ARMY SQUASH FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q Who do you speak to within your Unit/Corps to find out more about squash?
A Contact your Corps or Unit Squash Officer
Q How do I enter an Army Squash event?
A. Events are run using the tournament management system called SportyHQ. Unit Squash Officers will be sent a link for you to register interest. This will also be cascaded via Weekly Regional Command Downreps which are sent to your Unit PTI.
Q ‘What squash is available in the Army?’
A. The Unit squash officer is responsible for organising inter unit squash events, enter personnel into the Army run individual open events, organising for his/her unit’s team to enter their respective Corps championships and the Army Inter Unit competition. Additionally he/she is responsible for facilitating players to attend both Army run coaching and officials courses. If your unit does not have a Squash officer then the Army Website and other specific FAQs will provide you with the necessary information for you to enter most competitions either as an individual or with a team.
Q Where are all army squash courts located?
A Link to Squash court finder here – To follow
Q What is SquashLevels?
A Individual results can be captured down to unit level and individual ratings and rankings will be updated dynamically. Your SquashLevels ranking will be used as part of the selection process for representative sport. https://army.squashlevels.com/dashboard.php
Q Where can I get squash clothing, rackets and equipment:
A Army Squash have a partnership with UNSQUASHABLE where you can get kit at discounted prices as a serving soldier. ARMY SQUASH PORTAL – UNSQUASHABLE
Q Where is the home of Army Squash?
A Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre Squash Court complex. 6 fully refurbished courts free for hire in core hours for serving personnel.
Q Where are all army squash courts located?
A Link to MODNET DIO Squash court finder here (WIP)
Q Where do you find information on Basic/Advanced squash skills courses? Click on the following link Pam 16A – ASPT COURSES | Defence Connect (mod.uk)
Q How do I qualify as an Army Squash Coach:
A Regular courses throughout the year are run by Head Coach Paul Carter for all levels. Link to coaching page of website here.
Q How do I qualify as an Army Squash Official:
A Regular courses are available throughout the year and dates are published are available on the coaching page of the AS website
Q How do I qualify for an Army Squash Scholarship?
Q What is the criteria for Army Squash Colours?
Q How do I organise a squash tour for my unit?
Further information relating to Army Sport can be found on the link below