{"product_id":"junior-development-event-merthyr","title":"Junior Development Event - Merthyr","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSquash Wales – Junior Development Event\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaturday 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003csup\u003e\u003cb\u003eth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cb\u003e December 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10:00am – 3:00pm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eFollowing the success of our development events this year, we are pleased to invite junior players to take part in our upcoming Junior Development Event at \u003cb\u003eMerthyr Squash Club\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis event is for all players under 15 years of age. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis event is\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e not \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003efor anyone who currently attends a National squad (U13+). \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eThis will be a graded competition based on ability, designed to provide meaningful match experience in a supportive and competitive environment. The aim is to give players the opportunity to test themselves, build confidence and continue progressing within the Squash Wales pathway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eEvent Format\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eThe event will begin with an hour of coaching before leading into matches. Tournament format:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eGraded draw based on ability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest of 3 games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePAR 11 scoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eEach player will receive a minimum of 3 matches\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eAlternative service rule may apply to low grades.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eThis format ensures strong match volume while maintaining an enjoyable and development-focused atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eCoaching Support\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eCoaches are encouraged to attend and support their players throughout the event. We want this to be a positive learning experience, reinforcing the work being done in clubs and squads across Wales. \u003cb\u003eIf you plan to be at the event and can help out please let me know.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eEntry Details\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEntry Fee:\u003c\/b\u003e £10 per player\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003ePlaces will be allocated based on entries received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"elementToProof\"\u003eThis event forms part of our ongoing commitment to providing structured competition opportunities that bridge the gap between training and formal tournaments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Squash Wales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67618133344563,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/9805\/5475\/files\/merthyposter2.jpg?v=1791294219","url":"https:\/\/shop.squashwales.com\/products\/junior-development-event-merthyr","provider":"Squash Wales","version":"1.0","type":"link"}