Tournament Director Expectations

US Squash is committed to supporting and guiding our Tournament Directors (TDs) to deliver the best and most consistent squash tournament experience across the country. We want our TDs not only to enjoy running events but also to feel confident and accountable in their...

COACH PASS REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR AND STAFF All Tournament Directors (TDs) must hold a Coach Pass Premium. Assistant pros/site managers must have a Coach Pass Basic if assisting at the same venue, or Coach Pass Premium if they are a site director at a...

At all Gold, Silver, and Bronze tournaments, Tournament Directors (TDs) must ask visiting coaches to show their digital Coach Pass to enter the venue/event. MULTIPLE VENUES: To clarify, if your event is held at more than one venue, each Site Manager must: Hold a Coach Pass...

We recommend laminating posters for reuse at future events. SAFESPORT TRAINING: The U.S. Center for SafeSport requires that all tournament staff and volunteers who work at the event and have authority over minors must complete SafeSport Training. Plan staffing early to allow time for training. The full...

To provide participants with a better understanding of your tournament, venues, and the surrounding area, Tournament Directors are required to update the Tournament Information Page with key event details. Clear, detailed information not only enhances the player and spectator experience but also saves time by...

PLAYER GIFTS: All participants must be provided with a QUALIFTY player gift at the tournament check-in. TDs are expected to spend the approximate amount below for each tournament category. Bronze Tournament $10 Silver Tournament $12 Gold Tournament $15 TROPHIES: Trophies must be provided for: 1st Place 2nd Place for an...

Each tournament is assigned a US Squash Tournament Support person. Timely and complete communication with your Support person is essential to running a smooth event. Support can only be effective if full and accurate information is provided. KEY POINTS: If you need to communicate during the...

Proper staffing is essential to running a successful tournament. PLANNING AHEAD— including training your team and confirming with US Squash — will set you up for a smooth event. KEY STAFFING REQUIREMENTS: CLEAR TASK ASSIGNMENT: Each staff member must have clearly assigned responsibilities to ensure...

DEVICES: All matches must be scored live using Club Locker software. Be sure to have the correct number of devices for your courts, remember to have extras so you can switch them out when the batteries are low. Check that your WIFI is working...

BOOKING COURTS/START AND END PLAY TIMES: Matches are to begin no earlier than 4:00pm on Friday and end no later than 4:00pm on Sunday. In certain instances, US Squash may allow tournaments to operate outside of these designated hours. Please make sure your facilities...

Good sportsmanship is one of the most important life lessons that children—and their parents—can learn through squash. To reinforce this, it is essential to post Sportsmanship Posters prominently around your facility, reminding players, coaches, and spectators of the behavioral expectations throughout the tournament. Please use the...

Please complete the following list at least 3 hours BEFORE the tournament starts or preferably the day before the tournament starts. Players typically start to arrive at least 1 hour prior to their first match, so an early set up is essential. WIFI &...

SUPERVISE WARM-UPS Players must hit 2 hits to themselves and then over to their opponent during warm-up. Remind players of this rule as needed to ensure fair and shared warm-up time. REFEREEING STANDARDS Maintain timely and high-quality refereeing throughout the tournament. Players must be present and attentive when...

Please click HERE to confirm that you have read and understood the Tournament Director Expectations provided by US Squash and agree to follow all guidance, policies, and procedures outlined in the document to ensure the successful, safe, and professional delivery of the tournament. Also to...