What is RI Squash?
RI Squash is the Rhode Island Squash Association. RI Squash is responsible for running the statewide squash leagues and tournaments. RI Squash dues also pay for the maintenance of the association website, year-end trophies and finals night for both team and individuals competitions, as well as support of local squash exhibitions, clinics, and the new urban squash program that is being started in Providence.
What is the squash league?
RI Squash runs league play in which member club teams compete against one another throughout the season (usually late October to April). There are member clubs throughout Rhode Island and in Southern Massachusetts. The clubs form teams that compete in four (A, B, C, D) divisions. Many clubs have teams in all divisions, others have teams in only some of those divisions. To compete in league play you must join RI Squash and join a member club.
What tournaments does RI Squash organize?
In addition to running league competition RI Squash also organizes individual tournaments. In the fall, look out for the RI Open. In the Spring a skill level and age bracket tournament is run and in the winter a junior tournament and a handicap tournament are typically run. To play in these tournaments you must join RI Squash. Announcements and signups for upcoming tournaments are posted on the RI Squash web-site during the season.
How do I play for a Brown team?
The first thing you should do is read this entire FAQ. If you are still interested, contact Mark Johnson. He will put you on the ladder, give you contact information for other players at Brown, and get you on a team. To play for Brown in the league you must join RI Squash and have a Brown University Rec. pass. To join RI Squash go to the RI Squash web-site where you will see directions. If you are a student at Brown your i.d.card gives you access to all athletic facilities. If you are not a student you will be required to obtain a rec pass. You will need this pass to checkin at the courts (4th floor Pizzitola tennis court desk).
What is expected of me if I play for a Brown team?
We only expect you to have fun and be a dependable team player. As part of a team you will be expected to show up for your team match every week. Half of these matches will be at the Brown courts, half will be played away at other clubs around the state. League nights for each level rotate from year-to-year; so make sure you know which is your night. Let your team captain know if you can't make a match as soon as you know you have a conflict. In addition to the team matches, you will play challenge matches with other Brown players. The frequency of those matches is hard to predict but be prepared, especially early in the season, to play a challenge match a week.
