The Community Squash vision is to help build and develop the squash community in Ontario by creating a culture of communal JOY through PLAY, CAMARADERIE and ACCESS, and to create a space where everyone at all levels and ages, regardless of perceived differences, can participate, contribute to the squash community and build relationships within the community.

Information

Tournament: 2023 Community Squash Ontario Masters Championships

Dates: 20-22 October, 2023

Registration Deadline: 11 October, 2023

Divisions: Mens & Women's 30+ B/C, 30+, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+ and Men's 70+, 75+ (draws with less than 4 players will be combined)

B/C divisions are geared towards players who typically play at a low B level or below. Approximate ratings should be under 3.5 for women and under 4.0 for men. If there are not enough participants in these B/C divisions, we will combine them with the regular age group divisions.

Host Venue: Greystone Racquet Club, 155 Northfield Drive, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 4B8

Tournament Chair: Gary Waite

Entry Fee: $85 + HST (late entries may be accepted if feasible and will be subject to a $5 surcharge)

Start times: will be published by end of day on the Wednesday and draws will be posted by end of day on the Thursday, the week of the tournament. Requests to change or specific start times cannot be accommodated due to the nature of the event.

Eyeguards must be worn by all players at sanctioned events. Officials will monitor the use of eyewear

Refunds: any withdrawals before the entry deadline will receive a refund less 15% admin fee. Any withdrawals after the entry deadline will not receive a refund.

Additional policies and resources can be found on the Squash Ontario Policies webpage.

OUT OF PROVINCE PLAYERS: please contact tournaments@squashontario.com to pay for the entry fee and be added manually into the tournament. Please do not sign up through club locker as you DO NOT need to purchase a Squash Ontario membership, this is for Ontario residents only.

Rob Brooks Cup

Along with provincial titles, players have the chance to win the Rob Brooks Cup which is given out every year to the club team with the best overall results. Encourage your fellow club team members to register to get involved!

2022 Cup Champs - Greystone Racquet Club
2020 Cup Champs - Mayfair Parkway
2019 Cup Champs - Kingston Garrison Squash Club
2018 Cup Champs - Mayfair Parkway
2017 Cup Champs - Toronto Racquet Club
2016 Cup Champs - Mayfair Parkway

Team Ontario Masters Selection Event

To qualify for Team Ontario Masters and participate in the Canadian Masters Team Championships, players must meet the below criteria.

Men’s Team

The men’s team will comprise of four (4) players; one over the age of 40, at least one of whom must be over the age of 45, at least one other must be over the age of 50 and at least one further player must be over the age of 55. Playing position on the team will be determined by the team captain and Squash Ontario.

Women’s Team

The women’s team will comprise three (3) players; one over the age of 40, at least one of whom must be over the age of 45 and at least one other must be over the age of 50. Playing position on the team will be determined by the team captain and Squash Ontario.

Eligibility Criteria

Be an individual member in good standing of Squash Ontario at the date of selection
Be either a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
Have resided in Ontario for 12 months prior to the date of the Ontario Masters Closed Championship
Age eligibility as of the last day of the Canadian Masters Teams Championships

Selection Criteria

Players MUST participate in the Ontario Masters Closed Championships
Winners of the following divisions will be invited to join Team Ontario: Men’s 40+, 45+, 50+, 55 +, Women’s 40+, 45+, 50+
If divisions are combined and there is not a head to head match up, the top finishers of each combined age group will be selected (ie. Men’s 40/45+ division, the top finisher aged over 40+ will be selected and the top finisher over 45+ will fill that spot).
If the winner of a draw declines to participate on Team Ontario, Squash Ontario reserves the right to place a higher ranked, winner of an older division to the team (ie. If Women’s 50+ winner declines and the 55+ winner is higher ranked than the runner up, they will be invited to take the 50+ spot).

Hotels

The Inn of Waterloo, 475 King Street N, Waterloo, ON, N2J2Z5

Tournament rate of $169.99 plus tax for a 2 night minimum stay valid until 19 September 2023.

Players should call the hotel directly on 519-804-1130 and quote “Ontario Master Squash Championship” or use the Code “ OMSC1020”

Extra information:

At check in a pre authorized hold will be placed on the credit card for Room + Tax + $250 incidental hold which is released the day of check out.
All rooms are equipped with a mini fridge, Microwave & a Keurig machine.
The swimming pool, whirlpool & sauna are available to use between 07.00am – 11.00pm.
Check in 4pm
Check out 12 noon
Free cancellation 72 hours prior to the day of arrival