As always, squash is rising in popularity this time of year due to the colder weather. We have been getting a lot of inquiries in the last two weeks about the squash courts, leagues and overall services. Let's get you up to speed so you are aware of the fun to be had in this awesome racquet sport.

How much does it cost to play?
It's absolutely free for students! Students have paid an athletic fee in their tuition that most aren't even aware of. However, if you have a friend or family member from outside of the school who is looking to play, it will cost them $6.50

How do I reserve a court?
Unfortunately, students cannot reserve courts since they play for free. Students play on a first come first serve basis and given that we have three courts, there usually isn't a wait. However, your drop-in community friends/family who pays $6.50 can book a day in advance. If you're a student playing with a community person, have them book the court for you.

Do you provide racquets, balls, and squash goggles?
Unfortunately, we don't provide racquets since they often get broken. We sell squash balls for $4.50, and we lend out goggles as they are absolutely mandatory. For beginners, we often suggest you borrow a racquet from a friend that way you can try out the sport and see if you actually like it. If you find you enjoy it, which you undoubtedly will, you can always find a fairly priced racquet at most sporting stores.

What is the time limit per play?
Time limits are 45 minutes. However, if there are no reservations or others waiting to play, you can play as long as you like, we won't kick you off.

I'm already in love with squash and am hoping to test my skills against others. Any suggestions?
Join our squash league. We run four to six week squash leagues which include beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Our next league starts this upcoming week so contact us fast if you are interested. Best of all, we run a squash tournament with prizes and food at the end of each semester to see who really rules each division.

Anything else I need to know?
To get the best workout and most enjoyment out of the sport, you need to find an opponent of similar ability. Beating on someone who is half your skill gets boring really fast and doesn't help you burn off that two-piece KFC dinner. On the flip side, playing someone who is way above your level will also discourage you from continuing the sport. Find an evenly matched opponent who shares your friendly competitiveness and behold unlimited fun that is SQUASH.