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Round-Up (TBD): #45 BUCKSHOT Nouran Gohar - The Terminator is back!

“The Terminator is back” Nouran Gohar joins the show to talk about her return to the PSA tour after an early season foot  injury. Nouran and Bill talk Olympics, refereeing , the player “directive” and kicking doors! 
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #44 Champs: UPenn wins CSA Men’s Title! Joined by Coaches Lane & Crawford (National Champions)

University of Pennsylvania coaches Gilly Lane and Stu Crawford join Conor and Bill to recap all the emotion and drama from last weekends CSA Men’s Championships! 
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #43 Batman & Robin go to camp (Joey & PJ)

After years of trying, we were finally able to work around the very busy schedules of PJ Johnson and Joey Barrington and get them to sit down for an interview! We talk about everything PSA, including Ali Farag’s dominance, Bill’s budding El Shorbagy bromance and Joey and PJ’s upcoming summer camps in England.
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #42 “Nour-Easter”: Sherbini storms to her fifth TOC title!

In today's episode, Conor, PJ, and Bill explore the future of squash with insightful discussions:
SQUASHTV.Local Vision: Exploring the ambitious plan to stream squash matches at every level, enhancing visibility and engagement within the sport.
Sherbini's Stellar Performance: Celebrating Sherbini's incredible achievements and analyzing what sets her apart.
Farag's Continued Dominance: Delving into Farag's successful strategies and his impact on the game.
Elias's Fitness Question: Pondering the fitness regime that keeps Elias competitive.
Elaraby and Crouin's Surprising Leap: Reflecting on their unexpected success and semi-final appearances.
Refereeing Drama: Discussing the controversial refereeing decisions involving MES/Asal and Elaraby/Orfi.
Squash TV and Amazon Stream: Evaluating the coverage of events, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
Coaching Dynamics: Debating the effects of players changing coaches during tournaments and its impact on performance.
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #41 BUCKSHOT - By any other name

We welcome the newly married Tesni Murphy to the show! Tesni is back from injury and looking to regain the form that saw her reach the top ten in the world. We look back on her career highlights and forward to the rest of the season, starting this week at the Tournament of Champions!

Round-Up (TBD): #40 Egypt wins Men’s World Team BUT what about vs. The World in a 9v9 Clash?

Conor, Bill, and PJ Johnson mix holiday cheer with in-depth squash analysis. They discuss Conor's new role at the PSA and move on to dissect recent events like the World Team Championships in New Zealand and the British Junior Open. The trio examines player performances, coaching impacts, and tournament strategies, with a special focus on the rise of Egyptian players.
 
The concept of "Egypt vs. Rest of World" is talked through, with a hypothetical 9 team men's lineup discussed.  We wrap the episode with talk about the upcoming PSA Houston and Florida events. 
 
Conor's Role with PSA: Conor's new role within the PSA is a significant point of discussion, highlighting his involvement in squash's growth and development.
Men’s World Team Championships: The analysis of the World Team Championships in New Zealand, focusing on team strategies and performances, is a key topic.
British Junior Open: Insights into the British Junior Open provide a glimpse into the future of squash with discussions on emerging young talents.
Egypt's Squash Dominance: The conversation explores the dominance of Egyptian players in the sport and its implications for the future of squash.
Fantasy Matchup: Egypt vs. the World: A fun, hypothetical discussion about how a squash match between Egyptian players and players from the rest of the world might play out.
Injuries and Recovery: Conversations on the physical and mental aspects of injury recovery for squash players.
 

Round-Up (TBD): #39 The Amanda news! England’s Path to Win, and USA’s Historic Quest w/Ong Beng Hee & PJ.

We're also joined by special guest Ong Beng Hee, the US National Teams' coach, to delve into a wide array of topics from recent PSA events and the upcoming Men’s World Team Championships!
 
Amanda Sobhy’s Injury: update on Amanda’s injury during the PSA Platinum event in Hong Kong and its impact on her career.
Hong Kong Wrap up: Analyzing the epic final between Paul Coll and Ali Farag, focusing on their performance quality and strategy.
Paul Coll's Technique and Coaching: Insight into Paul Coll's technique adjustments during the tournament and the role of coaching in his success.
Squash in Asia and Impact of Olympics: Discussing how the Olympics inclusion could boost squash in Asian countries.
College Squash Updates: Briefly covering recent matches and performances in college squash.
World Team Championships Preview: Previewing the Men's World Team Championships in New Zealand, discussing team selections and strategies.
Team USA's Approach: Discussion on Team USA's strategy and player selection for the World Team Championships.
Player Management Insights: Beng Hee shares insights into managing players and their schedules to prevent burnout and injuries.
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Round-Up (TBD): #38 PJ Returns! A Sister Act in Singapore, Farags continued dominance & more PSA and CSA

Conor Bill & PJ ( this is not a typo!) discuss the recent PSA events in Singapore, Denver, and London.  A quick update on college squash as well as these key points,
 
Nele Gillis' Victory: Detailed discussion on Naila Gillis' significant win, highlighting her strategic gameplay and the impact of coaching on her success.
Moustafa Asal's Return: Analysis of Mustafa Asal's comeback to the tour, his performance and the challenges he's facing.
Ali Farag's Dominance: Farag's ongoing supremacy in men's squash, his unique skills, and his performance in recent tournaments.
Women's Game Evolution: landscape of the women's game, spotlighting upcoming talents and the changing dynamics.
Coaching's Role in Player Success: Discussing the significant role coaching plays in shaping the careers and performances of top squash players.
Impact of Young Talents: Delving into the influence of emerging young players on the professional squash landscape.
Comparisons with Historical Players: Comparing current players' performance and style with those of squash legends from previous eras.
CSA (College Squash Association) Updates: Updates and discussions about recent developments in college squash, including team
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