The Women’s Vancouver Squash League (VWSL) is operated and sanctioned by Squash BC and provides women in the Lower Mainland with opportunities to compete and socialize with other women in other clubs in weekly match-ups. If you’re interested in participating in the VWSL, read on for active registration opportunities or contact Squash BC’s Competitions Coordinator if you have any questions.
VWSL News & Updates
- VWSL Registration is now open!
- VWSL Season Opener Social!
- September 30, VRC, 6 PM to 9 PM
- Season Opener Social Registration Page
- 2025 VWSL Summer Drop-Ins Participant Survey
- World Squash Officiating (WSO) – New Rules Coming into Effect September 1, 2025
- Click this What to Expect from Referees During the 2025/26 Season – WSO Page to Learn More
2025/2026 SEASON: LEAGUE DATES (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
- League Registration Deadline: September 17 @ Noon
- Draft League Schedule Posted: September 24
- Proposed League Start Date:
- Season Opener Social: September 30
- First League Game: October 7
- Team & individual Registration Payment Due Date: October 8
- League Holiday Break: December 9 or 16 to January 6 (depending on the number of teams and division)
- 2025/26 Wrap Up Night: April 14
* Please note that the league start date is subject to change depending on the number of teams registered. ** Games will be played on Tuesdays. *** Divisions: Teams will be placed in divisions based on Club Locker ranking of team members.
Registration Methods
VWSL is a team-based singles squash league and there are three ways to register:
Individual Registration: You can sign up as an individual to be a regular player now or as a spare on Club Locker. You will need to identify your affiliated club. Not affiliated with a club? Not a problem! Sign up as unaffiliated on the sign-up page and the VWSL Coordinator will assist in finding you a team to play on. (Bonsor players please check out the Bonsor Team Registration section)
Spare List: You can sign up to be a spare for the season on Club Locker and play up to 4 matches throughout the season (Oct-Apr). After your fourth match, you will have to upgrade your registration to a regular player.
Team Registration: If your club pays for their players to register as a team, your Club Administrators/Pros or Captain will register you by emailing the Competitions Coordinator at competitions@squashbc.com. Reach out to your Club Admin to confirm whether your club has team registration. Teams will then be allocated to Divisions based on their line-up of players.
Bonsor Team Registration – for more information regarding the Bonsor Team Registration, please read the Bonsor VWSL Team Package. If you are interested in registering a Bonsor Team for the 25/26 season, please use this VWSL Bonsor Team Registration Form or email competitions@squashbc.com.
Once Squash BC has received confirmation from the club or team for the upcoming season, the team will be provided with a Club Locker link to add your team rosters to support your division placement for the upcoming season.
Note: All players must be full Squash BC members throughout the duration of the season
Registration Fees
Individual Registration (Click here to register):
- Full Season: $75.00 + GST
- Spare List: $40.00 + GST (Must upgrade after fourth match)
Team Registration (For Clubs that pay team registration fees):
- Full Season: $500 + GST (registration allows up to 10 players)
- Additional Player Fee after 10: $45/player + GST
Note: Individual registration fees must be paid before players can play league. Bonsor team has a different registration model, please reach out to competitions@squashbc.com for more information.
What Does Your Registration Fee Cover?
- Each team will be provided with 2 boxes of Dunlop Pro (double dot) balls. One for each half of the season
- Squash BC sanctioning fees and insurance for all players
- League Coordinator provided by Squash BC who is responsible for:
- Creating a league schedule
- Communicating with club admin, club reps, captains and players regarding all league matters
- Ensuring matches scores are entered
- Assisting with VWSL related Club Locker issues
- Assisting with Team & Individual Registration
- Season Opener Social and Wrap Up Social are included with league fee
Team Requirements
Team Size: Teams will be 4 players/team/event. Social Requirements: The social hosting requirements will be defined as the league develops.
Junior Eligibility
More information coming soon.
SOCIALS
2025/26 VWSL Season Opener Social
Date: Tuesday September 30, 2025
Time: 6 PM to 9 PM
Venue: Vancouver Racquets Club
Registration Deadline: Thursday September 25, 2025
Registration: Season Opener Social Registration Page
VWSL Advisory Committee
We are also continuing our VWSL Advisory Committee and are looking for new Advisory Committee members. The Advisory Committee will be an essential support for the league, enhancing communication between the league and players. Additionally, it will facilitate feedback from Squash BC and VWSL participants, aiming to ensure that the VWSL becomes the best possible squash league! If you are interested in joining the VWSL Advisory Committee you can register using the VWSL Advisory Committee Sign-Up Form.
Additional VWSL Information
Squash BC Memberships
All players will need to be active Squash BC FULL members at the Adult, Young Adult, or Junior level to participate in VWSL. Please note that the Squash BC recreational membership does not allow for participation in and insurance coverage for VWSL. All 2024/25 Squash BC Memberships will expire on November 1, 2025. Please ensure that you have an active 2025/26 membership by November 1, 2025. We encourage all VWSL participants to set their membership to auto-renew in Club Locker to avoid any interruption to their standing and coverage.
Refereeing
Both teams are responsible to referee. Please ensure every match has a referee. Home clubs are encouraged to ensure starting referees are on hand to start play. Please limit warm-up time to 5 minutes and time between games to 90 sec. You can learn more about becoming a certified squash referee on our Officiating Page.
Live Scoring
Please utilize live scoring on your club tablet or personal handheld device. Live scoring can be viewed on Club Locker as matches are in progress. This also ensures correct calculation of nightly league results, as the actual points are required in the 4 person team format in the event of tie-break.
Understanding Club Locker Ratings
Learn more about Club Locker Ratings and Rankings
VWSL Feedback
Have some questions, concerns, or ideas for the league? Send us an email at competitions@squashbc.com!