| Squash pros draw large interest in the sport |
| Tuesday, 05 June 2012 14:04 |
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The squash courts at the Graceway Sports Centre were busier than ever last week when dozens of local residents and students received tips from some of the top pros in the sport. The Turks and Caicos Star Foundation helped welcome two of the world’s best squash players to the islands to teach residents the fundamentals of the high intensity sport. The free squash clinics ran from May 21-25, and the centres director, Adina Ciurar, said they could not have been more pleased with the results. “We did not expect it to be SO successful, with so many people willing to play,” Ciurar told the fp. Squash pros Niamat and Naji Khan hail from a long line of squash playing lineage that make up the world famous “Khan Dynasty of Squash.” The Khan family has dominated the sport for decades and has won more championships titles than any family in any sport in history, including the prestigious British Open and North American Open titles. The Khan brothers have each played professional squash for more than 25 years and now devote their time to teaching beginners and juniors, coaching advanced players and developing squash programs. The two brothers spent the week training adults and youth on the fundamentals of the sport. “This was our way of helping the country to get more people involved in the sport, especially children,” said Niamat Khan. The two brothers said they enjoyed the opportunity to teach the sport and were impressed both by the facilities and the interest show in learning the sport. “We are very privileged to have two world class squash courts on the island located at the Graceway Sports Centre,” said resident and squash enthusiast Rob Ayers. “Both courts are air-conditioned and have sprung floors (easy on the knees) and glass back walls for better viewing. It’s a great way to get in shape.” The visit was organized and sponsored by the Star Foundation, whose founder, long-time resident Charlotte D’Arcy Donaldson, said the idea was to grow interest in playing squash. The event also served as a fundraiser for the foundation, with proceeds from concession sales during the trainings being donated to the foundation. The Graceway Sports Centre offers squash memberships to individuals and families, and regular training is offered for those interested in getting involved in the sport. |
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