Junior squash is thriving across Gloucestershire
Hear from the parents
New to squash last year, Anna and Rachel tell us about their experiences since getting their children involved in the Gloucestershire Squash Junior set up.
Harry Bloomfield, former England under 13s number one
“I started squash at the age of 5 and fell in love with it immediately.”
Harry and Jack tell us about their experiences
Harry and Jack were inspired to take up squash after watching their father play in Gloucestershire from a young age.
Jack has gone on to obtain a full scholarship at Drexel University, Philadelphia and Harry has climbed to England number one within the U13 age bracket. Both have aspirations to become professionals as you’ll hear in this video.
Community squash
Get your child involved in squash
The principles learnt by our juniors don’t just help them become better squash players, it helps them grow as people.
Our approach to junior development is pioneered by our chairman and county programme manager, Mark Toseland.
It’s not just about those looking to play seriously
Squash is a sport for people of all shapes and sizes. Instilling core values such as self-discipline, perseverance and resilience. Above all, it’s a fun way to keep fit and make lifelong friendships.
Hear Cara Plumridge’s story
Adjusting to squash after having surgery, Cara has been playing since she was 12 years old and has a hereditary condition that has required numerous surgeries throughout her adolescent years. This hasn’t put her off the love of the game and the sense of belonging in squash within Gloucestershire that she feels strongly about.
Proven pathways to the professional ranks
We have a track record as one of the strongest counties in England for junior development pathways, with proven programmes that nurture some of the worlds best talent in Wycliffe College and Old Pats Juniors leading the way for the elite juniors.
For the youngsters!
Pre-school and tots squash
Everyone from tots to the over 80s can play the game.
Gloucestershire offers a range of sessions for pre-schoolers (known as tots squash) and primary school children.