Judges

James Zug Jim is the author of six books including Squash: A History of the Game (Scribner, 2003) and Run to the Roar: Coaching to Overcome Fear (Penguin, 2010) which came out in paperback in 2012. A senior writer at Squash Magazine since 1998, he writes regularly for Squash Player magazine in London, and has a blog on the game: SquashWord.com and a Twitter feed: @squashword. He is the chair of the US Squash Hall of Fame & Museum. 


James (The Squashist) Prudden is an enthusiastic player of 40 years' duration, which explains his dodgy right knee, and the editorial director of a medical publishing company, which explains why he is convinced he is suffering from a multitude of diseases at any one time.


Daniel Paris Dan grew up on the mean streets of Manhattan's west side and learned squash while working at the NYC public clubs. He became the longtime Head Pro at the legendary Uptown Racquet Club on East 86th Street, and has enjoyed stints as a touring pro and college coach. Dan is known for his entertaining lessons, and for his ability to debate any subject, on or off the court.

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Barbara Cooper Barb is a former World #8 who has captured ten World Masters titles. She coached the British National Women's Team for nine years, as well as the Canadian National Women's Team. Barb is a recipient of the National Achievement Award for the province of Ontario, and produces the popular video series, Help My Squash Game.


Samantha Cornett Sam is the current Canadian women's national champion and is ranked #38 in the world by the WSA. Sam played #1 on the 2011 Canadian women's team that won gold at the Pan American Games. Sam is universally recognized as one of the most popular players on the world tour.