Squash Clubs Secure €287,599 in Community Sports Facility Funding

Three squash clubs have succeeded in securing close to €300,000 in funding under the Community Sports Facility Fund, previously the Sports Capital Grants Scheme.

Applications were submitted in September 2023, with announcements on equipment funding published in May 2024, and capital funding made today.

The biggest beneficiary was Athlone Squash Club, awarded €191,467 towards a state-of-the-art facility which it is proposed would be located in close proximity to the Technological University of the Shannon and numerous schools. Irish Squash was pleased to provide a letter of support for the facility, which could act as a regional hub for squash in the Midlands although a significant funding shortfall remains.

Glenville Squash Club was awarded €15,045 for club and court upgrades, while Freshford Squash Club received a similar amount of €15,695.

Speaking on the news, Irish Squash CEO Scott Graham said:

“I am delighted for the clubs that were successful with their applications and have been awarded significant investment. Increasing and enhancing squash facilities across the island of Ireland is an important factor in continuing to grow the sport and make it more accessible and enjoyable to be a part of.

“For any clubs that did not apply or were unsuccessful, there will be more opportunities through future rounds of the Community Sports Facility Fund or local schemes managed by councils and local sports partnerships, such as the recent Local Enhancement Programme or Community Recognition Fund.”

“We will continue to highlight capital and other funding opportunities as they arise and are available to assist clubs where possible.”

If you missed Irish Squash’s recent webinar, facilitated by 2into3 on ‘How to Develop Local Club Facilities,’ please contact info@irishsquash.com to receive a recording of the webinar.

Click here for more on the Community Sports Facilities Fund.