SquashRochester » General

Rochester Squash Racquets Board Meeting 5 Dec. ’11

Morgan Smith — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:59:48 +0000

Minutes from December board meeting:
Present: Ron Cavellier, Jack Fitzpatrick, Bill Lampeter, Mithun Mukherjee, Morgan Smith, John Walsh

We have a quorum
November minutes approved as submitted

Treasurer’s report: Bill caught a double bill from the U of R and has correspondance to resolve this

Captain’s tournament: The board approves funds for tournament refreshments and clinic

Pro/Am: The date is scheduled, future meetings will kick off tournament tasks

Next meeting: 9 Jan. ’12 at 6:30, at GVC

11th Annual George Armstrong Classic, Jan 24-28, 2012

Mithun Mukherjee — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:23:03 +0000

DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM

Rochester Squash Racquets Board Meeting 7 Nov. ’11

Morgan Smith — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 20:45:54 +0000

Minutes from November board meeting:
Present: Tracy Ali, Doug Bennett, Ron Cavellier, Chris Fenlon, Bill Lampeter, Mithun Mukherjee, Chip Nimick, Jack Fitzpatrick, Morgan Smith, John Walsh.

Quorum: We have a quorum
Oct. minutes: approved as submitted

Treasurer’s report: We have yet to receive an invoice from the U of R food services for the ’11 Pro/Am

Amendments to bylaws:
It is proposed that the current requirement of eight board members for a quorum at monthly meetings be changed to four. The Annual General Meeting quorum will remain at eight.
After discussion, the proposal is changed to require the establishment of a quorum based on a percentage of current board membership. The percentage proposed is 33%. There are currently 14 members, so 5 will be required.
This proposal is moved by Jack, seconded by Chris, and passed by vote.
A second proposal will allow real time participation by electronic means for purposes of voting, establishment of quorum requires physical presence at the meeting.
This was moved by Jack, seconded by Tracy, passed by vote.

Juniors: John updated us on work to develop squash programs in local schools.

Captains tournament: A city league captain’s tournament will take place in December. The goal is to work toward refereeing our city league matches.

Next meeting: 5 December at 6:30.

Rochester Squash Racquets Board Meeting 3 Oct. ’11

Morgan Smith — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 20:50:06 +0000

Minutes from October board meeting:
Present: Doug Bennett, Briget Borsa, Ron Cavellier, Chris Fenlon, Jack Fitzpatrick, Bill Lampeter, Mithun Mukherjee, Morgan Smith, John Walsh

Schedule: The Armstrong tournament is tentatively scheduled for 27, 28 Jan. ’12

City League: A rule interpretation allowing a player to substitute up to a higher level, for a different club if his own club does not have a team playing at the higher level, was passed by vote.

Treasurer’s report:
Bill will cut checks for a total of $600 for travel to the Nationals according to a previous decision, approved by vote.

Youth squash: John reported on developing team prospects for McQuaid, Mercy and others.

Next meeting topic: We will vote to alter the requirements for a quorum at GVC 6:30, 7 Nov. ’11.

Rochester Squash Racquets Board Meeting 28 June ’11

Morgan Smith — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:39:14 +0000

Minutes from June board meeting:
Present: Tracy Ali, Doug Bennett, Jack Fitzpatrick, Reade Nimick, Morgan Smith, John Walsh (Ron Cavellier, Paul Schwartz in extended session)

Discuss potential changes to by laws:
- reduce number needed for quorum
- revise to include electronic communication

Slate of new officers:
President: John Walsh
Vice President: Jack Fitzpatrick
Secretary: Morgan Smith
Treasurer: Bill Lampeter
Juniors: John Walsh
Women: Tracy Ali
Membership: Doug Bennett
Tournaments: Mithun Mukherjee
Historian: Reade Nimick
Webmaster: Mithun Mukherjee
League Coordinator: Doug Bennett
Club Reps:
GVC: Jack Fitzpatrick
Harrow: Bridget Borsa
Kodak: Morgan Smith
Midtown: Doug Bennett
URMC: Ron Cavellier
At large: Paul Schwartz
The slate was approved by vote.

Japan EarthQuake Fundraiser at the University of Rochester, Thursday April 14 2011

Mithun Mukherjee — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:10:31 +0000

Xth Rochester Proam 2011 – Get in on the Action!

Mithun Mukherjee — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 15:25:05 +0000


For the TENTH year in a row, get ready for world class professional squash right here in Rochester with the 2011 Rochester Proam, a Challenger 5+ event on the Professional Squash Association (PSA) world tour. When: April 18th-23rd 2011 (See entire schedule) Where: Lyman Squash Courts, University of Rochester (Get directions) Who: Led by #1 seed US pro, Gilly Lane ranked #53 in the world, another rockstar cast of lightning fast squash professionals from Egypt, Zambia, Paraguay, Mexico, England, France, Canada, Australia and Denmark. (See who’s coming to town. Participate: The Amateur City Championships, For multiple skill levels including a separate women’s division, Apr 15th-17th (Details & Signup) SUPPORT: All matches are free to the community, we do not charge for tickets so please support this long-standing squash tradition in Rochester by making a TAX DEDUCTIBLE contribution online via credit card or Paypal, in cash or by check. HOST: Get to know an international professional athlete by hosting a player at your home during their stay in Rochester.) Past Events: 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006
Watch for updates on the tournament website www.rocprosquash.com or follow us on Twitter.
Brought to you by:

First Home Game: UR Yellowjackets vs Harvard Crimson

Mithun Mukherjee — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:47:23 +0000

It’s that time of the year to rally around the home advantage.
Come cheer the #4 team in the nation as they take on #5 Harvard in the first home game of the season.

WHEN: Sunday 5th December 2010 at 1:00pm
WHERE: Lyman Squash Courts, Goergen Athletic Center, University of Rochester
*Free entry*

The Yellowjackets have a 4-0 record so far this season with away wins over University of Western Ontario, Hobart, St. Lawrence and Vassar. The match against Harvard will be the biggest thus far in the season for the four time Liberty League Champions. The Harvard team, led by coach Mike Way will be looking to issue a stiff challenge to the home team.

City of Rochester Women’s Squash Tournament!

Mithun Mukherjee — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:12:45 +0000

The University of Rochester Women’s Squash Club is excited to host its first City of Rochester Women’s Squash Tournament! The club hopes to establish a community for female athletes, support the growth of women’s squash, and be able to get together for some lively competition! The proceeds will go to the UR women’s team for general club and future tournament expenses, such as Nationals. All ages and skill levels are encouraged to attend!

THE EVENT: The style of the tournament will depend on the amount of interest and skill levels. We would like to do either a Monrad style event, where everyone plays through every round and then you move up or down in rank relative to your opponent, or varying brackets, such as beginner/intermediate/advanced or simply a winners and losers bracket. The matches will start at 12:00 at the squash courts at the University of Rochester. Signs will guide you from the gym entrance. Parking is available for free anywhere on campus, with Library lot being the closest. The prize will be announced at a later date. Bananas, oranges and water will be complimentary. There is a $25 entrance fee, and checks can be made out to: Rochester Women’s Squash Club.

Additionally, short coaching lessons will also be available, for a small fee, from the U of R ladies’ squash coach John Walsh throughout the event.

WHERE: University of Rochester Goergen Athletic Center
WHEN: Saturday, December 11th 12:00 start time.
HOW: Return the Entry Form, Risk and Liability Form (link below), and $25 to:
Lauren Reynolds
CPU 274064
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY 14627
ENTRY DEADLINE: Friday, December 3rd.
DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM/RISK&LIABILITY FORM

Questions? Contact Lauren at: reynoldsl@mac.com

Thanksgiving Day Squash at Harro East

Mithun Mukherjee — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 02:04:41 +0000

Annual Thanksgiving Day Squash Round Robin
Where:Harro East Athletic Club, 500 Andrews St, Rochester, NY
When: November 25th 2010, 9:00am-11:00am
Burn some calories and have some fun…
All are welcome.
To RSVP, please send an email to Bridget Borsa to RSVP at Borsab@Rochester.rr.com

Rochester Squash Racquets Board Meeting 11 Oct.’10

Morgan Smith — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 22:04:10 +0000

Minutes from Oct. board meeting:
Present: Ron Cavellier, Jack Fitzpatrick, Bill Lampeter, Mithun Mukherjee, Paul Schwartz, Morgan Smith, John Walsh

Minutes: approved without a quorum
Treasurer’s report: Future discussion will consider a more conservative fund for the endowment.

City League: Congestion is noted at Midtown, improvements for next year are discussed.
Website: Mithun will set up John’s account.
Mithun mentions the use of the national website for use on club box leagues. A transition plan will consider migration from current software to the Squash US site.

New Business: The New format for the Pro/Am this year will be considered, it requires more fundraising.
Next meeting: Mon. 8 Nov. ’10 @GVC.

Meliora Exhibition 2010, Sat. October 23rd, 2010

Mithun Mukherjee — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 02:00:38 +0000

From Coach Heath, Head Squash Coach, University of Rochester:

Alumni, parents & the local squash community are invited to meet the team and watch exhibition matches with some of the best young players in world.
Team shirts & t-shirts will be on sale, and also you can take a lesson with a player for a suggested donation.
We look forward to seeing you all on the 23rd to support the team for the season 2010-11.

Coach Martin Heath and the UR Yellowjackets

Invite a friend, preferably someone who still thinks squash is “just a vegetable“.