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Joe kneipp is a world-renowned squash professional with over 30 years of experience as an elite player and coach. A former World #10, Joe’s playing career is highlighted by winning the Gold Medal at the 2006 Commonwealth Games and becoming a World Champion in Mixed Doubles. He also captained the Australian Junior Team to a World Championship title and reached the semi-finals of the World Open and U.S. Open. In his 20+ year coaching career, Joe has served as the National Coach for the British Virgin Islands, leading their national teams to multiple Commonwealth and Pan Am Games. He has a proven track record in high-performance development, having trained top-ranked U.S. and European juniors, including national champions. World Squash Federation (WSF) Level 3 accreditation (Pending)—the highest international standard—Joe specializes in the technical mastery of racket work, advanced footwork, and the mental conditioning required for professional-level competition.
Ryan Picken is a high-performance squash coach and elite-level athlete with international playing experience, including the Pan American Games and World Junior Championships. Currently Head Squash Professional at Hollyburn Country Club, he leads full junior and adult programming, developing athletes from beginner level through to national competition.
Ryan is known for building strong junior development pathways, elevating player performance through technical and tactical coaching, and creating engaging, high-energy programs that drive participation and growth. His experience spans top clubs in Canada and the UK, and he has a proven record of producing competitive junior athletes and improving overall club culture.
A top ranked competitor, Ryan brings a high-performance mindset, strong leadership, and a passion for developing the next generation of squash players.
Asser Ibrahim is an experienced squash coach with a strong background in player development and high-performance squash. He served as Head Squash Coach at Chatham University, where he led the program and guided the men’s team to a Summer Cup national title. During his time at Chatham, he worked with athletes competing at a high collegiate level against programs including Yale, Harvard, Princeton, Drexel, and Penn.
Asser has experience coaching players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners learning the fundamentals to advanced athletes preparing for competitive play. His coaching approach focuses on building strong technical foundations, movement, shot selection, tactical awareness, match strategy, and confidence on court. He is particularly passionate about helping players understand the game and develop the skills and habits needed to continue improving.
His own experience as a high-level competitor, including competing internationally, reaching the top of the rankings in Egypt(U11/U13 Championships), the United States, and Canada, and continuing to compete professionally, gives him a strong understanding of what it takes to develop as a player. Asser brings that experience into his coaching while creating an encouraging, engaging, and challenging environment for every athlete.
Asser is passionate about growing the sport and helping players of all levels enjoy squash, develop their confidence, and reach their full potential.