Welcome Ben

Mayfair Lakeshore would like to welcome our new Head Squash Professional, Ben Hatcher. Ben brings over 20 years of experience in creating comprehensive squash programs for Singles and Doubles, coaching players of all ages and skill levels.

As Head Professional and Squash Director at various private Clubs throughout Canada, Ben combined a dynamic, competitive structure with a welcoming social environment, building vibrant, inclusive squash communities.

Through his programs, players at all stages have thrived: beginners have become lifelong squash enthusiasts, and elite juniors have risen from grassroots beginnings to compete at the WISPA, PSA, and collegiate levels, including standout players like Hollie Naughton, Syan Singh, Wassey Maqsood, and Sarah Hopton, who all started in Ben’s junior programs. Ben has worked with players aged 2.5 to 75, from brand-new beginners to elite athletes, and from competitive to recreational players.

Ben specializes in junior development, club-level adult coaching, doubles play, injury recovery, off-court training for mature players, and refining technical, tactical, and mental skills. He is dedicated to his own growth as both a coach and a player, continually studying the game and maintaining ongoing mentorships.

Ben looks forward to building a strong community and sharing his passion for the game at Mayfair Lakeshore.

Please join us in welcoming him to our team! Ben’s first day on the job will be Monday November 18th. Feel free to contact Ben via email at lakeshoresquash@mayfairclubs.com.

2025 Mortgage Company of Canada Mixed Doubles Ontario Championships Presented by CM Concrete

Dates: January 23-25 (Players may be scheduled for Friday, Jan. 24th daytime matches!)

Registration Deadline: January 8th (early bird deadline November 3)

• Divisions: Mixed Open ($2000 prize money), B, C, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+ (max 16 teams per division, division with less than 4 entries will be combined)
• Host Venue: Mayfair Parkway with supporting venues in the GTA
• Tournament Chair: Cory McCartney
• Entry Fee:  $104.50 + HST
• Entry incudes minimum 2 matches, tournament souvenir, one meal and prizes for the top 3 in each division
• Eyeguards: Must be worn by all players at Ontario Championships. Officials will monitor the use of eyewear
• Refund Policy: Any withdrawals before the entry deadline will receive a refund less 15% admin fee. Any withdrawals after the entry deadline will not receive a refund
• Additional policies and resources can be found on the Squash Ontario Policies webpage

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The following policy applies to players who have won either an Ontario or Canadian Doubles Championships in a draw containing at least eight teams:

• C division winners must move up to the B division for a period of two (2) years.
• B division winners must move up to the A division after winning two events within two years for a period of two (2) years.

Thereafter, if the player wishes to enter an Ontario doubles event at a lower level, they must petition Squash Ontario to reassess eligibility. The player must provide the Squash Ontario Doubles Committee with acceptable rationale for their request. Please note that the skill level of the players partner would not be an acceptable justification for playing down a level.

REGISTER: https://clublocker.com/tournaments/17129/info

2025 Mortgage Company of Canada Doubles Ontario Championships Presented by CM Concrete

Jan 24 – 26, 2025

Registration Deadline: January 8th (early bird deadline November 3)

• Divisions: Men’s & Women’s Open, A, B, C. ($2000 total Prize money for the Open Divisions) (max 16 teams per division, division with less than 4 entries will be combined)
• Host Venue: Mayfair Parkway with supporting venues in the GTA
• Tournament Chair: Cory McCartney
• Entry Fee:  $104.50 + HST
• Entry incudes minimum 2 matches, tournament souvenir, one meal and prizes for the top 3 in each division
• Eyeguards: Must be worn by all players at Ontario Championships. Officials will monitor the use of eyewear
• Refund Policy: Any withdrawals before the entry deadline will receive a refund less 15% admin fee. Any withdrawals after the entry deadline will not receive a refund
• Additional policies and resources can be found on the Squash Ontario Policies webpage

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The following policy applies to players who have won either an Ontario or Canadian Doubles Championships in a draw containing at least eight teams:

• C division winners must move up to the B division for a period of two (2) years.
• B division winners must move up to the A division after winning two events within two years for a period of two (2) years.

Thereafter, if the player wishes to enter an Ontario doubles event at a lower level, they must petition Squash Ontario to reassess eligibility. The player must provide the Squash Ontario Doubles Committee with acceptable rationale for their request. Please note that the skill level of the players partner would not be an acceptable justification for playing down a level.

REGISTER: https://clublocker.com/tournaments/17128/info

Congrats to Mayfair Lakeshore Member Robert Ashall

Congrats to Mayfair Lakeshore Squash Player, Robert Ashall on being the recipient of the 2024 Mark Sneyd Sportsmanship Award! This award is presented annually to the Mayfair Lakeshore Doubles Squash player who demonstrates the ideals of fair play and sportsmanship.