Squash

Venue – Lincoln University Rec Centre Courts, Ellesmere Junction Road, Lincoln. (hubbed with basketball, ki o rahi and volleyball)

Entry Fee – $60+gst per team

Tournament Information

Squash Contact:              Diane McCoy – Squash Canterbury

juniordev@squashcanterbury.co.nz

If you require additional support when putting together your squash team please contact Diane or your local club.

Manager’s Meeting: 10.45am, 18 September, at Lincoln University Rec Centre Courts

Rules: The Koru Games Squash competition will be played under the rules of Squash New Zealand

• All games will be played in the spirit of ‘Fair Play’. To mark this all players will shake hands before and after each game.
• Teams of 2-3 players can be named. The third team member is able to rotating into the team at any stage and as many times as you want as long as only 2 players play in each match. There will be seperate boys and girls competitions.
• Each match will play point a rally scoring to 50 or to a maximum of 20 minutes
• Each rally / serve is worth a point regardless of who served.
• A spin of the racket will determine who selects to serve at the start of each game.
• Allow 25 minutes per match includes warm up time.
• All Players will be required to referee & mark games, these could be their own, or those prior to or following their own game.
• Three points are awarded to the winning team, and 1 for a loss.

Competitions: Boys and Girls tournaments will be played separately where possible. Boys and Girls will compete together if necessary due to the minimum number of entries not being reached to allow separate tournaments.

Format: The tournament will play a round robin generating final placings that will lead to play off games to decide on final tournament placings.

Equipment: Eyewear is compulsory. Schools must supply their own equipment, including balls and racquets. Students to please wear non-marking court shoes. Some equipment can be borrowed if requested in advance please contact Diane at Squash Canterbury for assistance with equipment.

Team Manager: All schools/teams must be accompanied by a manager who is willing to support the students with their referring and marking responsibilities.

First Aid: Leeston Physio will be set up at Lincoln University to provide first aid to squash players that need it during the three days. However, it is recommended that each team comes with a can of pain relief cold spray and a basic first aid kit. Strapping may be available through the physio at an additional cost (cash only)

Food / Beverage:  Pita Pit and Tamperblack Coffee will be onsite during the Games.

Pre-Games Training:  Squash Canterbury will host coaching sessions prior to the Games. Please contact Diane McCoy juniordev@squashcanterbury.co.nz for further information.

Air Court: Squash Canterbury will be bringing and erecting their air court for use during the Games. It will be set up outside (weather permitting) for general use. More information on the court available here.