Vale | Robert (Bob) Finch

Published Mon 01 Jun 2026

We would like to extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of Robert (Bob) Finch, who has sadly passed away.
 
Bob served on the Squash Australia Board from 1976 and became President between 1985 and 1992. He also served as WSF Vice President between 1990 and 1997, amongst various other volunteer/management roles during his lengthy and successful involvement in Squash, which started in 1963 as Boomerang Squash Secretary.
 
Bob was awarded Squash Australia Life Membership in 1993 and, in 2019, was recognised for his 'significant service to squash', becoming a Member of the Order of Australia (AM).

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