Junior Squash Match Play
Competitive Junior Squash
Match Play & Tournaments
This is where practice meets performance. For the dedicated junior player, consistent training and lessons build the foundation. Our Junior Match Plays provide the crucial next step: the chance to test those skills, forge mental toughness, and learn how to win under real-match pressure. It's the perfect arena to prepare for the intensity of junior squash tournaments and showcase developing talent.
From Practice Player to
Proven Competitor
Not all match play is created equal. While any competition offers experience, our program is specifically engineered to build champions. We provide the structured, professional environment where young players don't just play—they learn how to compete.
Real Competitive Experience, Professionally Guided
Any match teaches pressure management. At Play Squash Academy, players learn to manage it under the watchful eye of our certified coaches, who provide real-time feedback in a structured setting, transforming a simple game into a guided learning experience.
Targeted Skill Acceleration
Playing is good, but playing against the right opponents is better. By grouping players based on skill level, we guarantee every match is competitive and productive. This quickly highlights specific areas for improvement, making subsequent lessons and drills infinitely more valuable.
A Proven Pathway to Tournaments
Our Squash match plays are the official training ground and stepping stone for players aiming to succeed in sanctioned junior squash tournaments. We provide the framework, discipline, and competitive structure that builds a true competitor, ready for the next level.
Championship Character Development
We don’t just enforce the rules; we instill our academy’s core values of integrity, resilience, and respect. Players learn how to win with grace and lose with dignity, building the sportsmanship and character that define a true champion on and off the court.
How Our Match Play
Program Works
We've designed our program to provide consistent, high-quality competition for all skill levels in a structured and professional environment.
Format
Our match plays are typically run in a round-robin or ladder format, guaranteeing multiple matches for every participant during the 90-minute session.
Skill-Based Groupings
Players are placed into groups based on their demonstrated ability (e.g., Beginner/Bronze, Intermediate/Silver, Advanced/Gold) to ensure competitive, fair, and productive matches for everyone.
Professional Supervision
Every session is organized and supervised by our US Squash certified coaches, who ensure proper conduct, offer guidance, and manage the flow of play.
Consistent Scheduling
With weekly sessions available at our premier locations, your child can build a consistent routine of competitive play, creating the structure of a junior squash league without the multi-month commitment.
Match Play Schedules & Registration
A minimum of 3 players is required for a session to run. We strongly encourage advance registration via our weekly member emails to secure your spot. Choose your preferred location below to view schedules and book.
McLean & Tysons Match Play Schedule
| Day | Location | Level | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
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Wednesday |
McLean |
Beginner / Bronze |
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
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Wednesday |
McLean |
Intermediate / Silver |
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
|
Wednesday |
Tysons |
Advanced / Gold |
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
|
Wednesday |
Tysons |
Elite / Gold / JCT |
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM |
Columbia Match Play Schedule
| Day | Location | Level | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Wednesday |
Columbia |
Beginner / Intermediate |
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
|
Tuesday |
Columbia |
Advanced / Elite |
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
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Sunday |
Columbia |
Beginner / Intermediate |
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM |
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Sunday |
Columbia |
Advanced / Elite |
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
Bethesda Schedules
Schedules for our Bethesda locations are integrated with our advanced clinic programs. Please visit the clinic pages for booking information or contact the location's head coach directly.
Pricing & Packages
| Level | Single Match Play (90 min) | Value Pack (11 Sessions) | Performance Pack (23 Sessions) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Beginner |
$45 |
$450 (1 Free) |
$900 (3 Free) |
|
Intermediate |
$60 |
$600 (1 Free) |
$1200 (3 Free) |
|
Advanced / Elite |
$80 |
$800 (1 Free) |
$1600 (3 Free) |
(Note: Pricing listed is for McLean/Tysons. Please click to view specific pricing for Columbia, and Bethesda which may vary slightly).
Learn from a Team of Dedicated
Squash Professionals
An academy is only as good as its coaches. We are proud to have a leadership team of career professionals who are not only experts in the sport but are also passionate mentors dedicated to youth development.
Jay naseem
CEO
Kaleem Khan
Director - Columbia
Ikram Khan
Head Coach – Regency
Frequently Asked Questions
My child has never competed before. Is this right for them?
Absolutely. Our “Beginner” level match play is the perfect first step. It’s a supportive environment focused on learning the rules, scoring, and etiquette of competitive play.
How do I know which skill level to sign up for?
If your child is currently in our lesson or clinic programs, their coach can provide a recommendation. If you are new to the academy, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to help assess the right starting point.
Are these official US Squash sanctioned tournaments?
Our weekly match plays are internal competitive events designed for training and development. They are the ideal preparation for players looking to enter official, US Squash sanctioned junior squash tournaments.
What equipment is required?
Players are required to have their own racquet, non-marking court shoes, and protective eyewear, which is mandatory for all junior play.
Give Your Child the
Competitive Edge
Spaces in our weekly match plays are limited and fill up quickly. Register today and watch your young athlete turn practice into proven performance.