Daniel Paris (Director of Judging) 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.
Kathryn Abernathy
Ruthanne Darling-Deceder
Consultant/mom/wife/animal rescuer
by day and all the above plus writer by night (when I can steal away
quiet moments to pen my thoughts). Love to travel, ski, write, and
bake. Share a love for squash because of a dear friend and past nyc
neighbor whose love for the game and knowledge exceeds anyone I have
ever met. Working on publishing first novel while enjoying
freelance writing opportunities along the way.
Anne Hipshman
Richard Millman
Richard
is an international lifelong squash professional - and husband, dad,
grampa, writer, coach, player, referee, innovator, maverick, mentor,
team player, thinker, listener, promoter, developer, retailer - who
lives squash.
Georgetta Morque Georgetta
is a public relations consultant and freelance writer and was the media
relations director for the Pro Squash Tour. She is the founder of the
Rye High School and Middle School squash programs in New York’s
Westchester County, co-founder of the Fairwest Public School Squash
League, and the mother of three athletes.
Al Tommervik
Al is a journalist, tech writer, and pseudo-techie.
Pete Wolfe Pete lives in San Bruno CA, is a first time Judge, and is looking forward to reading more of the novel.
Jeanne Woods Jeanne
is a real estate broker in Sonoma County, an hour north of San
Francisco, and a veteran writer in DSR fiction competitions.