2017-2018 Squash Program Guide 1
Contents 3 From the Committee Chair 4 Squash Mission Statement 4 Squash Committee 4 Professional Staff 5 Rules and Information 6 Getting Involved in the Squash Program 6 Squash for New Members Clinic 6 Private Lessons for Singles and Doubles Squash 6 Reciprocal Squash Club Privileges 7 Adult Squash 11 Junior Squash How to Get Involved in the Squash Program (Page 6) Stanley W. Pearson Member Guest Championship (Page 9) 2 Junior Squash (Page 11) Squash Socials (Page 9)
From the Committee Chair Dear Members, Please turn your attention to another exciting squash season inside the walls of The Philadelphia Cricket Club! As the oldest, and arguably finest, family-oriented private club in the country, PCC is proud to offer an incredible array of squash programming steeped in tradition and sportsmanship, orchestrated by a world-class staff, and delivered in one of the most modern squash facilities on earth. Whether you re considering taking your first lesson or dusting off your racquets and shoes after years of play, PCC Squash has something for you! From instructional lessons to casual pick-up games, morning clinics to evening leagues, and social and competitive events that are the talk of the town, PCC offers opportunities for individuals and families, women and men, adults and juniors, singles and doubles players to engage in the great sport of squash. To that end, your PCC Squash Committee and professional staff continue to develop the programs, technologies, metrics and services that provide you, our fellow members, with the finest and most enjoyable squash experience anywhere. Of special note this season, PCC is proud to partner with US Squash and the Philadelphia Squash Racquets Association to bring you three of the most prestigious tournaments in the country: 2017 U.S. Open Squash Championships - 1st & 2nd Round Qualifiers (October 5 & 6, 2017) presented by Macquarie Investment Management 2018 U.S. High School Team Squash Championships (February 2-4, 2018) 2018 U.S. National Squash Championships (March 9-11, 2018) S.L. Green U.S. Men s Closed, U.S. Women s Closed, U.S. Open Age Group Masters So, get out those racquets and turn to this guide (and the PCC website) as a resource for all things squash during the 2017-2018 season. As always, we encourage you to contact our incredible Director of Squash, Julieanne Harris, or her staff, or any of your volunteer committee members to find a game, make a suggestion, and get involved. Warm Regards, Stephen S. Gregg Squash Committee Chair stevegregg@squashsmarts.org 3
Squash Mission Statement The mission of The Philadelphia Cricket Club Squash Program is to promote and support programming for all levels and ages of players junior and adult, beginner, intermediate and advanced. We will provide a superior program for all types of play instructional, social, competitive, league and tournament. We have a state of the art athletic facility with court availability and amenities to meet members interests and needs, integrated with an inviting and comfortable social venue. The Club is devoted to preserve and enhance our national reputation in squash. Squash Committee Stephen Gregg, Chairman Bruce Glendinning Bruce Givnish Chrisy Jones John Lisko Priscilla Lukens Stephanie Walters Maureen Ward Professional Staff Director of Squash Julieanne Harris - ext. 430 pcsquash@philacricket.com Head Squash Professional Bill Lane - ext. 435 blane@philacricket.com Assistant Director of Junior Development Squash Professional Parth Sharma - ext. 445 psharma@philacricket.com Asst. Director of Squash Business Development Squash Professional Sujat Barua ext. 440 sbarua@philacricket.com Main Club Telephone Number: (215) 247-6001 Squash Pro Shop - ext. 458 Squash Bar - ext. 456 4
Rules and Information Rules, Privileges, & Guests The rules implemented for the squash facilities are designed to ensure that all members have an enjoyable experience. Members of either Full, Golf-in-Waiting, or Intermediate membership levels can reserve courts and use the squash facility. Members must register and accompany their guests. A non-member may play squash as a guest at PCC on four occasions per calendar year. House members may pay guest fees and play up to four times during the calendar year. Guests, as well as members, are asked to obey Club rules regarding all-white attire, eye protection, non-marking shoes and player conduct. Facility Hours & Reservations The squash courts open at 6:00 am and close at 10:30 pm. Courts can be reserved online at philacricket.com. If you have difficulty reserving a court online, the squash or tennis pro shop attendant will be happy to assist you. Full, Golf-in-Waiting, and Intermediate members can reserve courts up to seven days in advance. Members are not permitted to reserve a court consecutively or to reserve different courts back-to-back in order to increase playing time. Please claim your reserved court within 10 minutes of start time. There should be two names signed up for every singles court and four for every doubles court. You may sign up to practice by yourself without a partner before 5:15 pm or after 8:15 pm. However, during the primetime period of 5:15 pm - 8:15 pm, you must have a playing partner. cancelled match. Members must sign in guests at the pro shop before play commences. The guest fee is $15 and applies to each player who is not a Full, Golf-in-Waiting, or Intermediate PCC member. White Attire & Eye Protection The Philadelphia Cricket Club asks that all players adhere to the allwhite attire rule. Clothing may have up to 10% color. All players must wear white clothing or they will be asked to leave the court until they comply with the rule. Players must wear non-marking squash or tennis shoes. Black soles or other soles that leave marks are not permitted and running shoes are strictly prohibited. For the safety of the players, protective eyewear is mandatory on court for adult and junior players. Multiple infractions of the white attire and protective eyewear rules may result in loss of privileges. Sportsmanship For your enjoyment of the game, the Club promotes a culture of good sportsmanship. It is very important that all players comport themselves in a responsible and sportsmanlike manner, whether they are playing competitive or social squash at The Philadelphia Cricket Club or at another facility. Poor sportsmanship is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Coaches are authorized to take whatever measures are required under the circumstances to make sure that all PCC players behavior is beyond reproach. Players, and the parents of junior players, should always be respectful of opponents, referees, and spectators. Court Cancellation & Guest Policy If you need to cancel a squash court reservation, please contact the pro shop to cancel it as early as possible so other members have the ability to reserve the court. League captains are responsible for cancelling team courts by calling the pro shop by 4:00 pm the day of the 5 Mobile Phone Usage The use of mobile phones is prohibited in the Club s squash facilities if you are within earshot of others. To receive or make calls, please take your phone outside.
Getting Involved in the Squash Program Singles squash is attractive to many people because of the vigorous workout it provides. Players can get a good workout in only 45 minutes. Doubles is equally enjoyable and appealing to all ages due to the social, team-oriented nature of the game. Squash is simple to learn. There is one basic grip and one spin applied to the ball. Putting the ball in play is easy and a beginner can soon serve as effectively as an expert. In short order, two novices can rally, learn the essential rules, and play real games. Moreover, because the basic swing is not technically demanding, one can become an accomplished squash player without taking up the game early in life. At The Philadelphia Cricket Club, players learn the game through clinics, private lessons and social play. The Club has activities for players of all ages and levels of play. So whether you are looking for informal, low-pressure social play or are determined to take your game to the next level, PCC has programming for your needs. To tour the Squash Facility and discuss your squash needs, please see PCC s Director of Squash, Julieanne Harris. Her office is at the PCC Squash Facility. Please contact Julieanne at PCC at 215-247-6001 ext. 430, by email at pcsquash@philacricket.com or by cell phone at 215-877-3250. Squash for New Members New Member Squash Introduction Clinic Saturday, September 9, 2017 11:00 am 12:00 pm Private Lessons for Singles and Doubles Private instruction is available to all members. Members should contact one of our squash professionals directly as they control their own schedules. Lessons must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance or you will be billed for the lesson. $70.00 for 60-minute lesson $55.00 for 45-minute lesson $30.00 for 45-minute lesson, semi-private $45.00 for 30-minute lesson Reciprocal Squash Club Privileges While traveling PCC members will be able to play squash at any of the following clubs: Buffalo Tennis and Squash Club Detroit Athletic Club Los Angeles Athletic Club The Multnomah Athletic Club Portland The Penn Club of New York University Club of Boston University Club of Chicago University Club of San Francisco For more information, please contact Julieanne at 215-247-6001 ext. 430. All adult new members are welcome! This is an introductory squash clinic for adults who have little or no background in squash. Learn the rules, the basic swing, movement patterns, and everything else you need to get off on the right foot. 6
Adult Squash PCC has one of the most robust social and competitive adult squash programs in the United States. Whether you re new to the game, an avid amateur, or among the club s list of national champions, our professional staff offer an array of programs, clinics, lessons, leagues and tournaments and the latest equipment to suit every man and woman in both singles and doubles. Highlights: Monthly Squash Socials, PSRA League Teams, Mystery Mixed and Member- Guest doubles, Singles & Doubles Club Championships and the annual Shoe Game are among the can t miss adult squash activities! Adult Clinics Begin Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Ongoing throughout season. Participants improve their singles squash skills in a series of drills, games, and fitness. Please call Bill Lane at ext. 435 if you need more information about this program. Ladies clinics are for Level C and D players. Men s clinics are for beginner players. $22 per 60-minute clinic All clinic groups must have a minimum of four participants signed up 1-week prior for the clinic to take place. If you would like to arrange a private clinic, please call Bill Lane at ext. 430. 7
Introduction to Doubles Play Saturday, September 23, 2017 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Men and Women with some squash experience are invited to join this introduction to doubles at no charge. Adult Singles and Doubles Preseason Training Participants will drill, work on their footwork and shot selections. Singles: September 19, 21, 26 & 28-6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Doubles: September 20 & 27-6:30 pm - 8:00 pm September 23 & 30-4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Cost: $33.00 per session Tickets are $38 for Section 103, with 50% of each ticket sale going to SquashSmarts, an inner-city Philadelphia squash and education youth mentoring program. Tickets may be purchased at phillies.com/squash. We hope that a large contingent from PCC comes out to show the Club s enthusiastic support for this worthy cause! 2017 U.S. Open Squash Championships Qualifiers Presented by Macquarie Investment Management Thursday, October 6, 2017 12:00pm - 9:00 pm Friday, October 7, 2017 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Members are invited to see some of the best men s and women s squash in the world play the 1st & 2nd Round Qualifiers. PCC Night at the 2017 U.S. Squash Open Championships at Drexel University Presented by Macquarie Investment Management Thursday, October 12, 2017 Members will see two men s and women s quarterfinal matches featuring top-ranked touring pros. Adult Events Squash Night @ The Phillies Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday, September 20, 2017 The Philadelphia Squash Racquets Association (PSRA) is pleased to announce Squash Night @ The Phillies on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. The Philadelphia Phillies play the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park. The first pitch will be thrown out by a local squash player at 6:30 pm and the game will begin at 7:05 pm. Price Included Child $45 Admission and reserved wall viewing Child $60 Admission and reserved wall viewing with food/ beverage Adult $65 Admission and reserved wall viewing Adult $90 Admission and reserved wall viewing with food/ beverage Please do not wait until the last minute to sign up. Space is limited. Contact Joyce in the Tennis Shop at 215-247-6290 or sign up online through the PCC website. 8
Adult Season Kickoff Round Robin Friday, September 22, 2017 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm All PCC adult members are invited to the PCC Squash Season Opener for singles and doubles. Sign up online through the PCC Club Calendar. The Philadelphia Cricket Club vs. Germantown Cricket Club Challenge at PCC Sunday, October 22, 2017 3:00 pm This is a team challenge match for players from A-C levels, in both singles and doubles. Participation is by invitation. Halloween Doubles Friday, October 27, 2017 6:00 pm Handicaps will be assessed by the Tournament Committee. Member/Member only; all levels of play. Submit a team or we will match you up. Halloween costumes optional. Sign up by October 24. Stanley W. Pearson Member/Guest Doubles January 19-21, 2018 All members are encouraged to join in the doubles social event of the year. Partner must be a guest from outside the Club. Players of all levels (A, Super B, B, and C) are welcome. Guests are invited to the the Saturday night tournament dinner. Tournament Directors: Stephen Gregg and Duncan Pearson. Weekly Squash Socials Throughout the season we offer Women s and Men s Singles and Doubles Social Evenings. Men s Adult Squash Socials Men s C and D Level Socials will take place every Wednesday evening at 8:00 pm under the guidance of Buck Reitmeyer, beginning, September 13, 2017. Women s Adult Squash Socials Women of all levels of play, beginner and up, come together Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm. Julieanne Harris will coordinate the ladies play beginning Thursday, September 14, 2017. Alumni Shoe Game Saturday, December 24, 2017 12:00 pm play begins All graduates of the PCC Squash Program are invited to play in the Alumni Shoe Game. Sign up online or with Julieanne at 215-247- 6001 ext. 430 by December 23, 2017. Friday Evening Family Squash Socials September 15, November 17, January 12 and February 23 6:00-8:00 pm Come out for a fun evening of squash with family and friends. No charge. 9
Mystery Mixed Doubles Championship Sunday, November 19, 2017 Open to all PCC members and players of all levels are encouraged to participate. The Tournament Committee selects your partner in order to make all teams competitive. There will be one division of play with a consolation event. Participants must be able to complete all of their matches at the assigned times. Join us for squash, refreshments, and friendly competition. Participants play several rounds of backhand and forehand Shoe, a favorite PCC game. Finalists play off, with the winner s name being added to the St. Patrick's Day Plaque. Sign up with Julieanne at 215-247-6001 ext. 430 by Monday, March 12, 2018. 2018 U.S. High School Team Squash Championships February 2-4, 2018 PCC is proud to welcome teams from around the nation as they compete for the top honor in high school squash. PCC Squash Club Championship Finals Night Wednesday & Thursday, April 4 & 5, 2018 The finals of the men s and women s singles and doubles club championships will be hotly contested on court. 2018 U.S. National Squash Championships (March 9-11, 2018) S.L. Green U.S. Men s Closed, U.S. Women s Closed, U.S. Open Age Group Masters The SL Green U.S. Men s Championship and U.S. Women s Championship (Singles) March 9-11, 2018 PCC will be hosting this event and invites the membership to participate and attend. Contact Julieanne Harris for more information. St. Patrick s Day Adult Shoe Game Saturday, March 17, 2018 10:00 am PCC Squash Banquet & Awards (Adults) Thursday, April 5, 2018 Adults and spouses are invited to gather for Finals Night and then toast to a great season of squash. SquashSmarts BestShotBall Saturday, April 28, 2018 3 rd annual squash, golf, tennis and charity fund raising competition and cocktail party featuring 100 athletes and 200 guests from around the region supporting the SquashSmarts youth program. Adult League Play Julieanne Harris - League Representative and Coordinator PSRA Interclub Team Singles and Doubles Leagues (Fall & Winter) PCC is proud to field competitive teams across all of our local signgles and doubles. leagues. These interclub leagues are coordinated by the Philadelphia Squash Racquets Association (PSRA) and consist of weekly home and away matches during the fall and winter seasons. Interclub teams are for players who enjoy hosting and traveling to other clubs. Participants must be current U.S. Squash members. Doubles teams typically have a roster of six players. Singles teams typically consist of a roster of four players. Super Senior (60+) Doubles teams require four players per roster. Players can mix and match any members of your team, for each match. Members serve as volunteer captains to coordinate play. 10
Junior Squash PCC has a long and storied junior squash tradition that engages children of all ages and abilities with the goal of creating excellent, well-rounded athletes who learn, improve and enjoy the game while progressing through our proven instructional system. Our talented staff offer clinics, lessons, adult/child events, Interclub matches and training squads. Highlights: girls and boys are encouraged to participate in weekly squads, the Junior Squash Club Championship and the year-end Junior Squash Awards Banquet! Junior Social Play Junior Kickoff with Pizza and Parent Meeting Sunday, September 10, 2017 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Sign up to participate in the PSRA Junior Interclub League. Pizza will be served following matches. Junior Social Round Robins Sunday afternoons starting September 17, 2017. 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Pre-Tournament and Bronze level players. All ages. 11
Advanced Shoe Game Monday, February 12, 2018 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Beginner and Intermediate Shoe Game Monday, February 19, 2018 6:00 pm 8:00 pm One of our most popular events, the game of Shoe is unique to PCC. Junior Clinics Begins Tuesday, September 5, 2017 Ongoing throughout season. Junior clinics fill quickly. You may call or visit the Squash Office to sign up. Please talk to Julieanne or one of the pros to make sure your child is enrolled in an appropriate clinic. Clinics will run in sessions of three consecutive weeks beginning September 5, 2017. Cost: $51 for each clinic series. A series consists of three consecutive 45-minute clinics. Clinic Schedule Day Group Time Mon. Intermediate I 3:45-4:30pm Tues. Intermediate III 3:45-4:30pm Tues. Intermediate II 4:30-5:15pm Wed. Little Squash I 3:00-3:45pm Wed. Little Squash II 3:45-4:30pm Wed. Little Squash III 4:30-5:15pm Thurs. Advanced I 3:45-4:30pm Thurs. Advanced II 4:30-5:15pm Sat. Beginner / Intermediate 3:00 3:45pm 12
Junior League Play Bill Lane - League Representative and Coordinator Junior PSRA Interclub Team The PSRA limits PCC to one advanced, one intermediate, and two beginner teams. Over the past few years, interest at the junior level has grown to a point where some players are unable to get matches on an Interclub team because team rosters are so large. All players wishing to participate in the PSRA Junior Team must become members of US Squash. To join or to renew your membership, log into the US Squash website (www.ussquash.com). Matches take place on Sundays. Participant commitment will be approximately one match per three weeks. Junior Camps Holiday Camp December 18-22 and 26-29, 2017 Summer Camp June 11-15 and June 18-22, 2018 Beginner Intermediate & Advanced Super Advanced 3:00pm - 4:00pm 10:00am 4:00pm provided per demand PCC has a long tradition of fielding talented and engaged junior squash players of all ages. US Squash Tournament and Ranking Requirements Any junior who wishes to compete in sanctioned tournaments must become a member of US Squash. To be ranked in your age division, you must pass the US Squash rules test. The divisions of play are under 11, 13, 15, 17, and 19. The Rules Examination is available from US Squash on their website. For more information about US Squash Rankings for junior players, go to www.ussquash.com/ juniors/guidelines/. 13
Training Groups for Tournament Competitors Tournament Training Groups Red, Black, Yellow and Green September through April By Invitation The Club provides afternoon and evening training for highly motivated and committed junior tournament players. Juniors who have exhibited high participation in competitive play, shown good sportsmanship and maturity, practiced conscientiously, and maintained a record of achievement will be invited to participate. Principal factors in squad assignment are US Squash player rankings, the individual s past success in attending and contributing to a training group, the ability of a player to do the drills and adapt to the conditions of a particular squad, and the player s willingness to follow instructions, perform with maximum effort, and accept coaching advice. Players are placed in one of three groups: Red, Black, Green or Yellow. Participants will play Challenge Ladder matches as directed by the squad leader. Results from the challenge matches along with attendance and attitude will determine if a player should be moved up or down a squad group for the following month of training. Our aim is to place squad participants in a training environment that will consistently motivate them to train harder and to improve. Tournament Group Training Schedule Red Group Black Group Yellow & Green Groups $26 per 75 minute session $31 per 90 minute session $42 per 120 minute session Junior Club Tournaments Junior Singles Championships Beginning October 15, 2017 Monday & Wednesday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday & Friday 7:00-9:00pm 7:00-9:00pm 6:00-7:15pm 5:15-6:45pm Participants must be Squash Privilege Members at PCC. Boys and girls 8 through 14 will play their matches during clinic and training squads. Boys and girls under 15 through 19 age divisions will have matches scheduled with time limits for each round. Divisions with less than four participants will be combined with the next age group. Sign up at the Tennis Pro Shop at 215-247-6290. No charge. PCC Junior Squash Banquet & Awards Sunday, May 6, 2018 Kids of all ages and their families rally together for this annual awards dinner in the ball room celebrating the year in junior squash! 14