Squash: Individual Championships 2024-25

DATES

Friday 29 November – Sunday 1 December 2024

VENUES

David Ross Sports Village - Men’s Grades A-D, Women’s Grades A & B, and all finals on Sunday

Nottingham Squash Rackets Club - Men’s Grades E-H, Women’s Grades C & D

The draw can be found here.

To limit first round BYEs each withdrawal will be replaced with competitors from the grade below if appropriate. Competitors should check the FINAL DRAW which will be uploaded onto the website on Thursday 28 November. 

You must be ready to play at the scheduled time of your match. Please follow results on SportyHQ and ask at the tournament desk to check any last-minute changes. Ensure you have checked the time of your next match after your previous one. Any player who is not at their game within 20 minutes after the scheduled start time will forfeit the game. A link to SportyHQ will be available when the draw goes live.

All players must register at their venue at least 30 MINUTES prior to their first match time each day. Late arrivals cannot have their match rescheduled and so will be scratched from the event (including the plate) and be subject to a fine for DNS.

First match times (and venues) on Friday are as follows:

Please see Reg 7.9 for our withdrawal policy.

The following fines apply:

• Withdrawals after Version 1 of draw has been released (Thursday 21 November) will receive a £50 fine.
• Withdrawals as of Wednesday 27 November will receive a £75 fine.  
• No shows on the day will receive a £100 fine.
• Withdrawals during the competition will receive a £25 fine.  

Medical notes will only be accepted for new injuries. If you have an existing medical condition and choose to enter the competition you will still face a fine if you withdraw.

It is MANDATORY for all players under the age of 19 during the championships including on the last day of the championships must wear protective eye wear.

All presentations will take place after the final game on Sunday 1 December at the David Ross Sports Village on the show court. There will be trophies for each category winner, runner-up and plate winner.

BUCS General Rules and Regulations

BUCS Squash Rules and Regulations

All competitors competing at Nottingham Squash Racket Club and some competing at David Ross will be required to mark games on the ‘Score Squash’ App. We will not be using paper scoresheets.

Please download the ‘Score Squash’ app to your smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. There will be some tablets available at registration to use. Please ensure these are returned to registration when not being used.

A step-by-step guide on how to mark using 'Score Squash' can be found here

Men’s Grades A-D, Women’s Grades A & B, and all finals on Sunday

Address:

David Ross Sports Village (DRSV)

University of Nottingham

University Park

Nottingham

NG7 2RD

Officiating

Most games will be marked by an England Squash referee. However, there will also be games that competitors will be required to mark using the ‘Score Squash’ app. If an umpire does not arrive for the game after yours, the winner of your game will be required to mark it.

Please see the ‘Score Squash’ App tab for more information about how to score using the app.

Parking

Parking restrictions on campus apply Monday-Friday and all visitors will be required to display a ticket from the machine or alternatively make use of the RingGo app service. Visitors of the David Ross Sports Village can make use of 2 hours free parking with a ticket or via the app.

There are no parking charges over the weekend but please park in an appropriately marked bay and adhere to any guidance displayed.  No parking is permitted on grassed areas.

A map of campus can be found attached with parking options immediately surrounding the David Ross Sports Village, on Beeston Lane and at the following halls of residences which are in close proximity to the sports village: Beeston Lane, Sherwood Hall, Derby Hall, Bowling Green, Ancaster, Cavendish or Willoughby Hall.

DRSV Parking Map

Changing Facilities / Bag Storage

There are accessible changing facilities located on the ground floor of David Ross Sports Village. These are not exclusive use for BUCS competitors.

We STRONGLY advise competitors to utilise the lockers located around the corridors of David Ross Sports Village. You will need to bring a padlock should you wish to use the lockers.

Competitors can utilise the area between courts 3-6 as a bag drop. Please do not block walkways and note that bags are left at the competitors own risk.

Food Drink

The University of Nottingham Clubhouse Café will be open from 08:00-19:00 for the duration of the competition. This can be found just inside the entrance to the David Ross Sports Village.

Men’s Grades E-H, Women’s Grades C & D

Address

Nottingham Squash Rackets Club (NSRC)

Tattershall Drive

The Park Estate

Nottingham

NG7 1BX

Officiating

Those playing at the Nottingham Squash Rackets Club will be required to mark the next match on court after yours using the ‘Score Squash’ app, as there will be no referees present. The winner of your game MUST mark the following game. Please support the event and help it get started on time each day by volunteering to mark one of the first games of the day!

Please see the ‘Score Squash’ App tab for more information about how to score using the app.       

Parking

Limited parking is available. Please only park in the highlighted areas shown on the parking permit. You will need to display this permit if parking in the car park or on the permitted areas on the road.

Permits will be available to collect on a stand on your right-hand side as you enter the club or you can print them in advance.

The club is a 15-20 minute walk from Nottingham Train Station.

Changing Facilities / Disability Access / Bag Storage

Changing rooms are available.

There is a bag store just before the first set of double doors on the right-hand side. Bags can also be stored in changing rooms and outside courts 7-10. Please note, bags are left at your own risk.

Food / Drink

Sandwiches and soft drinks will be available to purchase at the club.

There is a water fountain located upstairs, outside the gym.

BUCS and the University of Nottingham have collaborated to provide a PSA Foundation kit donation box will be available at David Ross Sports Village. Any kit collected, will either be donated to support community squash initiatives in Nottingham or the PSA global grassroots programme.

Please donate any unwanted or old kit and equipment you no longer need, any donations will be appreciated! More information about what can and can't be donated can be found here

Please see Appendix 1 for the BUCS Points available at this event.

Anyone wishing to take photos or video at this event must complete the BUCS Media Accreditation Form prior to the event.

BUCS reserves the right to prohibit photography equipment being used at a BUCS event. BUCS reserves the right to request that the individual ceases to take photographs, deletes any images and, if considered necessary, leaves the venue.

BUCS is working with England Squash to deliver the England Squash ‘Calling The Shots' workshop at the BUCS Squash Individual Championships. The course will be held at David Ross Sports Village on Sunday 1 December, 13:00-14:00.

Please complete this form to sign up to the workshop - the course has a capacity of 40 people.

Completing the form is not confirmation, you will receive a separate email to confirm your place. If you sign up and can no longer attend, please inform [email protected] so that your space can be made available for someone else.

BUCS are proud to be supporting the Milk Every Moment campaign, highlighting the nutritional value of milk and how it can support students in their sporting performance.  

Milk is an affordable source of high-quality protein, which contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass. So why not make one of our milk-based recipes to enjoy before or after your upcoming event.  

Share your milk drinks or meals on Instagram by tagging @BUCSSport.  

Throughout the BUCS season we'll be sharing some of your best moments on our Instagram channel! Share using #MilkEveryMoment to be a part of it.

The sustainability of our event matters to us and these are the positive steps we are taking to manage our environmental impact:

• All staff and volunteers are encouraged to travel to the event via public transport
• We have used local suppliers where possible
• Event programmes are all online, minimising paper use

How can you help at this event? Here’s some ideas:

• Be self-sufficient by using refillable bottles and coffee cups to reduce waste. There are water refill stations at both venues and you will receive 20p off your coffee at David Ross Sports Village if bringing your own re-usable coffee cup.
• Travel smarter – as a team on a minibus, cycle or use public transport
• Go paperless - use your phone for all event information
• Check out the Active Travel link on Nottingham council website here

BUCS’ mission is to provide exceptional student sporting experiences that inspire, develop and unite.

Critical to our success is our commitment to always providing safe, friendly and enjoyable environments for all participants. Whether competing, coaching, officiating, volunteering, working or spectating at these events, the welfare of all is critical to our mission.

To find out more or report a concern, please click here.