As the 2025/26 squash season gets underway, players across BC will notice important updates to the Rules of Squash, effective September 1, 2025. The new rules, introduced by World Squash Officiating (WSO), will be applied at all Squash BC sanctioned tournaments and leagues this season.
These changes aim to enhance fair play, streamline officiating, and maintain the continuous flow of matches. WSO referees will now:
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Apply updates to the Rules of Squash, including several key changes.
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Take a consistent approach to misconduct, with “respect for officials” added as a core part of the Fair Play principle.
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Enforce a new conduct violation for “attempting to influence the referee.”
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Manage timing more effectively with updated rules for injury breaks and court conditions.
Key Rule Changes
The updated Rules of Squash 2025 include adjustments in the following areas:
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Access
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Swing Interference
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Turning
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Conditions of Play
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Timing Changes
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Injury and Medical Provisions
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Pre-Existing Wounds
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Illness
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Conduct
You can read the full summary of the new rules here: World Squash Officiating – Rules of Squash 2025.
Upcoming Free Rules Webinar
To help players, captains, and referees feel confident heading into the new season, Squash BC is hosting a free online Singles Squash – Pre-Season General Rules Update Session. Led by Simon Bicknell (Squash Canada National Referee), this webinar will provide a quick overview of the 2025 rule changes, plus time for questions and clarifications. Register now to secure your spot!
- Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
- Location: Zoom (link will be shared with registered participants by noon on the day of the session)
- Instructor: Simon Bicknell, Squash Canada National Referee
Agenda
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Overview of the new Rules of Squash 2025
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Q&A session via the chatbox
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Responses to questions submitted during registration (deadline: Wednesday, September 17)
Spaces are limited — register today to secure your spot!