Author: Phil Jourdeuil

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Covid 19 Update

Hi Everyone,

The Province announced on Wednesday that certain businesses, including gyms and could reopen if they are ready and choose to do so starting on June 5th.

Squash NS worked with Squash Canada on the preparation of National recommendations for reopening squash for both players and Facilities. These were released on 5 May 2020, and can be found in the Squash Canada Newsletter.

We have been working to update these to reflect the provincial context. We submitted a draft to Sport NS for review yesterday as part of the review process that was announced yesterday. We also received a copy of the Squash Moncton COVID Operating Plan today, and our plans are being amended based on some of the practical guidance contained within and the guidance received from the province.

As soon as they are approved, the board will be convened to approve them and share them with facilities across the province to facilitate their reopening.

In any case, given the current contact and gathering limits, it is expected that play will be limited to solo practice, and practice/play within a family and its contact bubble until these restrictions are relaxed.

More news to follow as soon as it is available.

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Squash NS is seeking volunteers to serve on the board for the 2020-2022 term

Please consider volunteering on the board! Registration deadline is June 13th!

The Board of Directors needs your input and your passion for squash.  We are seeking to:

    • Fill the positions of President, VP, Treasurer, Director of Competitive Programs, Membership and Volunteer Development and Communications and Advocacy positions as well as two or three members at large.
    • Receive at least one nomination from each of the five regions in which there are clubs:
      • Cape Breton – CBSquash/Coast Guard College
      • Highland – Highland Squash/StFX
      • Fundy – Truro (Dal AG Campus)
      • Valley – Greenwood/Kings County/Acadia
      • HRM – SMU/Dal/CHP/Zatzman

For information on the various roles please see:

    1. Our Constitution http://nssquash.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/2018-06-05-SNS-Constitution-and-bylaws-revised.docx
    2. The Board Orientation Document http://nssquash.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Squash-NS-Board-Orientation.pdf

Eligibility requirements. Be a competitive member of Squash Nova Scotia, have a passion for your sport as well as having skills and interests to bring to the board.

Process. Register by going to Club locker and signing up for a specific role.  If more than one person volunteers for a particular role, a run-off election will be held during the virtual Squash NS AGM on the 27th of June 2020. In the case of an election please be prepared to make a five minute pitch to the membership to support your election.

To volunteer please go to https://clublocker.com/tournaments/12041/info by end of day on the 13th of June 2020 and sign up for the role you wish to volunteer for.

Current Board Members and terms

    1. President (term expires Jun 2020): Phil Jourdeuil
    2. Vice President : vacant
    3. Past President : Gail Lethbridge
    4. Treasurer (term expires Jun 2020): Beth Cole
    5. Director Competitive Programs: vacant
    6. Director Developmental Programs (term expires Jun 2021): Marwan Abouelela
    7. Director Membership & Volunteer Development: vacant
    8. Director at Large (term expires Jun 2020): Sam Zhang
    9. Director at Large (term expires Jun 2020): Ryan Dwyer
    10. Director at Large (term expires Jun 2021): Evan McNicol
    11. Director at Large (term expires Jun 2021): Cameron Reid
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COVID-19 Update

On 1 May 2020Nova Scotia extended the provincial state of emergency to noon on the 17th of May. At the same time it did ease restrictions somewhat to allow some new activity https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/restriction-updates/

On 2 May 2020 your board of directors met and approved a 180 day extension to existing Squash NS memberships. This reflects the cancellation of the remains of the competitive season and the expectation that competitive squash is unlikely to be available until the start of the 2020-21 season.  This has been implemented and your club locker account should now show a revised membership expiration date.

Squash NS has been working with Squash Canada to put together guidelines for return to squash after the pandemic for players and facilities and organizations.  These will be made available as soon as they are finalized and approved by the Board.

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COVID-19 Update

Hi everyone,

I hope that everyone’s is staying safe and healthy in this uncertain environment.

Since the province of NS extended its State of Emergency to the 3rd of May, and there is little expectation that even if the state of emergency is not renewed then, there is little expectation that clubs will be in a position to reopen and host squash leagues.   Squash NS is cancelling league play for the remainder of this season.

As Squash Canada is still hoping to be able to run 2020 Canadian Masters, Senior and U23 Championships in the the November timeframe, we are going to continue to list the 2020 NS Open and Atlantics as postponed, with the hope to run them in the month preceding the nationals if they are held.  If Squash Canada formally cancels the 2020 Canadian Masters, Senior and U23 Championships, we will follow suit and cancel the NS Open and Atlantics.

In the meantime if you miss squash, check out #SquashedInside !

 

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Squash Canada Webinars

Squash Canada is holding a number of webinars which might be of interest

Simplify your game & training for better results ** Open to Juniors Only
Synopsis: Learn the areas to prioritize to get the maximum out of your training & practice
Cost: Free
Presenter: Martin Heath, Squash Canada High Performance Director
Date: Wednesday April 22, 2020
Time: Noon to 1:00PM EST
To Register – Click Here
Tips for Applying to US College** Open to all interested 
Synopsis: Advice for student-athletes & parents to navigate college application process & choice
Cost: Free
Presenter: Martin Heath, Squash Canada High Performance Director
Date: Wednesday April 29, 2020
Time: Noon to 1:00PM EST
To Register – Click Here
SC Coach PD Session: Understanding Officiating for Coaches
Synopsis: Explains what  Referees are looking for in terms of player movement  relate to the striker playing the ball and non-striker clearing, to help coaches train players for success.
Cost 15.25
Presenter: Dave Howard, Canadian National and Pan American Regional Referee
Date:  Thursday April 30th, 2020
Time: Noon to 1:00PM EST
SC Coach PD Session: Developing High Performance Habits
Synopsis:  Train Smart by developing HP Habits that are LTPD based, support healthy mindsets, flexibility and creativity, and a positive training study balance. Includes facility and personnel requirements.
Cost: $15.25
Presenter: Presenter: Martin Heath, Squash Canada High Performance Director
Date: Wednesday May 20th, 2020
Time: Noon to 1:00PM EST

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