The game of ‘ Squash’ was introduced in Nepal in 1977 with a single wooden floored court at Battisputali Kathmandu. Very few people knew of the existence of this court and as a result this game remained within reach of the well to do only. Over time, court to play this game were limited within clubs and hotels only.
Nepal Squash Racket Association ( NSRA) was formed in 1988. The Association became more active in 1993 after it bad obtained government land at the Sports Complex located in Sat Dobato, Lalitpur.
With the aim to promote the game of squash among the general public, Nepal Squash Racket Association ( NSRA) has managed to build four international standard squash courts at Sardobato, Lalitpur with its own resources and effort. In the near future, the Association has plans to make similar facilities in Pokhara, Birgunj, Biratnagar and Nepalgunj encompassing the five development regions. The courts located at Satdobato are open to the public.
Furthermore, to promote the game to the general public, NSRA is organizing an International Tournament for the first time in Nepal. About 100 players and officials from Asian Countries will be participating in the Asian Masters Squash Championships.
Aim of Nepal Squash Rackets Association ( NSRA)
• To promote the game of Squash in the country.
• To produce young and talented players as national & international athletes.
• To Extend infrastructure facilities in other part of the country especially to schools.
• To provide hostel facility to the players and conduct closed comps.
• To conduct National and International tournaments.
• To promote Sports tournament.
• To provide opportunity to the players and officials to visit abroad for training and tournament.
The game of Squash is suitable for all age groups and all levels from young 13 years old to a busy business man. It is an easy game to play requiring only a basic standard of hand to eye coordination, balances and racket skill. The beauty of squash is that one can obtain maximum exercise in minimum hour of jogging and the game provides sixteen ways of fitness to the body.
One may play this game during the lunch time for half an hour and after having lunch may return back to work on time. Due to the nature of the game and infrastructure it is an all weather game come rain or sunshine, day or night!
Since this is an individual game, investment to produce better players will not be expensive compared to team games like football. Therefore Nepal can produce world class Squash players like Pakistan if opportunity is given to the Nepalese youth.
Some Features about Squash- why squash?
1: SQUASH IS THE WORLD’S HEALTHIST, MOST EXCITING SPORT
Forbes Magazine concluded that squash was the world’s healthiest sport after a survey in 2007. Squash doesn’t take very long to play but players burn lots of calories while playing, so it’s great for young people today who want to get fit in the shortest possible time. At the elite level, squash is extremely athletic and exciting to watch, live or on TV.
2: SQUASH IS POPULAR, ACCESSIBLE SPORT, PLAYED THE WORLD OVER.
Squash is played in 175 countries by more than 20 million people. Every country has recreational players and professionals. It is played by men and women, young and old. It is easy to get started and the cost of the equipment is low. There are courts all over the world and it is easy to just turn up and have a game.
3: SOME OTHER POINTS
• It is easy to learn
• Suitable for all ages
• Played by both Men & Women
• Highly competitive
• Deliver high level of fitness
• Obtain maximum exercise in minimum time
• Suitable for all age group ( Young to Old)
• Perfect modern indoor sport
• Mini Gym facility
• Hot & Cold running shower
• Food & Drinks are available in the club
FACILITIES AT THE COMPLEX
• 8 to 12 players may play at a time in the four courts
• Facilities are opened from 6.00 am to 8.00 pm
• 2 Badminton courts are available for use
• Mini Gym facility
• Hot & Cold running shower
• Food & Drinks are available in the club
ACHIVEMENTS OF NSRA
• NSRA is successful to complete the Squash complex
• Won Bronze Medal by Women team in 2006 at Colombo 10 th SAG
