Squash & Racketball

With a variety of training and group sessions available for all abilities, there’s something here for everyone, regardless whether you’re a complete beginner or have been playing for years!

The University of Leeds is nationally recognised as a leader in Higher Education squash.

The club has consistently performed in the BUCS Premier League programme, and has attracted world class international players including national player, Samantha Ward.

About the club

Our squash club operates three men’s and three women’s sides, which all participate in the British Universities and Colleges (BUCS) leagues.

The 2013/14 season saw the women’s first team retain their place in the BUCS Premier league and saw the men’s first team retain their place in the BUCS Northern 1A.

Coaching

Our squash club is coached by a team of highly qualified and knowledgeable coaches, led by ex-world number three, Simon Parke.

Facilities

Our squash club is based at the Gryphon Sports Centre, a purpose built performance centre, which hosts the North Premier League over its three courts.

Our squash players also have access to the fantastic facilities at Chapel Allerton Squash Club.

Local Performance Clubs

Our squash club has formal partnerships with both Pontefract Squash Club andChapel Allerton Squash Club, one of the leading squash clubs in the country, offering some of the best facilities in the North of England.

Training

Monday: Court based training, 19:30 – 21:45
Tuesday: Court based training, 19:30 – 21:45
Tuesday: Strength and Conditioning, 16:00 – 17:00
Thursday: Court based training, 19:30 – 21:45
Friday: Strength and Conditioning, 17:00 – 18:00
Saturday: Court based training, 15:30 – 17:15

Sports scholars

We are proud to currently support Samantha Ward through our sports scholarship programme.

Find out everything about the Squash and Racketball club including how to join on their webpage.

You can follow them on social media too…

Leeds University Union runs one of the largest Give it a Go programmes in the country with over 300 events per semester, including Squash and Racketball.
Give it a Go not only allows you the opportunity to try out different clubs and societies with no obligation to join, but you can attend arts & craft workshops, film screenings, workshops and explore attractions both local in Leeds and across the UK.

To find out more pick up a programme from the Leeds University Union building or visit the Give it a Go webpage.

You can also ‘Like’ Give it a Go on social media…

The University of Leeds awards a number of scholarships to aspiring coaches to help raise club performances within their chosen sports. Working in conjunction with the Head Coaches of the University teams it is an excellent opportunity for students to further develop themselves outside the academic arena.

The Coaching Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for current undergraduate or postgraduate students who can demonstrate high standards of personal, professional and learning attributes.

Visit the Sports Scholarships webpage to find out more.