Squash BC Newsletter: Aug. 2, 2006

 

What’s going On???

 

Jobs:   Part Time Bookkeeper for Squash BC:

Technical Director for Squash Alberta :

Head Coach - Wellesley College , Wellesley , MA

Men’s World Junior Squash Championships:

Level 3 Coaching Course:

Evergreen Summer Doubles Tournament Summary
Be a Published Photographer:

BC Junior Squash Team gets tested for fitness.

Anti-Doping Rule

PSA Live.

Sponsorship and Advertising with Squash BC:

Education Credits for Juniors:

 

Upcoming Tournaments:

 

Jericho Sun & Surf/WISPA Tournament, Aug. 11-13. Info below.

 

Junior Camps:

Boag’s Junior Boot Camps

Dixon 's Squash Academy Summer Camps 2006

 

 

 

 

 

Position: Part Time Squash BC Bookkeeper

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, this position is responsible for managing and advising Squash BC Senior Management and Program Managers on financial issues and administration related to the Squash BC programs and assets.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ø     Maintain all financial records in accordance with established accounting practices.

Ø     Manage the Squash BC’s accounts receivable and accounts payables.

Ø     Manage the Squash BC’s cash disbursements, including all Squash BC credit card accounts.

Ø     Manage Squash BC’s cash flow in accordance with established polices and provide monthly cash flow reports.

Ø     Prepare and distribute financial statements on a quarterly basis.

Ø     Administer the Squash BC’s banking arrangements and provide monthly bank reconciliation reports.

Ø     Supervise the receipt and payment of the Squash BC’s Membership and Club license fees and registration fees for coaching and technical officials courses/seminars.

Ø     Manage and administer Squash BC 20-20 Vision Fund.

Ø     Act in an advisory capacity in all matters pertaining to Squash BC financial management and administration.

Ø     Assist with the preparation, update and monitor the Squash BC’s annual budget in conjunction with Squash BC’s Executive Director.

Ø     Prepare materials and information required for the Squash BC’s annual general and board meetings as required.

Ø     Assist with the preparation of annual grant applications and report to any granting agency, on behalf of the Squash BC.

Ø     Prepare materials and information required for the Squash BC’s annual audit and assist the auditors as required.

Ø     Prepare materials and information required for any external audits as required (e.g. GST, Canadian Revenue Agency).

Ø     Manage and advise on the potential upgrading of the Squash BC’s accounting software program.

Ø     Other related duties as required by the Squash BC’s Executive Director.

 

EDUCATION:

Ø     Post Secondary School diploma or certificate.

Ø     Recognized financial professional certification (or in the process of receiving such certification); or At least 5 years of working in the bookkeeping field.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES / EXPERIENCE:

Ø     Experience with QuickBooks software program.

Ø     Experience using business computer programs including but not limited to: MSWord, MS Excel, email, and the internet to do research.

Ø     Excellent organization and time management skills.

Ø     Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Ø     Proven ability to work with a minimum of supervision and take the initiative to address problems in a creative manner that contributes positively to the team effort.

Ø     Experience working in the field of sport or recreation.

Ø     Excellent team player.

 

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS:

Remuneration will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

 

OTHER INFORMATION:

Initially the position will require approximately 24 hours a month. The position of Bookkeeper may evolve into a broader range of responsibilities over time. The successful candidate should be willing to grow with the position and willing to participate in the expansion of the Squash BC’s administration.

 

APPLICATIONS:

Resumes with a covering letter and references, should be submitted to Kevin Kydd, Executive Director, at the address, fax, or email noted below. Resumes should be received no later than Tuesday, August 15, 2006 at 4:30pm (PDT). Please be advised that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted. Successful candidates should be available for interviews the week of August 21^st, 2006.

 

Squash BC

4867 Ontario St ,

Vancouver , British Columbia . 

V5V 3H4

TEL: (604) 737 3084 FAX:

(604) 736 3527

E-mail: kkydd@...

 

 

 

 

 

 

Technical Director for Squash Alberta :

Squash Alberta is a not-for-profit sport organization that promotes and facilitates the development of squash in Alberta .  The Technical Director will report directly to the Executive Director and be responsible for the development and implementation of all technical programming assigned.

 

Duties include:

a)  To encourage and coordinate the development of junior programming in all parts of the province.

b)  To promote and assist with the preparation of athletes and coaches for the Alberta Winter Games.

c)  To develop, promote, and operate the school squash program: creating student exposure to the sport, and assisting teachers in the development of student programming in the school atmosphere.

d)  To maintain continuity/consistency with the junior development programming in Alberta .

e)  To identify junior athletes provincially and facilitate their development within the programs of member club and programs of the association.

f)  To promote and assist with the preparation of athletes and coaches for the Canada Winter Games.

g)  Responsible for all athlete development programs.

h)  Other duties as assigned.

 

Required skills and abilities

a)  Level III Squash Coaching Certification or Level II Certification working towards Level III certification.

b)  Strong leadership interpersonal and communication skills.

c)  Ability to work with a wide range of athletes, coaches and officials from beginner to elite.

d)  Enthusiasm to introduce new athletes to the sport. 

e)  Ability to work as part of a team and also independently when required.

f)   A valid Drivers Licence.

 

The contract term and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

Please submit resumes to:    Executive Director

Squash Alberta

3415 - 3 Avenue NW

Calgary, Alberta T2N 0M4

Email: squash@...

 

This position will remain open until a candidate is selected.  We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, but only those considered for the position will be contacted.

 

 

 

 

 

Head Coach - Wellesley College , Wellesley , MA

 

The Wellesley College squash team is seeking an experienced and

enthusiastic head coach for the 2006-2007 season.

 

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, experience coaching on

both technical and strategic aspects of the game, and will be able to

coach players at all levels.  Responsibilities will include leading daily

practices and coaching at matches and tournaments.

 

Wellesley 's squash program dates back to 1940 with varsity competition

beginning in 1969.  The team has Howe Cup and Seven Sisters Championships

to its name as well as a strong tradition of  scholar-athlete achievement.

 Recent honors include the Clarence C. Chaffee Award at the 2005 Howe Cup.

 

The team suffered a setback after the recent decision of Wellesley 's

outgoing Athletic Director to terminate the varsity squash program.  We

remain in contact with administrators about reinstatement and are hopeful

that the incoming director will be open to a dialogue on the issue.  In

the interim, we would like to maintain varsity level competition and will

continue to accept applications for the coaching position until it is

filled.

 

Questions, letters, and resumes may be directed to Joan Huang at

Wellesley Squash @gmail.com.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Canada finishes eighth at World Junior Team championships

July 29, 2006

PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand- Number-one Egypt won its first title since 1980 as it beat number-two and defending champions Pakistan 2-1 in the final at the men's world junior squash championships.

The fifth-seeded Canadians lost the seventh place match to Hong Kong 2-1 to finish eighth. Max Lee defeated Canadian number-one Keith Pritchard of Calgary 7-9, 9-6, 10-9, 9-6 then Leo Au clinched the match beating David Letourneau of Calgary 9-1, 9-7, 10-8. Andrew McDougall of Calgary won the third match 9-5, 9-3, 9-0. David Glass of Winnipeg and Colin West of Toronto were the other Canadian team members.

In the bronze medal match, fourth-seeded Malaysia defeated number-three England 2-1. Germany was fifth, India sixth, Netherlands ninth and Australia rounded out the tournament's top-10.

The Canadians opened the team tournament a man short after West, who played impressively in the individual tournament reaching the round of 32, couldn't continue due to a blister on his hand.

Complete story: http://www.squash.ca/e/story_detail.cfm?id=1125

 

 

 

 

Squash BC is organizing a Level 3 Coaching Clinic.

August 25, 26 and 27th.

 

The course will need to start on Friday at noon and finish on Sunday around 5:00pm. The course will be held in the Richmond area which is close to the airport, ferries and hotels.

 

As you all know, Level 3 coaching courses are not held all that often. Waiting for the next one may be a couple of years.

 

All interested coaches should contact the Squash BC office to find out more details and sign up for the course.

 

604-737-3084

kkydd@....

 

 

 

 

 

 

Evergreen Summer Doubles Tournament Summary
72 entries representing 57 teams played in the Summer Doubles Tournament hosted by Evergreen Squash Club July 18 – 23rd. This tournament is starting to get noticed across North America now: we had 2 entries from Toronto ; 1 from Denver ; 1 from New York ; and another team from Toronto & Denver but had to cancel at the last moment – all had a keen interest to bring more people next year.

We actually had another person interested from Denver who emailed me that he wanted an entry form because he could not find one at his club -  Denver Athletic Club!  I of course apologized we did not send his club entries and reassured him we would do that next year.

As the weekend witnessed record heat, the action on court was just as hot. The ball just wouldn’t die and we had more games going to 5 than any other year. This backed up courts on all days. Saturday play started at 9:00am and did not finish till after 10:00pm (2 hours behind schedule). So thank you for coping with the heat and your patience.

The results are as follows:

Mens Open
Winners: Mark Heaney/ Jason Guiffre
R/Ups: Marv Mizinski/ Greg Desaulnier

Womens Open
Winners: Natasha Doucas/ Susan Dale
R/Ups: Nicolas Martin/ Michele Smith
Consolation: Karen Levine/ Sue Kaffka

Mixed Open
Winners:  Alicia Haneine/ Doug Buchanan
R/Ups: Karen Levine/ Greg Desaulnier
Consolation: Frances Frost/ Jamie Brown           

Mixed Div 1
Winners: Adam Jinks/ Diana Hardie
R/Ups: Ron Springer/ Bonnie Cooney

Mens Vets
Winner: Mark Heaney/ Kevin Johnson
R/Ups: Richard Dustan/ Brian Covernton
Consolation: Rob Forrest/ Mike Dodds

Mens Div 1
Winners: Adam Jinks/ Tom Locke
R/Ups: George Maddison/ Charles Maddison
Consolation: Mike Kaffka/ John Hirst

I would like to thank the following sponsors and clubs for their support:
Capilano Suspension Bridge; Freybe Sausage; Gary Bombay with ADPRO & Shippam; Happy Planet Juices; Black Knight; Credential Direct; Mr Lube; Racquets & Runners and the Hollyburn Country Club and the Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club for the use of their doubles court.

Also, a big thank you to our volunteers: Marv Mizinski, Lynn Dustan, Richard Dustan and Lynn Broman. And last but not least, Charles Bristow & Monica for putting on a great party on Saturday night. 

Thanks,
Mark Heaney,
Tournament Chairman

 

 

 

 

 

Squash BC is looking for squash pictures.

It’s getting to be that time of year again when we start putting together various publications we send out to our members. We’d like to “Jazz” up the publications a bit with a few more photos. There are a few parameters to keep in mind.

 

• The photos should be in a digital form.
• They should be squash related in some way. Action shots are great.
• They should be saved with your name in the title. This will make it much easier to keep track of who took what picture.
• Privacy will be established. We will not publish names and pictures together unless permission is obtained.
• We won’t use shots that have large mugs with frothy substances or like refreshments in the pictures being held up to salute the photographer. (This will cut out 50% of the pictures but we do have to draw the line.)

 

You may be asking yourself why you should go to the trouble of sending Squash BC any pictures.

 

If Squash BC uses any of your pictures in any publication, we will give you a

“FREE Squash BC Membership for One Year!!”

 

Please send the photo’s to kkydd@....

 

 

 

 

 

 

The following article was in the SportMedBC Newsletter.

Team BC Junior Squash Team
By: Rebecca Saban

While most teenagers spent their spring break catching up on some much-needed sleep, hanging out with friends at the local mall, or on a family vacation, 25 of British Columbia ’s best junior squash players took part in a spring training camp and competition.  In addition to the rigors common to any training camp, the young squash players received support and guidance from SportMedBC’s Total Sport Performance program.  

Earlier this spring, young squash players from across the province gathered at West Vancouver ’s Hollyburn Country Club for Team BC tryouts and the opportunity to compete at the 2007 Canada Winter Games next February. As part of SportMedBC’s Total Sport Performance program, athletes received functional assessments, mental training seminars, individual medical monitoring sessions with a physician, and sport nutrition advice from a Registered Dietitian.   

Clyde Smith, a physiotherapist from the Allan McGavin Sport Medicine Centre – Plaza of Nations , was one of the practitioners who worked with the squash players. Among other things, when he performs functional assessments of athletes, Clyde tests the flexibility and range of motion of the athletes, and if needed the athlete  is flagged for a follow-up session if Clyde or other practitioners identifies a problem.   Total Sport Performance Coordinator Misty Thomas says, “One of our goals is to use these sessions as a means of preventing future injury and to improve athlete performance.” Jeff Boag, the Team BC Head coach for Team BC squash, believes functional assessments are an effective means to prevent common injuries to areas like the groin and the Achilles tendon. After each one-on-one assessment, athletes are given specific exercises based on individual needs.  

The physiotherapist plays a valuable role as he or she is able to identify muscle imbalances and postural issues that can lead to injuries, and then working with the strength and conditioning specialist, provide suggestions to improve the problematic area.  “An athlete can be number one, but if s/he has a muscle imbalance from favouring one side of the body, it has the potential to manifest into a major problem,” says Boag. Coaches are often shocked to hear that their star player has a muscle imbalance to work on, but Misty adds, “Just think about how good a number one player could be if he or she followed the physiotherapist’s and strength and conditioning specialist’s recommendations.”  

SportMedBC’s in-house dietitian Jennifer Gibson was on hand to provide nutritional support.  At the Team BC squash training camp, Jennifer gave a group presentation that included a question and answer session where she asked players to share some of their eating patterns while at the camp. Within her interactive discussion, she provides valuable information on recovery foods, the “right” and “wrong” foods to eat before and after exercise, best fluid choices, and how to refuel between games throughout the day.  

Throughout the rest of the week, the athletes worked with their assigned strength and conditioning specialist , Anthony Findlay.  Anthony  provided the athletes with various cross training activities to improve the strength and flexibility of areas specifically important to squash players.  

The Team BC Squash team received the complete Total Sport Performance experience.  SportMedBC has been working with athletes, like the BC squash players since 1993 to identify the sport-specific needs of individual athletes.

 

 

 

 

 

So you think you can get away with it???

 

Canadian Racquetball Athlete Commits Anti-Doping Rule Violation
( Ottawa , Ontario – July 14, 2006) – The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) announced today that Kane Waselenchuk, a Canadian racquetball athlete, committed an anti-doping rule violation. The violation occurred during an in-competition doping control conducted at the Canadian National Racquetball Championships in Edmonton , Alberta on May 27, 2006.

Mr. Waselenchuk’s anti-doping rule violation was a result of his urine sample returning adverse analytical findings for Cannabis and Cocaine metabolite, both prohibited substances on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List.

In response to the CCES’ notification of the adverse analytical findings, Mr. Waselenchuk waived his right to a hearing and acknowledged the anti-doping rule violation. The athlete has received a sanction of two years sport ineligibility and permanent ineligibility for federal sport funding.

In all his dealings with the CCES, Mr. Waselenchuk has been very cooperative and at this time wishes to make the following statement:

“Kane does not wish to go into detail regarding the presence of a substance which he cannot explain”, stated his spokesperson. Kane does state, "I did not ingest any cocaine knowingly; as for the cannabis I was honest about it from the start. I am very sorry about the whole situation and I apologize to my friends, family and fans. This also is not a reflection of my character.”

The CCES is an independent, national, non-profit organization. Our mission, to foster ethical sport in Canada , is carried out through research, promotion, education, detection and deterrence, as well as through programs and partnerships with other organizations.

 

 

 

 

Dear Squash fans,

PSA Live: New DVD's in Store

Available to order NOW the Semis & Final DVDs from the recent Brit Insurance Super Series Finals 2006. Re-live all the action from Broadgate Arena, London . 

 

Semi #1: Lee Beachill (ENG) v Thierry Lincou (FRA)

A repeat of last year's classic Super Series Semi Final when Beachill had seven match points in the fourth only for Lincou to play flawless squash and eventually won the game 16-14. However, Beachill (a former World #1) is unbeaten in this tournament and looks back to his best and very strong against his fellow English players in the group stage. 

 

Semi #2: Amr Shabana (EGY)v Anthony Ricketts (AUS)

World #1 Amr Shabana has only been beaten twice by players ranked inside the PSA top 20 and is looking to take his first Super Series Finals title.  Shabana leads 4-1 in head to heads but Ricketts beat Shabana in the Tournament of Champions Semi Final 2005 (a tournament he went on to win).  Enthralling action and some amazing insights from Jansher Khan’s former mentor Satinder Bajwa in the commentary box.

   

Final: Lee Beachill (ENG) v Anthony Ricketts (AUS)

Beachill and Ricketts have already played each other in this tournament in which Beachill came out on top 3-2 in the longest match of the tournament.  It was another hot day in central London and with it being the first appearance for both players in a Super Series Finals, the packed crowd were treated to another final to remember with a major controversy involving the tournament referee thrown in as well.

 

LIVERPOOL OPEN 2006

The Final has been called "The Greatest Fightback in the History of Squash".  Pick up your Liverpool Open 2006 Final and Semi-Final DVD in the PSALIVE.TV Shop now - a must for your collection!

 

Order Today from our on-line Shop

 

New Summer Podcast  - FREE to download.

Available NOW to download, Podcast #5 is now available for Summer 2006.

We talk to David Palmer, Satinder Bajwa, James Willstrop, Mark Chaloner, Thierry Lincou and Amr Shabana and also a special interview with Ross Norman.

Great reductions on this seasons DVD's.  Pick up the quarter finals of any tournament this season for just £11

 Pick up exclusive DVD's of some unforgettable matches for unbelievable prices!

Visit our online shop to check out all the bargains on offer. 

Can you help us to spread the word about PSALIVE.TV ?  Are you a member of a squash club?  Would your club be able to help promote PSALIVE.TV and receive DVDs/T-shirts/free viewing credit for members?  Let us know what would work for you and your club and help us to keep building this service for you!

Email feedback@... with your ideas on how we can work together on promoting www.psalive.tv

Enjoy and see you for live coverage soon from:

Mamut English Open, Crucible Theatre, Sheffield Aug 15- 18

Al Ahram World Open, The Pyramids, Cairo , Egypt Sept 1 - 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sponsorship and Advertising

Squash BC has developed a comprehensive marketing package for Sponsors and Advertisers. This package has been designed to allow you to maximize your market exposure while minimizing your sponsorship expenses. You decide where best to promote your company’s products and services. We hope this “one stop shopping” approach will save you time and maximize your market exposure.

We would like to try the concept of sending all Squash BC members coupons from our sponsors and advertisers. You would decide on the type of product/discount you would like to promote, give that information to Squash BC. We will make up pages of coupons, to be inserted in the yearly mail out, for our members to use at your business. This offer will apply to businesses with over $500.00 in advertising/sponsorship.

Please review the following and do not hesitate to contact Squash BC at your convenience. The Squash Books will be going to print soon so don’t wait.

http://www.squashbc.com/business/index.htm

Thank you for your time and support of Squash BC!

Kevin Kydd
Executive Director, Squash BC
604-737-3084
info@...

 

 

 

 

 

Calling All Juniors:

 

Squash BC has entered into a program with the Sport Branch that is known as “The Ministry of Education External Sport Credentials Program.” The program in a nutshell is a junior can apply to the program in several different areas as either a coach or an athlete. As a coach you will have to become certified at a Coaching Foundations level and coach a minimum number of hours in a year. As an athlete you must be actively be on the provincial squad/team or be on the BC Winter Games/Canada Winter Games teams and train a certain number of hours under a minimum level 3 coach.

 

Both the Coaching and Athlete program will give you 4 credits towards your high school graduation. Not a bad deal. Part of the application process will make you get a letter signed by your high school counselor, so you may want to do this in the next month.

 

For more information on this, call me at the office, 604-737-3084 or just reply to this and I will send you the program outline and criteria.

 

Kevin Kydd

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jericho Sun & Surf/WISPA Tournament

 

Hello Everyone!

Here is the registration information regarding registration details for the 2006 Sun and Surf.

It is the 25th Anniversary of this fantastic event!  This year's theme is VIVA LAS VEGAS and we have also added a WISPA event for everyone to see for FREE!

Registration Officially opens: JUNE 18th at NOON PST.
www.sunandsurf.ca

The HIGH ROLLER's (Patron) PACKAGE is your best deal and value for you $ - $250  INCLUDES:

1 RESERVED WISPA seat for the Semi's and Final
1 Ticket to the Exclusive Sponsor/Player reception on Saturday evening before dinner - FREE Beer, Wine, Appetizers

2 Friday night BBQ tickets
2 Party/Dinner tickets with live act by TRACY BELL
1 Exclusive Vegas Poker Set

We are NOT selling tickets to WISPA.  Only High Roller's will receive a reserved seat for the semis and finals.  There is a limited # of High Roller Packages so don't miss out!

Looking forward to a full house of squash the week of August 8-13, 2006. Out of town players must be ready to play Friday at 5pm.

See you in August,

Shauna Flath
Head Squash Professional
Women's National Espoir Coach

 

Jericho Tennis Club
3837 Point Grey Road
Vancouver , BC V6R 1B3
(604) 221-2830

 

 

Junior Camps:

 

 

 

Boag’s Junior Boot Camps - August 2006

 

Camps will be run by Jeff Boag – BC Coach for the 2007 Canada Winter Games

 

1. Intermediate Competitive Squash Camp

Aug 22 – Aug 25 (Tues-Fri)

9:00am-12:00pm

$200 + 7% GST

Max imum 12

 

2. Intermediate Competitive Squash Camp

Aug 22 – Aug 25 (Tues-Fri)

1:00pm-4:00pm

$200 + 7% GST

Max imum 12

 

3. Advanced Competitive Squash Camp

Aug 28 - Aug 31 (Mon-Thu)

9:00am-3:00pm

$325 + 7% GST

Max imum 24 participants

 

This camp will have a morning and an afternoon session. One will be on court and the other will be dry land training with certified trainers.

 

Please check off the appropriate camp(s):

 

1. Intermediate Competitive Camp – AM           ______                   

2. Intermediate Competitive Camp – PM           ______       

 

(If camps 1 &2 were combined to a full camp (9am-3pm) would you be interested?           

New cost would be $325+7% GST)          Yes _____    No _____

 

 

Participant’s Name _______________________

 

Birth date (dd/mm/yy) ________________

 

Parent’s Names ___________________________________________________

 

E-mail addresses:   

Participant_______________________________________

 

            Parent_________________________________________

 

Phone numbers:      1^st __________     2^nd ___________________

 

 

* All participants receive a ‘Boag’s Battalion’ souvenir, video analysis and fitness assessment

* Sessions will focus on skill improvement and perfection. There will be fitness and or strength components each day run by Hollyburn’s certified fitness consultants.

* Lunch is not provided.

* White attire is required at Hollyburn.

 

Registration Deadline for all camps – Friday August 4^th

 

Cheques payable to Hollyburn Country Club

Mail to:

Hollyburn Country Club c/o Jeff Boag

950 Cross Creek Rd, West Vancouver , B.C. V7S 2S5

 

Contact Jeff Boag    

            Mobile :  604-763-2624

            Work: 604-913-4525

            Fax:    604-922-9811

            E-mail:  squash@...

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dixon's Squash Academy Summer Camps 2006

Registration forms are on the web site. www.victoriasquashclub.com

Thanks

Stuart

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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