Bates College Squash clinic photos

Great time was had by all who braved the rainy weather and attended the Portland YMCA/Bates College squash team clinic. We are so fortunate to have great squash programs near us in southern Maine!

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Middle School players in Brooks School tournament

Barrett reports in on the tournament in Massachusetts:

Today, 3/30, seven players from the middle school team went down to Brooks School to compete in the NEMA tournament.  Most of our players were in the C division.  Cole won the C division, Josh won the C consolation, and Henry won the C plate.  Positive attitudes all around!

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Bates College Squash Clinic at Portland YMCA

Members of the Bates College Squash teams will come to the Portland YMCA for an afternoon of exhibition, tips and pointers and casual play. All players interested in squash in southern Maine are encouraged to attend. The Bates squash teams are consistently ranked in the top 15 schools in the country.  Rumor has it that Ahmed Abdel Khalek, former #4 nationally and All American, will be on hand to provide insight and tips on how to play and beat players that are REALLY good!

This event is always fun and entertaining!

  • When: Sunday, March 30th
  • Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Location: Portland YMCA, Portland, Maine
  • Cost: Free
  • Bring your racquet and dress to play
  • Spectators encouraged to attend

Winter League Championship at Bates College

Thanks Pat Cosquer and Bates College for the use of your squash courts for the Portland YMCA Winter League Championship!

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Winter League Champions crowned

Team Blue Chip behind captain Chip Harlow finished the Winter League season undefeated and won the league championship. Big efforts by Christian Thomas and Jan Van Voorst plus the “last match of the night” pressure win from Ben Freeman to seal the victory. SquashFinals_Finals_20140317

In the consolation round Joe Tacka’s band of subs Touch of Grey overpowered Mike Brennan’s White Team. During the season the Touch of Grey managed to overcome numerous injuries by drawing from a league record roster of 20 different players! Tonight’s clutch play by Jim Sullivan and Teddy Stoecklin pushed the match out of reach for Mike’s team in spite of spirited wins by Sven and Juliana in 5 game matches.

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All of the players and spectators involved are grateful to Pat Cosquer and Bates College for allowing us use of the Bates Squash Facility to hold our league championship. It was a fantastic event!!