Squash

Should you invest in private coaching or group sessions in racket sports? Discover the benefits of each and how they can accelerate your improvement.

Choosing the right squash racket isn’t just about weight and balance — handle shape plays a crucial role in how a racket feels and performs. After fitting hundreds of players across the UK, we’ve seen how semi-rounded, rounded, and defined bevel handles suit different playing styles and levels. In this guide, we explain the differences, highlight key OLIVER models like the Racer X8 and ICQ 110 Ultra, and show how trying a demo or taking our racket quiz can help you find the perfect fit.

The full North Wales Open Tournament results

The North Wales Open 2026 is officially full, with players from across Wales and the UK competing at Canolfan Brailsford, Bangor University. From Welsh internationals and reigning champions to juniors playing their first tournament, every grade is packed with stories, rivalries, and family connections. Set beneath the mountains of Eryri, this year’s event is the biggest squash tournament ever held in North Wales and promises two days of competitive matches, community spirit, and unforgettable moments on court.

Mae’r drysau wedi cau. Mae’r drôr wedi’i selio. Mae North Wales Open 2026 bellach yn llawn, gyda 96 o chwaraewyr yn barod i frwydro dros ddau ddiwrnod o dan fynyddoedd Eryri. O’r gwasanaeth cyntaf yng Nghanolfan Brailsford, Prifysgol Bangor, bydd 148 o gemau ar draws pedwar cwrt, gyda chwaraewyr yn teithio o 24 clwb gwahanol ledled Cymru, Lloegr a thu hwnt. Wedi’i adeiladu ar gyfer gwasgedd ac wedi’i gynllunio ar gyfer gemau tynn, mae twrnamaint eleni’n fwy, yn gryfach ac yn fwy cyffrous nag erioed. Dim gemau hawdd. Dim corneli tawel. Dim ond squash — fel y dylai fod.

The gates are shut. The draw is sealed. The North Wales Open 2026 is officially full, with 96 players ready to battle it out over two days beneath the mountains of Eryri. From the first serve at Canolfan Brailsford, Bangor University, the arena will host 148 matches across four courts, with players arriving from 24 different clubs across Wales, England and beyond. Built for pressure and designed for close competition, this year’s event is bigger, sharper, and louder than ever. No easy matches. No quiet corners. Just squash — the way it’s meant to be.

Do more expensive squash rackets really improve performance? We explore what actually changes as rackets become more advanced — from materials and balance to forgiveness and feel — and how to find the right racket for your style of play.

Developing a junior squash player isn’t about creating technical clones — it’s about helping each child discover a playing style that suits their body, mindset, and instincts. In this Coach’s Corner, we explore how individuality, fundamentals, and confidence combine to shape long-term success.