Women’s squash in Pakistan gets a much-needed boost. A workshop for girls was organized in Peshawar by Noorena Shams
Women’s squash in Pakistan gets a much-needed boost
Over the years, squash has gradually lost its place in the public discourse on sports in Pakistan but a lengthy list of legendary players are often cited whenever there is a debate. However, women players are conspicuously absent from this discussion more often than not. Some people might name Carla Khan and Maria Toor. Who impressed at the international arena in the past, but that’s just about it.
Well, they are not wrong because Pakistan lags behind other countries when it comes to giving women an environment which enables them to excel at the highest level. Social and cultural barriers have also not helped
women looking to make a name for themselves in squash.
Alarmingly, the highest-ranked women’s squash player, Noor-ul-Huda, from Pakistan sits at 199th position on the Professional Squash Association (PSA) rankings. (HD Live Sports)
But, recently, Pakistan squash star Noorena Shams took a much-needed step in the right direction. Through her workshop for girls in Peshawar, showcasing that there could still be light at the end of the tunnel.
With backing from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Squash Association and quality coaches. Noorena and her team worked on players’ self-confidence, basic skill development, character building, while also focusing on their mental and physical health.