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THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #29 ‘Magic Beans’ TEAM USA Sabrina Sobhy talks about huge upset at U.S. Open

TBD #29 is out!  We welcome U.S. star player Sabrina Sobhy, fresh off her spectacular run at the 2022 US Open in Philadelphia.  We talk to Sabrina about her squash career, her magical win over Hania El Hammamy, along with her love of art and all things Harry Potter!   Subscribe, download & listen!
 
 
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.
 

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #28 Doubles Talk & U.S. Open preview joined by Aidan Harrison

Welcome to TBD #28! Conor, PJ, Bill talk to the new Director of Squash at the Westchester Country Club,  Aidan Harrison, about his summer coaching in Barbados, the future of softball doubles, and  the upcoming US Open in Philadelphia!  
 
In this episode:
We have a guest on, Aidan Harrison, who you might remember from another interview on Squash Radio but he joins us to share some updates about his summer being the Barbados National Coach at the Commonwealth Games & Caribbean Junior Championship's. 
Aidan, at the Ownestia Club in Chicago has established on the best Double programs in the Country….. And we talk about what the future of Doubles might look like….and maybe Softballs doubles will be seeing an uptick!
Then we go through the upcoming U.S. Open draws and give a preview of the action ahead….
Last, With the upcoming Nations Cup to be hosted in the New Zealand, this event is a going to be testing out some new formats, so we thrash around some other new ideas …. With a moment of True inspiration from Bill…. and a interesting twist on the Buckingham Cup….proving a broken clock is right twice a day
 
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.
 

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #27 I know what you did last summer

Welcome to TBD #27!  After a summer sabbatical the boys are back!  PJ, Conor and Bill catch up on their summertime activities, including PJ's 50th bday celebration, Conor's on the move again, Bill's trip to the Southwestern Squash Open along with a look at the PSA season ahead!  
 
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #26 Talking Points - Tweets, sparks & $1.1 million dollars at The World Championships

Welcome back!  After a long hiatus, Conor , PJ and Bill are back to break down all the controversies from the World Championships. From Hammamy tweets to El Shorbgay's latest grievances, PSA TV bias, rude Egyptian fans, and because it wouldn't be squash without complaining about the officiating, we throw that in as well! 
 
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #25 Our favorite live music experiences of all time & Squash photography. Joined by Chris McClintick Communications Director at US Squash.

Conor, PJ and Bill welcome the foremost squash journalist and photographer in the country, Chris McClintick, who, when not covering every US Squash event, the Oracle Netsuite and the Tournament of Champions, indulges in his real passion, live music!  Tune in and listen!
REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.
 
 

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #24 No real title needed...just call it #TBD 24

Welcome to TBD #24! While lamenting the absence of their co-host Paul Johnson, Bill and Conor forge ahead discussing the recent Windy City Open, Bill's appearance on his new friend Barry Gibbs's In Squash podcast, the continued dominance of Nouran Gohar at Black Ball  and the box office appeal of Mostafa Asal at canary Wharf. Subscribe and listen today!  You never know, if we get enough listeners, Ali Farag may even come on the show!
 
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.

#42 Nathan Lake: The Englishman & World #36 settles in Chicago but his ranking continues to rise!

Hello and welcome to another episode of Squash Radio! This week, Conor is joined by Nathan Lake, a top English professional player.
 
The episode begins with Nathan discussing his recent matches at the Houston Open and reaching a career high rankings breaking into the 30's. The two discuss what it takes to play for England at the Commonwealth Games, which is one of the sport's highest honors.
 
Nathan talks about the transition from the UK to the US, the differences he's noticed between squash in both places, and how he's enjoying Chicago. They discuss prize money and sponsorships, as well as how social media fits into the lives of professional squash players.
 
Outdoor Squash is a hot topic that should not be overlooked! Nathan won the inaugural prize money event held in New York City on the new Steel court in Maspeth in 2021.
NOTE:          The quick fire segment will be aired as a separate episode so stay tuned!
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  Padel+ is coming to the United Kingdom and the United States. These are premium quality courts but at great prices.
Padel+  also offers a unique Canopy roof structure that provides an outdoor playing experience with the reliability you need to play your match regardless of the weather.Reach out to us at squashradio@gmail.com if you know of anyone interested in LED lighting.
 
 

#41 Alex Gough: 20 years at the Top! The PSA World Tour CEO discusses the journey, growth and milestones. He even talks about his World #2 finish for Wales.

Squash Radio is back with another episode! We have a really special guest this week. Alex Gough, former world #5 and current CEO of the PSA World Tour, joins Conor to discuss all things PSA!
 
Alex begins the podcast by discussing how he became involved with the PSA, what it was like when he first started in 2008, and how it has constantly evolved and grown since then. He discusses previous tournaments, the evolution of the personnel, new projects, prize money, events, and so on. The two talk about the PSA's latest partnership with Infront and what it means for the organization and the sport.
 
Alex talks about some of the things he's most excited about for the PSA's future, as well as himself, and how he thinks some of these goals will be achieved. He sees a lot of potential in changing the way events are organized, and he illustrates how small adjustments may attract a whole new audience.
 
Conor switches the discussion about Alex's squash playing days, recalling his time playing for Wales and helping them to a record World #2 finish as Finalists in the 1999 Men's World Team Championships. Egypt won their first Team Championship that year, establishing their domination on the international stage.
 
With so much going on in the sport, Alex Gough is the perfect person to listen to for some behind-the-scenes information!
NOTE:  The quick fire segment will be aired as a separate episode so stay tuned!
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REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP > The Appendix!! In this segment, we will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it!  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORS: This episode of Squash Radio (SQR+) sponsored by ***NEW WEBSITE ALERT*** ProSportLED – the most advanced lighting technology for your racquet sport needs. ProSportLED and Squash Radio (SQR+) are both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.