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WSO Announce El Gouna International Allocation
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the upcoming El Gouna International Squash Open. The final Platinum World Event of
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WSO Announce U23 World Championships Allocation
WSO are delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the U23 World Championships. Taking place in Karachi, Pakistan from 6th-10th April, the winner of
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Refinar: Different Forms of Dissent
🎓 KNOW THE RULES, KNOW THE GAME: Join our Exclusive Refinar! 🎓 Prepare to gain expert tips and guidance at our first Refinar of 2025!
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WSO Launches RefereeWell
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are proud to announce the launch of our new referee wellbeing initiative, RefereeWell. The central hub for championing referee wellbeing in squash,
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WSO Official Statement: J.P. Morgan Tournament of Champions
World Squash Officiating (WSO) has released the following statement regarding the on-court conduct and decisions taken during the Men’s final of the 2025 J.P. Morgan
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WSO Announce JP Morgan ToC Allocation
World Squash Officiating (WSO) is delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the upcoming J.P. Morgan Tournament of Champions. It is one of the most
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REFINAR – PLAYER AND REFEREE MEETING
Join the WSO team for an open meeting on Wednesday 8th January to get updates from WSO and discuss key points from events before the
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WSO Communication: Excellence in Global Squash Officiating
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are delighted to release the below communication outlining the achievements and future plans of WSO, highlighting our key investment areas: Officials,
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WSO Announce Allocation of Referees for WSF World Team Championships
World Squash Officiating (WSO) is pleased to announce the allocation of referees for the upcoming WSF World Team Championships. Taking place in Hong Kong, China,
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WSO Announce Milwaukee Hong Kong Squash Open Allocation
World Squash Officiating (WSO) is delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the Milkwaukee Hong Kong Squash Open, the final PSA World Event of
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REFINAR – HOLIDAY QUIZ
🎓 KNOW THE RULES, KNOW THE GAME: Join our Exclusive Refinar! 🎓 Join Professional Referee Jason Foster for an interactive quiz on the Rules of
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WSO Welcomes Partners from ASF
In a significant move to enhance the development and standardisation of squash officiating worldwide, World Squash Officiating (WSO) is pleased to welcome our latest partner
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WSO Announces Castore as Official Kit Supplier in Multi-Year Partnership
World Squash Officiating (WSO) – jointly owned by the World Squash Federation (WSF) and the Professional Squash Association (PSA) – is delighted to announce a
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Understanding Turning in Squash
Introduction: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, understanding the rules and how to handle various situations during a match is crucial. Turning is
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WSO Announce Comcast Business US Open Championships Allocation
WSO are delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the Comcast Business US Open Championships. Taking place at the Arlen Specter US Squash Center,
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SquashPlayer Bitesize: Embracing Technological Innovations
Squash is unique to racket sports because of its gladiatorial nature, with both players competing for the same confined space. This throws up much speculation
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WSO Announce Q-Terminals Qatar Classic Allocation
As we continue the busy start of the 2024/25 PSA Squash Tour season, World Squash Officiating is delighted to announce the allocation of referees for
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REFINAR – FRONT CORNER INTERFERENCE
🎓 KNOW THE RULES, KNOW THE GAME: Join our Exclusive Refinar! 🎓 Prepare to gain invaluable insights at our third Refinar of 2024! Receive expert
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WSO Official Statement 02 September 2024
Yesterday, with the scores at 8-8 in game five in the third round match of the 2024 CIB Egyptian Open between Fares Dessouky and Tarek
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WSO Signs Partnership with DigiMithril to Bring AI into Squash Refereeing
World Squash Officiating (WSO) – the organisation dedicated to the regulation and development of squash officiating worldwide – has signed a partnership with US-based startup
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WSO Announce Paris Squash Allocation
World Squash Officiating is delighted to announce the allocation of referees for Paris Squash. The first Platinum event of the season, the PSA Squash Tour
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WSO Announce CIB Egyptian Open Allocation
World Squash Officiating is delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the CIB Egyptian Open. The season opener in Giza takes place between August
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Update WSO3 – August 2024 Directives for the PSA Squash Tour
WSO Directives will clarify the Rules of Squash (referred to in this Directive as “Rule” or “Rules”) and the interpretation applicable to the professional game.
Squash Rules School
Understanding the Serve: A Beginner’s Guide
Introduction Squash is an exhilarating and fast-paced racket sport that demands agility, skill, and strategic thinking. As a beginner, it’s essential to be familiar with
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WSO Announce Partnership with England Squash
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are delighted to announce a new partnership with England Squash that will see their members benefit from a 20% discount on
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Squash Summit 2024: Technology in Squash
At the British Open, the PSA Foundation held the inaugural Squash Summit, a two-day conference bringing together key individuals and organisations from the global squash
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SquashPlayer Bitesize: A Quest to Professionalise Squash Officiating
In the midst of the fiercely competitive world of squash, where athletes invest time, money, and dedication to refine their skills, a silent disparity often
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Jason Foster joins WSO as Professional Referee
World Squash Officiating (WSO) is delighted to announce that Jason Foster has been appointed to the panel of full-time professional referees on the PSA World
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WSO Announce XBOX PSA World Tour Finals Allocation
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are delighted to announce the allocation of referees for the XBOX PSA World Tour Finals 2023-2024. The XBOX PSA World Tour
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WSO Announce CIB PSA World Championships Allocation
Ahead of the CIB PSA World Championships beginning on 9th May, World Squash Officiating (WSO) are proud to announce the allocation of referees selected to
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REFINAR 2024 – 22nd May at National Squash Centre
🎓 Know the Rules, Know the Game: Join Our Exclusive Workshop! 🎓 Prepare to gain invaluable insights at our in-person workshop at the Manchester Open at the
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REFINAR 2024 – Swing Interference
🎓 KNOW THE RULES, KNOW THE GAME: Join our Exclusive Refinar! 🎓 Prepare to gain invaluable insights at our second Refinar of 2024! Receive expert
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WSO Announce Level 4 and 5 Referees
World Squash Officiating (WSO) are delighted to announce the current list of WSO Level 4 and 5 referees following the transition of WSF and International
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Secure Your Place For Our PSA Directive Workshop
Join Lee Drew and Josh Taylor in our in-person Optasia Championships workshop at The Wimbledon Club! Receive expert guidance as we delve into the player
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REFINAR 2024 – 12th March – Optasia Championship at The Wimbledon Club
🎓 Elevate Your Game: Join Our Exclusive Workshop! 🎓 Prepare to gain invaluable insights at our in-person workshop at the Optasia Championships at The Wimbledon Club!
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REFINAR 2024 – COMMON CAUSES OF INTERFERENCE
🎓 Elevate Your Game: Join Our Exclusive Refinar! 🎓 Prepare to gain invaluable insights at our inaugural Refinar of 2024! Receive expert guidance from WSO
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NSF teams up with WSO to educate referees
The Nigerian Squash Federation (NSF) and the WSO have been working together to educate referees and start them on their World Squash Officiating pathway.
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MEET THE REF – TAMMER ALNAGGARY
Hear about Tammer’s journey into refereeing and how it led to him becoming a WSO Referee on the PSA World Tour.
If you want to
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MEET THE REF – ANDREA SANTAMARIA
Meet Andrea Santamaria Understand how and why she transitioned from playing to becoming a WSO Referee on the PSA World Tour If you want to
Squash Rules School
Understanding the “No Let” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
Introduction: Squash is an intense and thrilling racket sport that requires quick reflexes, agility, and strategic thinking. As a beginner, it’s essential to familiarise yourself
Squash Rules School
Understanding the “Stroke” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
Introduction: Squash is a fast-paced and dynamic racket sport that requires agility, precision, and strategic thinking. One of the key concepts in squash is the
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Understanding the “Yes Let” in Squash: A Beginner’s Guide
This is a short article to help a new player understand the “Yes Let” in Squash
