Standard Athletic Club

SAC Squash News - season not over yet!

The season isn’t quite over, but we’re delighted to share that the SAC team has finished 4th in its pool in the 2nd Île-de-France division — a fantastic achievement! A big congratulations to all the players for their commitment, team spirit, and the excellent level of squash displayed throughout the season. SAC Squash continues to strengthen its reputation as a respected club in Île-de-France.
We are also very grateful for the support we receive, particularly from staff members who kindly stay late on Tuesday evenings to make our matches possible. It’s always a pleasure to witness competitive play combined with excellent sportsmanship and friendly hosting, with access to food and drinks afterwards.
(Please see more in the main article.)

SAC Squash News: We’re STILL on Fire!

Whilst it is getting colder out there, it's getting warmer on the courts! 4 victories out of 4 matches. Putting the SAC at the top of the league! What a start from the team!
We also want to reiterate our invitation to all SAC members for our "Squash afternoon Challenge" on Saturday, 6 December. It will be an occasion for squash players of all levels to participate and meet some of the SAC squash (Bomb) Squad and play some fun squash formats! Play to start from 2 pm. We will also organise a cup trophy ceremony for last year's winner of the King's Cup, Jerome Rideau.
See you on the courts!

Squash News - 2024/5 summary

What a great year 2024 has been for the Squash Section.
We have been very happy to compete in Division 2 Ile-de-France and have done quite well so far. We also have had the chance to recruit new players and are actively scouting for more players to join our roster and the overall SAC environment. We also have organised a Christmas Internal tournament. Played in a round-robin format it gave a chance for those who participated to get a taste for competitive matches. We aim to produce at least 2 internal tournaments a year (winter & summer) along with the return of the Queen's Cup in 2024 which shall now be the King's Cup from 2025 onwards. It is a possibility that in 2025 we might see a return of a squash team 2, which would bring even more games played at the SAC. There are some ongoing discussions about the squash courts and their maintenance. Finally, the Squash Section has discussed taking some space in the silverware cabinet by the snooker table to exhibit the accomplishments and trophies of the Section through the years. We wish all the members a Merry Christmas and a great 2025 year at the SAC. Cheers!

Squash News - 4 SAC Squash facts

4 facts about the Squash Section to shine in society (and at the bar).
1. An epic end to the 2024/2025.
2. “The opera ain't over till the [...] lady sings” Whilst it may be the end of the season, the SAC will still have some friendly matches to play on Tuesdays.
3. “We need you for the SAC Squash Army!” Someone to take a team picture.
4. “A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse” The SAC section will continue the conversations on the states of the squash courts with the MC.
Full details in the main article.

Squash News - November/December

Another week, another victory for the SAC Squash Team #1. That has meant that the SAC is now in 2nd position in the league thus far this year, with a 3/4 victory. All victories happened while playing at home, and we hope to make this a lasting performance making the SAC a fortress that can't be taken!

We are also keen to invite all SAC members to participate in our internal squash tournament, which will take place on Saturday the 7th of December—3 games minimum guaranteed per player (adults only). The format will be announced after the closing of registrations on 1 December. (See poster in main article.)

Contact Steven Jones () to register for the tournament and more information about squash. Cheers!

Squash News: King's Cup tournament Saturday 21 June

Who will be crowned King of the Squash Court? On Saturday, 21 June, the King's Squash Cup is back. Our annual tournament will see the 16 top Ile-de-France players battling it out on the courts, hoping to become the new "King of the Court". Come and show your support for our 4 own SAC knights who are up to defend the SAC colours and the crown!