Shawnigan Junior Squash Open
The inaugural Shawnigan Junior Open was held 17-19th September in the new Sportsplex. This Squash BC sanctioned tournament attracted many accomplished players from BC, Alberta, Washington and California. The draws were very competitive and made for some closely contested and exciting matches.
A highlight was the Girls' Gold event where Ashley T of Shawnigan (Gr. 12 from France) played very well to win the title in convincing fashion, beating the BC no. 1 and Canada no. 3 junior player. She was awarded the Monk Office Cup. Tyler O of Victoria, No. 1 Under 17 in Canada, was the worthy recipient of the Gudewill Cup in the Boys' Gold event. Tommy H (SLS) won the Boys' Bronze category. Kelsey M took first place in the Girls' Bronze, with Claire W as runner-up. Duncan M was the winner of the Boys' Silver division. Dorian L-W, Justin M and Chris M, all of SLS, had strong performances in the Boys' Gold event.
– Lynne Grass, Coach