The Court Reporter
Squash BC postpones upcoming BC Mixed Doubles Championship and additional recommendations re:
COVID-19 Advisory 

Dear Squash Community,

Squash BC has been evaluating the news on the latest advisories on COVID-19, specifically from the Public Health Authority of Canada (PHAC), the Canadian Sport Institute (CSI), and Squash Canada, and its impact on sporting events.

Please be advised that the Squash BC Board of Directors have voted unanimously to postpone its upcoming BC Mixed Doubles Championship later this month and very strongly recommends that host clubs for the remaining sanctioned tournaments in the current squash season be postponed or cancelled until further notice. The Squash BC Board strongly recommends the singles and doubles league organizations in BC to postpone or cancel any playoff events where there are large gatherings of people.

Squash BC continues to monitor the situation with the COVID-19 virus. We realize this decision may be disappointing to players and the clubs involved. Squash BC values its players, coaches, officials, and volunteers and are putting our squash community's health and safety first. We will collaborate with clubs and leagues to support postponed events.

As per the PHAC, some reminders to protect yourself and prevent spread of illness include:
- Frequent hand washing with soap and water (for at least 20 seconds)
- Avoid touching your face, eyes, mouth with unwashed hands
- Covering both your nose and mouth when coughing. Try to cough or sneeze in to your arm, away from others, or into disposable tissue or in the crease of your elbow. Wash your hands immediately afterwards.
- Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness
- Avoid handshakes and hugs
- If you feel sick or start to experience common symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath) please contact your doctor's office. 

We thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay healthy!

Sincerely,
Nancy Thompson
Executive Director
Squash BC

SQUASH CANADA
POSTPONES 5 UPCOMING CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS


Come Watch some great squash this weekend!
2020 BC Open Doubles Championships
March 10th -15th

Vancouver Lawn Tennis Club, Vancouver

Amazing matches will be seen this weekend at VLT and VRC

  Squash Canada offers
"Coach Professional Development" Webinar Series

Squash Canada is pleased to announce webinars as part of our new "Coach Professional Development Webinar Series".

Details on upcoming webinars (dates, topics, how to register & more) are linked below. Cost per webinar is $15.25!!
The 2020 Emerging Female Leaders in Squash:
 Jessica Evans and Trish Campbell
Cheam -Chilliwack ------- Bayside- Parksville
2020 Leaders of Women's Squash in the Province!
 
Congratulations ladies!!
"Jessica and Trish proved to be outstanding leaders in their communities in promoting squash to women and girls. Clubs rely on their volunteer hours to organize events such as women's squash clinics, leagues, fun tournaments and socials.
We really appreciate the time and effort from these individuals to connect
with the squash community"
  • Shelley Neil, Chair of the Women & Girls in Squash Committee.
Save the Date!
Squash BC Annual General Meeting on May 23, 2020
 

Squash BC will be holding its Annual General Meeting on May 23, 2020 in Vancouver.  
 
Please save the date! Our new leadership staff team is looking forward to meeting and speaking with members and discussing the direction that Squash BC is taking in growing our sport. 
 

Recipe of the month:

Energy Balls


Future Tournament Status:
  • 2020 BC Mixed Doubles Championships - cancelled
  • 2020 Nicola Wealth Management -West Coast Squash Academy Junior Open - pending?
  • 2020 Hollyburn Junior Classic - cancelled
  • 2020 Fraser Valley Tournament - cancelled
  • 2020 Canadian Junior Closed Championships - postponed
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