Players, clubs and associations from around the world will join forces on Saturday May 23rd, 2009 to make their voices heard in support of Squash’s bid to be included in the 2016 Olympics.
Major events are taking place all over the globe with special focus on the four cities bidding to host the 2016 Games, namely Chicago, Madrid, Rio and Tokyo; as well as England, Malaysia and New Zealand. Some of the spectacular events worldwide are:
Auckland, NZ - Squash 2016 Day was launched in style today as rock star Phil Buscke of New Zealand band The Datsuns did a bungee jump off Auckland Harbour Bridge. Guitarist Buscke, an A grade squash player, jumped not once, but twice - proudly waving a banner with the message "Squash and the Olympics, a Perfect Match".
Helsinki, FIN - Finnish ace Olli Tuominen, the current world No21, is hosting a day of Mini-Squash in the streets in Helsinki.
Connecticut, USA - squash legends Jonathon Power (Canadian former World #1) and John White will be appearing in the 100-a-side Battle Of The Border match at the Apawamis Club.
Squash Canada President Joe Hattori stated that “Squash is a sport which should be included in the Olympics. It is a sport played around the world and is a true test of athleticism. It embraces all of the Olympics ideals. Squash Canada fully supports World Squash Day and encourages players, clubs and associations to participate”.
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