Squash in Ireland Squash in Ireland Irish Squash includes notable players such as Jonah Barrington, Derek Ryan, Madeline Perry, Liam Kenny Aisling Blake and John Rooney. Jonah Barrington was honoured with a lifetime achievement award in 2006 at the World Squash Awards. Irish Squash is currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity following a dip in its profile during the 1990s. Belfast hosted the Women's International Squash Players Association World Championship in November 2006 with the final being played at the Ulster Hall. Irish Squash, the national governing body for squash in Ireland, celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2010. There are many growth areas
Glen Wilson (squash) Glen Wilson (squash) Glen Wilson (born 26 March 1971 in Upper Hutt) is a squash coach and former professional squash player from New Zealand. As a player, Wilson was a three-time New Zealand national champion, and reached a career-high world ranking of World No. 24. He won a mixed doubles Bronze Medal at the 1998 Commonwealth Games (partnering Sarah Cook), a mixed doubles Gold Medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games (partnering Leilani Joyce), and a mixed doubles Silver Medal at the 2004 World Doubles Squash Championships (partnering Shelley Kitchen). Wilson is currently the head pro of Club Atwater in Montreal.