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Thank again for tuning in and we hope you Enjoy the show!   It’s not every day, we get to welcome world record holders onto the show, and today, we are talking to not one but two of them! Cameron Pilley is a former world number 11 squash player hailing from Australia. He now lives in New York, where he is the director of junior squash at the Apawamis Club. John White, also from Down Under, the former world number one, and now works as the head coach for the men's and women’s teams at Drexel University in Philadelphia. In this episode, we talk about the record John held, which Cameron subsequently broke, and the two of them share their feelings on the matter. We then dive into what some of the biggest game-changers in everyone’s lives have been. From having children to the advent of the internet, there is much to be grateful for in all of our lives. Rounding the conversation off, we talk about who and what the biggest game-changers in squash have been. Tune in to hear it all!   Key Points From This Episode

Thank again for tuning in and we hope you Enjoy the show! Time Stamps for TBD Segments: R&R Topic:  Top 3 GOAT’s of Sports   [starts at 1:50 = 28 mins] Breakdown:  Top 3 GOAT’s in Squash from Wael, PJ, Bill & Conor [starts at 30:10 = 25 mins] The Appendix:  this is an evolution of the ‘Fan Follow up’ as a way for Conor’s appendix to live when his was removed!  [starts at 56:50 = 11 mins]   In today’s episode, we are joined by former world number 8, 2010 US Open champion, and 2009 Egyptian team world champion, Wael El Hindi, who has recently added author and racquet club owner to his already impressive list of accolades. Before we begin with the topic of today’s show (shout out to Ricky from Philly for the suggestion!), you’ll hear about Wael’s experience of opening up Kinetic Racquet Club in Delray Beach, Florida, and why he went with a multiple-sport model instead of opening a club dedicated purely to squash. As you have probably guessed from the title, this episode focuses on the greatest spo

Thank again for tuning in and we hope you Enjoy the show! Time Stamps for TBD Segments: R&R Topic:  Bill’s Top 3 grudges   [starts at 2:10 m= 20 mins] Breakdown:  When did you last mix up the squash ball you play with? Give it a shot! [starts at 23:00 = 22 mins] **NEW SEGMENT** Putting On Your PJ’s:  Paul Johnson is back! We pay tribute to Malcolm Willstrop [starts at 44:50 = 22 mins]   Today we are back with a bang, talking about long-held grudges and the issue of which balls to use on the court! We kick things off in this episode exploring Bill's top three personal grudges of all time, from the sandwich deli fallout to the Irish bar incident, and not to forget his reaction to being stood up by a famous actor!   After this inflammatory section of the show we get down to squash business, and try to get to grips with the question of different balls that are used in the sport. Many of us are returning to the game after a forced hiatus during the pandemic, and what better time than to brush up on wh

Jobs Talk with Conor, Bill, and PJ   THE BREAK DOWN (TBD) #11?: Talking 9-5’s; in Sports & Squash   Welcome back to Episode 11 of The Break Down! By popular demand, Conor and Bill welcome back Squash TV’s Paul Johnson, otherwise known as PJ Squash. Obviously there is a trend towards becoming a coach once the professionals players retire from the game, but today’s episode looks at some of the other job s you can do in the sports world that don’t require playing on the field, from beer vendor and hotdog taster to golf caddy and everything in between! With his drink of choice in hand, PJ weighs in on the only other positions he would consider and shares why he believes he already has the best job in the world. We outline some well-paid jobs, including being a coffee maker for a Premier League team or the head squash coach at Yale University, and we reflect on why being an athlete is probably still the best job in sports. Tune in today!    Key Points From This Episode:   With a neat 15-year-old Glenl

Today, Squash Radio (SQR) has another one of our youngest guests and recent Yale University graduate, Spencer Lovejoy, calling in from Connecticut!   Spencer has just cracked the top 100 on the professional tour, held his spot at number one all four years at Yale.  Dave Talbot recent shared on Squash Radio that Spencer is one of the Top 3 players he Coaches during his four decade career.  Spencer has stayed on top of his game since graduation, playing Pro events even during the challenging Covid restricted Tour calendar.    In this episode, Spencer talks about his goals for squash and the steps he’s taking to reach them, that fine line between determination and self-doubt, the importance of recovery, how he keeps the right mindset to stay in the game, and more. Towards the end of the interview we ask Spencer some of our favorite non-squash related questions to get a better understanding of who he is outside of his love of the game.   Listen to Spencer as he opens up about the sport, what really excites

Harlemite and StreetSquash alum Raheem Logan is the author of the children’s book Black Boy Fly, an origin story about the love and challenges of squash. The children’s book is the first title to enter the squash literary canon from a hip hop millennial.   The title comes from Kendrick Lamar’s song Black Boy Fly from the Good Kid Bad City album.  The story follows a children’s literary tradition glorifying flight.  The ability to fly is a common form of wish fulfillment.  As in Maurice Sendak’s Outside Over There and Roald Dahl’s Twits.  And then there’s Toni Morrison’s Song of Soloman!  In the Black literary tradition all god’s children had wings.   Raheem is a graduate of the Canterbury Boarding School in New Milford Connecticut and Weslyan College where he played at #9 for the Cardinals as a freshman and played #1 his senior year.  He’s coached at City Squash and he’s now back at Canterbury where he’s coaching squash and teaching world religion.  He will lead a Squash and Education camp this summer, 20

This episode, we make Squash Radio (SqR)history as we welcome our first interview with the former World No. 1 and World Champion, Thierry Lincou!   Thierry Lincou is currently the Head Coach of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) squash team. He reached the World No. 1 ranking among squash professionals in January 2004.   In today’s episode, Thierry will talk about his stories on his family, his squash journey, transitioning from being a world number 1 player to becoming a coach, and his plans. He will also share his love for cars and books, and his views on what the squash sport must improve on all levels.   Learn what is in the mind of the world’s number 1 squash player and his perspectives on life and the sport. Listen up and enjoy!   Key Takeaways: -Thierry as a professional surfer in a separate universe -Thierry as a balanced athlete on court and peace-loving and feel-good athlete off court -His family, environment, and the story that shaped his views -What made him decide to move

Welcome to TBD 10! In this episode, raise a glass as Bill and Conor break down their favorite libations with Squash TV’s Paul Johnson. Whether he is talking highballs or Black Ball, PJ pulls no punches and gives our listeners an insider’s view of the pro tour, including what it's really like being both boothmates and roommates with Joey Barrington.    Thank again for tuning in and we hope you Enjoy the show!   Time Stamps for TBD Segments: R&R Topic:  Top 3 drinks of choice for a special evening watching Squash   [starts at 1:40 m= 30 mins] Breakdown w/ PJ: Take a peek behind the curtain with PJ [starts at 31:40 = 31 mins] Fan Follow:  Bill’s Favorite segment…. for reals now [starts at 1:04:00 = 9 mins]   FAN SUPPORT: Max and Caleb are doing a charity ‘bike ride’ from Philly to NYC! A Fan of TBD emailed in to try and help raise awareness for a charity bike ride for the SEA that two young squash players are organizing!  This is where the Bronx and Cleveland natives join forces to raise awarenes

In this episode, Squash Radio (SqR) sits down with Pat Cosquer, the newly appointed Coach of Hobart and William Smith Colleges Squash Program,   In this globalized world, the challenge to work in diverse social and cultural teams is inevitable. This challenge to embrace it goes out to squash teams and the squash community as a whole.   This episode talks about culture. We have Pat Cosquer, a coach who has multiple perspectives on culture and whatever scenarios he goes through. He will let listeners understand what it is like to work in a socially and culturally diverse team, also, the culture on the squash side. He will talk about his perception of team success and how he deals with stress with his team. He will also talk about his views on the following topics: what he envisions for the squash program and how to make change impactful, about being creative and giving more access and opportunities to squash courts and making it work with diversification.   Pat Cosquer is a passionate coach who makes thin

THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #9 Game Day - Rituals and Officials Welcome to TBD #9!  In this episode Conor and Bill welcome on a very special guest, Rich Wade, who was one of the driving forces behind the new World Squash Officiating program.  Rich breaks down how the new online portal will work and gives his take on the state of refereeing in squash. Before that, we discuss our most memorable in person sports fan moments, along with the superstitions and rituals we abide by while watching our favorite teams.     Time Stamps for TBD Segments: R&R Topic:  Gameday: Rituals & fan moments   [starts at 2:10 = 26 mins] Breakdown w/ Rich Wade: Gameday: Officials in Squash and other sports [starts at 28:40 = 30 mins] Fan Follow:  Bill’s Favorite segment…. for reals now [starts at 58:05 = 4.5 mins]   REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPON

In this episode, Squash Radio (SqR) connects with Gilly Lane who has been at the peak of Squash in the United States for over 20 years.    We invited Gilly Lane to share his expertise in coaching and leading a team. He has travelled the world playing against the top squash players in the world as a professional athlete. He has been the Head Coach of the men's Squash program at the University of Pennsylvania since 2016, and the head of the US Squash Academy since 2012.   In this episode, Gilly will talk about how he manages and leads the PENN Squash Team and his passion for teaching by experience. He will also share his story as a Team USA player and how his experiences helped him build his future and shaped his leadership style and views.   Learn his strategies in coaching and his views on leadership through this episode!   Key Takeaways On the legacy of Dave Talbot in the college squash world His memories of Dave Talbot His goal on building a national championship team The mistakes he made and ho

NTRODUCING THE ‘QUICK FIRE’ SEGMENTS: This is where we ask each guest the same kind of questions broken into two sections. First, their thoughts on major areas of the sport of squash. And then two other areas that we learn more about their life. I love this section because I never know what people were going to say. And I've learned so much about the guests and new ways to try and do things. So we're going to try and do more interviews based on this shorter format, because we're always up for experiments and try new things.  Thank you for all your support we've been getting and your emails mean the world to me and the rest of the team as always thanks for tuning in, and we hope you enjoy. ********************** ProSportLED is also a Sponsor of Squash Radio and we both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  We cover a lot of ground on this episode and launch a new addition to our “Quick Fire” segment with a 90-second take on the major areas of the Sport. We

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Break Down (TBD)! This week, Conor and Bill talk exclusively to the former head squash coach of Yale University, Dave Talbott, in his first interview since he retired in February!  Dave ranks the top players during his 38-year career, discusses the evolution of college squash, his vision for the game, college rivalries and playing golf with one of your favorite podcasters. Dave also breaks some news to TBD as he announces his upcoming book!  As always, we finish the episode with some fan-follow up!    REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights, you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening!   The new sponsor: BIA Sports They were on a mission to develop the best court shoe EVER.  These shoes are performance ready, straight out of the box.  Made by squash players for Squash players! The latest shoes are out BIA FORCE X, go to their website https://biasports.us/

Squash Radio (SqR) In this episode, both a unique and the youngest guest, Mia Krishnamurthy, will be featured. She is the founder of Nova Apparel New York, the first Squash Apparel Company for women. At a very young age, she has achieved a lot. Currently, Mia is in college at Cornell University studying Economics. As an athlete, she is the highest national junior ranking of 33rd in GU19 and a three-time US Squash Scholar-Athlete award recipient.     In today’s episode, you will get some insights on how Mia built Nova Apparel NYC at a very young age and how she overcame struggles and achieved her successes. Discover her roadblocks and learnings.   For those who want to start a business but do not know where to start, this episode may give you that light bulb! Listen and enjoy!   Key Takeaways Mia on starting and growing Nova Apparel NYC Balancing the design process with clients’ preference for her Her inspiration and learnings from entrepreneurs Platforms she uses to spend time with friends and custo

INTRODUCING THE ‘QUICK FIRE’ SEGMENTS: This is where we ask each guest the same kind of questions broken into two sections. First, their thoughts on major areas of the sport of squash. And then two other areas that we learn more about their life. I love this section because I never know what people were going to say. And I've learned so much about the guests and new ways to try and do things.  So we're going to try and do more interviews based on this shorter format, because we're always up for experiments and try new things.  Thank you for all your support we've been getting and your emails mean the world to me and the rest of the team as always thanks for tuning in, and we hope you enjoy. ********************** ProSportLED is also a Sponsor of Squash Radio and we both aligned about the importance of sharing the stories of people involved in our Sport.  We cover a lot of ground on this episode and launch a new addition to our “Quick Fire” segment with a 90-second take on the major areas of the Sport.

Welcome to episode 7! After taking a quick trip around the Block, Conor and Bill examine Mazen Hesham’s question of whether collegiate squash in the U.S. is hindering the growth of the pro tour, inviting the show's first ever guest, CSA Executive Director David Poolman, to join the debate. Time Stamps for TBD Segments: R&R Topic:  Vacations  [starts at 1:50 = 16 mins] Breakdown:  College Squash and the Pro Tour [starts at 17:50 = 20 mins] Guest Interview: David Poolman (Executive Director of College Squash) [starts at 38:05 = 25 mins] Fan Follow:  Bill’s Favorite segment…. for reals now [starts at 1:03:55 = 5 mins] REACH OUT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! SPONSORED BY: BIA Sports They were on a mission to develop the best court shoe EVER.  These shoes are performance ready, straight out of the Box.  Made by squash player for Squas

Welcome to Episode 6! Pizza, Sponsorship and Agreements are all on the menu for this installment. Bill and Conor breakdown the landmark partnership between the Professional Squash Association and the sports marketing agency, Infront, while also looking back at a disagreement over pizza that nearly became a monumental deal breaker! NEW SEGEMENT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! The new sponsor: BIA Sports They were on a mission to develop the best court shoe EVER.  These shoes are performance ready, straight out of the Box.  Made by squash player for Squash players! The latest shoes are out BIA FORCE X, go to their website https://biasports.us/and take a look!

Welcome to episode 5! Wings and wagering are on the table as Bill and Conor breakdown what it will mean for sports like squash as legalized sports gambling goes mainstream while also chewing on what makes for the perfect chicken wing while watching the big game.   Be it monetary or Scoville units, we cover it all on this episode of the Breakdown! NEW SEGEMENT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! The new sponsor: BIA Sports They were on a mission to develop the best court shoe EVER.  These shoes are performance ready, straight out of the Box.  Made by squash player for Squash players! The latest shoes are out BIA FORCE X, go to their website https://biasports.us/and take a look!  

Welcome to the Breakdown!  Today we look back to when Bill became a semi-viral blogger, commiserate on the cancellation of this year’s Tournament of Champions in New York City, and dream about where we would like to see the PSA drop a glass court.  Whether we are talking TOC or CTU, the clock is ticking on this episode of The Breakdown. NEW SEGEMENT:  FAN FOLLOW UP! We will be sharing the feedback, comments, insights you name it in this section.  So reach out us on social media or email squashradio@gmail.com. As always, thanks for listening! The new sponsor: BIA Sports They were on a mission to develop the best court shoe EVER.  These shoes are performance ready, straight out of the Box.  Made by squash player for Squash players! The latest shoes are out BIA FORCE X, go to their website https://biasports.us/and take a look!