2023 Summer Mailer USQ v4 pages

THE VOICES OF US SQUASH From increasing access to competing on the world stage, hear from members of our community about how we are growing squash

I have played squash for over 30 years and I have had wonderful opportunities at every level of the sport, but none compare to coaching the Thurgood Marshall Academy boys’ team during High School Nationals. Representing the first all-Black squash team to SIMBA compete at High School Nationals will go down as the MUHWATI most treasured moment in my career to date. We broke Director of Squash, barriers and made history while having an amazing time StreetSquash competing as a team—what can be better than that? “ EXPANDING ACCESS so everyone can enhance their well-being through squash It’s fantastic seeing kids of all backgrounds and ages coming into the Specter Center every day after school. Exposure is everything, and US Squash is doing a fantastic job getting kids in the door. If we’re going to grow, it needs to be from the ground up. We OLIVIA need to be part of the community, BLATCHFORD CLYNE and that’s exactly what’s happening World No. 13 & at the Specter Center. 2-time U.S. Champion “

US Squash is responding to surging junior participation through expanded coaching resources and by creating opportunities across levels and geographies. We want every junior player to have meaningful experiences in the sport, whether that means having an accessible LINDA court nearby to play for the first time, trying out a local ELRIANI ratings-based tournament, competing on a school US Squash Staff & team with their friends, or pursuing the sport at the Junior Parent “ “ highest level as part of our high-performance pipeline. BUILDING COMMUNITY across ages, genders, cultures and geographies Coming to squash as an adult, I have a special appreciation for what it’s brought me. The instant connection between squash players is incredible— whenever the sport comes up in conversation whether I’m at home in New York City or around the BOB country, people find instant common ground. Squash OSBORNE bridges gaps, and players know that the moment we Director, step onto the court, whatever is bothering us fades US Squash away as we enjoy time on court together. “

I’m so proud to be a part of this generation of American athletes, and I hope our success is an inspiration for future players. When I started my professional career, it was my dream to have a center with everything under one roof, and it’s incredible that US Squash has brought that to life at the Specter AMANDA Center. It was incredible to compete alongside my teammates SOBHY at the 2022 Women’s World Team Championships and have a World No. 5 & historic finish as the No. 2 women’s team. We are determined 6-Time U.S. Champion to go one step further and become the best in the world. “ EMPOWERING CHAMPIONS to allow Team USA to reach its full potential The US Squash High-Performance Program has provided an unprecedented support system for the nation’s top players, and future generations will continue to elevate our definition of success. With these resources now available, there is TIMMY finally a clear path to becoming a professional BROWNELL and a part of Team USA Squash at the highest level. I feel there has never been a better time to World No. 50 & “ “ 2022 U.S. Champion represent the country on the world stage.

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SUPPORTERS IN 2022! Junior Squash Scholastic Squash College Squash Adult Squash

Did you know? US Squash is a 501(c)(3) non-profit which relies on philanthropic support for more than 30% of its annual budget The US Squash Annual Fund provides 100% tax-deductible funding towards: Increasing Access Junior Squash Women & Girls Programs Scholastic Squash Coach Education College Squash Team USA & High-Performance Adult Squash CONSIDER MAKING A GIFT TODAY! We can't grow the sport without your support! Want to make a gift via check or wire? See the attached reply card and envelope with more information! Or visit: ussquash.org/support EIN #16-6050490 P.O. Box 38610 Philadelphia, PA 19104