Air Chief inaugurates Pakistan National Squash Academy

Lahore: Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, who is also President Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) inaugurated Pakistan National Squash Academy at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad today.

While speaking at the occasion, the Air Chief lauded the efforts made by PSF for the promotion of Squash in the country. He further said that Pakistan Air Force would provide all the resources for the efficient running of this academy in terms of equipment and foreign visits. The Air Chief highlighted that Pakistani squash legends i-e Jahangir Khan, Jansher Khan, Qamar Zaman, Muhib Ullah and Gogi Allaudin have offered their services for making this project a success.

While interacting with the players, the president PSF motivated the young players to work hard for bringing the lost glory to the country. He also announced the central contract for the top players at PNSA. Squash has for the first time, introduced landmark decision of the central contract arrangement and it is expected that it would prove instrumental in the uplift of the game.

Pakistan National Squash Academy (PNSA) will provide boarding, lodging and training facilities to all players under one roof. The methodology would not only be restricted to inland training but also providing foreign exposure to the top players. Cross training would be carried out with the renowned academies around the world. The focus would be to attract the foreign players / coaches for training at this academy. Establishment of this academy was the need of the hour as it would serve as a role model for provincial squash associations.

Among the large crowd gathered to witness the historic occasion were squash legends along with other dignitaries. Squash enthusiasts and a large number of media persons were also present at the occasion.