the Executive Director & Founder of SquashDrive, the Squash & Education Alliance program based out of Oakland, California. Lauren has been at the helm since 2009, leading the program to evolve & grow to increase their mission’s impact.  We cover a variety of topics from; what it's like navigati...

For a quick background on our guest in this episode, here’s an overview.   We connect with Wendy Lawrence, who recently retired as the Division 1, Head Men’s & Women’s Squash Coach of George Washington University.  While Wendy is originally from New York City, she has made Washington, DC her home for over 40 years and her efforts have helped put DC on the Squash Map. Wendy distinguished herself am...

We talk with Renato Paiva, who is the CEO, or Executive Director of Access Youth Academy in San Diego, California.  Access Youth is part of the Network of S-E-A, Squash Education Alliance, a non-profit After School Youth program, combing Squash training and Academic enrichment.   Renato, has been leading the charge in San Diego since 2007 and on top of his role with Access Youth, he’s been raising...

For some quick background on our guest in this episode, here’s a quick overview, We talk with David Kay, who is the CEO of MetroSquash, a thriving non-profit After Squash Youth Squash program, based in Chicago. During his 15 years at the helm of METRO Squash, he’s helped raised millions of dollar, built an permanent 10 Million home for the program, including 8 Squash courts, office space & classro...

In this episode we connect with James Dodson who launched his publishing career covering youth and poverty issues for Youth Communication and the RFK Memorial where he picked up the game.  He’s devoted to using squash to enrich the lives of young people.  And, in his new residence of Phoenix founded Arizona Squash, Inc.  He’s partnered with Empower College Prep, Grand Canyon University and the Fam...

Squash Radio explores squash in the South & teamed up with Richard Millman who recorded stories from Atlanta, Louisville and his new hometown in Chattanooga to share these great stories. The theme of this episode is building Squash.  We share snapshots of these communities where you will hear from a cast of characters all from different walks of life, different background even with different “jobs...

Do you know what’s happening next week in Squash? In celebration of the upcoming Women’s Squash week here’s a small clip from the latest episode of Squash Radio. Jen Gabler and Katline Cauwels share the fantastic developments going on with U.S. Women’s Squash Committee.   https://www.ussquash.com/women/ #squashIsfriendship #womensquashweek

Through a collaborative effort Jen & Katline Teamed up to design a program targeted for young female players to achieve excellence.  How you push yourself to achieve excellence on court, can have direct application off court as well! About Jen Gabler: Resides in the NY/CT area is the Co-Founder of The Refinery which runs accelerator programs & pitch competitions for Women Tech Entrepreneurs aimed...

In this episode, we talk shop with Jack Wyant who is the Head Coach of the Women’s Squash Team and Director of Squash at the University of Pennsylvania.  Wyant recently wrapped up his 13th season coaching at Penn Athletics and led his Team to back-to-back 2nd place finishes at the Collegiate Championships.  Jack is an experienced player himself, competing at the highest level in the Junior & Colle...

In this episode, we connect with Alan Thatcher, who has been helping to grow the Sport of Squash at all levels from the Professional Tour down to the grassroots.  Several years ago he launched www.squashmad.com which is a fantastic sources for news, articles, activities on how to the grow the sport but most recently he released a book he co-authored with Rod Gilmour called “Jahangir Khan 555: The...

‘from little acorns……’ The Piedmont Driving Club is an exalted institution of the old South. It occupies a stately position in mid-town Atlanta with its second, Golf club location in the South of Atlanta. For many years only members were ever allowed to grace its hallowed halls until one of its number, on falling in love with Squash during his undergraduate days at Penn, persuaded the club and its...

In this episode, we talk with Richard Elliott, who was the former Coach at Stanford University who’s women squash program has developed into a National Top 10 ranked program but Richard was there from the beginning when it all started.  Richard has been instrumental in the growth of squash on the West Coast, he shares his experiences and perspective on the growth of squash at the Junior and Colleg...

 Squash Radio is bringing the 'inside' of squash to life by serving up the best stories from Squash World.  In this new segment we call 'quick hits' we grabbed Dartmouth grad '13, Chris Hanson who hails from the NY/CT area after his new milestone accomplishment of becoming U.S. National Champion.