The Rally Roundup: January Newsletter

Rally Roundup Newsletter - January 2025

Happy New Year, Squash Enthusiasts!

In this newsletter, we are going to start with the upcoming national championships (because it is that season), call for nominations for the women’s Sportsmanship and Achievement Bowl awards, and highlight The Butternet, a new women’s team event in Portland, OR.

2025 U.S. Women’s Masters & Women’s Skill Level Squash Championships and the City Cup!

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Apr 4 - 6, 2025

The Women’s Singles Championships will again be held as a women’s only event, with both the Masters and the Skill Level draws being run in the same event.

You get to play in both events for the price of one!

And, we encourage you to play in both an age level division and a skill level division! If you play in both events, you will have at least 4 matches throughout the weekend. Matches will start at noon on Friday and everyone should expect to play on Friday as your matches will be spread out throughout the weekend so you have enough recovery time in between your matches.

The City Cup will be awarded to the city or region with the most number of points, awarded for both participation and wins. We will determine the cities/regions once the entries close so we can create similar sized regions. You will find out your region at the event and see the City Cup Leaderboard on the big screens!

So, gather all your women squash buddies, enter the event together, represent your city or region and enjoy the camaraderie, competition and social aspect of this tournament. Check out the pictures from last year.

Learn More and Register Now!

Call for Nominations for the Achievement Bowl and Sportsmanship Award

Each year, we ask the women’s squash community to nominate a woman deserving of either the Achievement Bowl or the Sportsmanship Trophy.

The Achievement Bowl, the oldest award in US Squash, is awarded to women who have made notable and profound contributions to the advancement of the women’s game.

The Feron’s Wedgwood Sportsmanship Trophy is awarded by the US Squash Women’s Committee to players who have shown exemplary sportsmanship on and off the court.

Past recipients can be found on the Women’s Awards page on the US Squash website. Last year’s recipients were Susan Greene (Achievement Bowl) and Carole Grunberg (Sportsmanship Award).

The award selection process starts with your nominations, which are presented to the US Squash Women's Committee for recommendations to the US Squash Board of Directors.

We will accept nominations through the end of February and then award recipients will be honored at the US National Women’s Masters and Skill Levels Tournament in Philadelphia during the weekend of April 12-14.

Nominate a Woman Today

The Butternut, The West Coast Women's Team Tournament

March 14-16

Portland, OR

We are proud to announce The Butternut, the first women’s west coast team tournament, to be held from March 14-16, 2025 at the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, OR. The Butternut is a celebration of women’s squash on the west coast and we invite everyone throughout the US and Canada to come play. Meet us in Portland for this great weekend of friendship, competition and camaraderie.

The Butternut is for women players (14+ years old) of all skill levels, with both 3-woman team format for singles and doubles draws. Play in one or both with the same entry fee.

Team Format and Details

Teams consist of 3 players, with each player competing against an opponent in the same ladder position.
Players may enter as a complete team or individually. We will match players to teams and teams with players.
Enter in one of the 4 divisions
A (4.0 and above)
B (3.3 - 3.99)
C (2.6 - 3.29)
D (2.59 and below)
At the end of the weekend, each division will crown a West Coast Champion 3-person team in celebration of their hard work and competitive spirit.
Cities entering three 3-person teams will also compete for the prestigious Eve Bachman Trophy, recognizing excellence in teamwork and sportsmanship.

Tournament Highlights

Matches will be held at MAC’s award-winning facility, featuring six singles and two doubles courts.
Players can expect 3-5 singles matches and 2-4 doubles matches over the weekend.
Enjoy Friday and Saturday night dinners, drinks, lunch, and snacks, all included for players and sponsors.
Exclusive discounted rates are available for participants at the Mark Spencer Hotel (just .7 miles from MAC).

Explore Portland

Make the most of your visit to Portland! MAC is conveniently located just a short walk from downtown’s vibrant amenities. From boutique shops and renowned restaurants to the iconic Powell’s City of Books, there’s plenty to explore nearby. For those seeking outdoor adventure, the stunning Columbia River Gorge is less than an hour’s drive away, offering breathtaking waterfalls and family-friendly hikes. This event is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and grow women’s squash while forging meaningful connections across cities and skill levels.

When signing up, let us know in the comments who is on your team and/or if you need a team or are looking for other players. Also, if you are signing up for singles and doubles, let us know if you need a doubles partner or who your partner is.

If you have any questions, please contact Dulce Ramirez.

Click on the events below to find out more and sign up:

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