History

History of the Victorian Squash League

The Victorian Squash League (VSL) is the association that regulates the playing of competition squash in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. It was formed in 1984 as a co-operative venture between the East Metropolitan Squash Association (EMSA), and the Squash Court Owners in the area. This formalised a link between the Professionals and the Amateur for the development of the sport.

Squash Centre currently enter teams in the three competitions. During the week, there is a Monday Night Ladies competition, Tuesday Night Mens competitions, and a mixed Friday morning competition. Many of the centres also enter teams in the Ladies and Mens State competitions, and a Masters competition that covers all areas of Melbourne and surrounding districts.

Over the years, the VSL has purposely promoted junior development believing that this is the life blood of the sport. The first Junior Squash Tournament in the world, was played at the Eastland Squash Courts more than 20 years ago, and was still being played there until its closure 25 years later. The competition still continues at the near by Knox Bayswater Squash Courts.

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