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2026 Australian Junior Open
Sun 12 Apr 2026 09:00 - Thu 16 Apr 2026 17:00
Event information
Registrations for this event are closed.
EVENT INFORMATION
*ASF Asian Junior Super Series (AJSS)- Silver Status (ZONE A) "TRAIL ONLY''
* AJST Platinum Event
* WSF Registered National Junior Open Event
* 5 Day Singles Event
* Guaranteed 3 matches per event
* Official Ball: Dunlop Pro
INDIVIDUAL EVENT
* Divisions: U11, U13, U15, U17, U19 - Male and Female events
* PAR 11, Best of 5 games.
* A player may only play in one age group for the tournament.
* Players must play in their correct age group, with the exception of the Australian Junior Squash Open events (Under 19s), where all players are eligible to enter this age group.
EVENT DATES
* Entries Close: 11:45pm on Sunday 22nd March 2026
* Start: Sunday 12th April 2026
* End: Thursday, 16th April 2026
Event Program - 2026 AJO
VENUE
Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre
Aughtie Drive
Albert Park, Victoria 3206
PLAYER REQUIREMENTS
Australian Players
* ALL players must wear WSF approved eye-wear.
* All players must provide WSF SPIN numbers are required for entry
Register for WSF SPIN number: https://www.worldsquash.org/spins/
* Player aged 13 and over MUST have completed the appropriate Sport Integrity Course..
- Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport Induction
- Anti-Doping Fundamentals
- Competition Manipulation and Sports Gambling
- Annual Update
These courses can be completed: https://elearning.sportintegrity.gov.au/
*All players must complete WSO Officiating Course: WSO Level 0-Rules To complete Click Here: WSO Level 0 - Rules
*All Players Must Be Members of MySquashAus at Compete Level membership. If new member, you can register through your club portal. You can find this here: https://www.squashaus.com.au/club-finder
International Players
* ALL players must wear WSF approved eye-wear.
* All players must provide WSF SPIN numbers are required for entry.
Register for WSF SPIN number here: https://www.worldsquash.org/spins/
*All players must complete WSO Officiating Course: WSO Level 0-Rules. To complete: WSO Level 0 - Rules
*All Players Must Be Members of MySquashAus
International participants must complete an International Competitor Membership prior to event registration. If you have not completed this process before, please select New Member.
*Letter of Endorsement from the players WSF Recognised Federation for their country.
*Additional documentation may be requested for age and proof of identity.
SEEDING
* The event seeding panel will review the seedings and make any adjustments where deemed necessary. Both domestic and international rankings will be used.
* Domestic players seeding for the tournament will be based on the AJST rankings as of the 1st April 2026
EVENT MERCHANDISE
* Shirts are included in tournament entry fee.
* To guarantee your preferred shirt size entry must be completed by 26th February 2026.
* Sizing Guide can be found here: Sizing Chart
* There will be no refunds given on merchandise. Please check sizing before ordering.
* Additional Tournament Merchandise will be available at the event (Towels, Drink Bottles etc).
* Limited stock will be available on site, please order online to avoid disappointment.
* There will be no refunds given on merchandise.
* SQA Shop: https://www.squashaus.com.au/shop
PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGES
Ben and Nicci from Rogue Gun Photography will be covering the Australian Junior Open again for us in 2026. If you would like some awesome action shots, they will have photo packages available a little closer to the event.
More information or to order you photo package - Order Photo Packages HERE
LIVE STREAMING
*Avaialble on SquashAus.TV
*Glass Show Court (Court 1)
*Additional Courts to be confirmed.
PRICES
* Individual Entry Fee: $137.50 inc GST
Includes Tournament Shirt.
PRACTICE COURTS
* Bookings for practice courts must be made in advance and are now available for booking.
Court Bookings will Open 2 weeks prior to the event starting date
https://statesportcentres.perfectgym.com.au/ClientPortal2/#/Login
How to book Practice Courts
Photography
Photo and Video Policy
Photography and Videography Consent Form 2026 – Fill out form HERE
ACCOMMODATION PACKAGES
Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park
65 Queens Rd, Albert Park, VIC, 3004
https://www.pullmanalbertpark.com.au/
Booking Link: Squash Australia – Junior Open 2026 - Accor Meetings & Events
Offer Details:
- Discount: 10% off the Flexible Rate*
- Stay Dates: 10-22 April 2026 (12 nights inclusive)
- Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to arrival
Friendly Reminder: Please note that room availability is subject to change and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Event Course and Activations
Squash Stars Leaders Course - FREE
Monday 13th 9am-11am
Register here - https://www.squashaus.com.au/events/343474
Squash Stars Leaders Course - FREE
Saturday 18th 9am-11am
Register Here https://www.squashaus.com.au/events/343475
WSO New Rules Presentation Session
Monday 13th 6pm-7pm Free
Register Here
AJST Education Presentation Session
Wednesday 15th 6pm-7pm Free
Register Here
Squash Stars - Come N Try 