Questions Every Club Should Answer

 Every club/program should answer the following 10-question framework to establish what type of programming they need:  

  1. WHO? Who are we trying to attract and serve?   
  1. WHY? What is the primary purpose of the squash program?   
  1. WHAT? What programs and services should we offer?   
  1. PATHWAY? How does someone progress from first-time player to regular participant and, where appropriate, competitive player?   
  1. WHEN? What should a typical weekly and annual programming calendar look like?   
  1. WHO DELIVERS IT? What coaches, staff and volunteers are required?   
  1. COST? What is included in membership and what is an additional charge?   
  1. COURT USAGE? How do we maximize courts during both peak and off-peak periods?   
  1. RECRUIT & RETAIN? How do we attract new players, onboard them effectively and keep them engaged?   

SUCCESS? What does success look like and how will we measure it?   

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