Squash and Rackets Club (CUSRC)
Since our first Varsity match in 1925, CUSRC has maintained a proud tradition of sporting excellence, inclusivity, and community.
Today, our club supports over 190 active student squash players, offering participation at every level, from complete beginners picking up a racket for the first time in our social membership scheme to elite athletes competing on the national stage.
CUSRC competes weekly in the Cambridgeshire Leagues fielding 3 men's teams and 1 women's team. We have had great success over the years, with teams in the top division of both leagues and strong performances in the cup tournament.
In addition, we field a men’s and a women’s team in the national BUCS leagues, competing weekly against top sporting institutions such as the Universities of Birmingham, Nottingham, and Warwick. Our players also represent Cambridge at the BUCS Individuals National Championships and in highly anticipated fixtures against prestigious teams like the Jesters, as well as renowned London clubs including the Lansdowne, Cumberland, and the Royal Automobile Club (RAC).
The pinnacle of our season remains the Varsity match. Each February, our Blues travel to the RAC on Pall Mall to face Oxford in this historic fixture, while our 2nds, 3rds, and 4ths compete a few weeks later at alternating venues.
CUSRC is entirely student-run and relies heavily on annual member subscriptions of £150 just to cover basic court hire and coaching. This base fee does not include match fees, travel costs, or team kit, which students must fund entirely out of pocket.
As we aim to expand our club's activities and elevate our competitive standing, we are deeply committed to keeping participation costs down. Squash should be accessible to any student, regardless of their financial background. Regular support from our alumni and friends is vital to ensuring the club remains financially sustainable while preventing cost from becoming a barrier to access.
Every donation goes directly toward supporting our players and enriching the Cambridge squash experience. Here is an example of what your generosity could achieve:
- £350 could cover the complete travel costs for a specific fixture such as the 1sts Varsity match.
- £1,500 could fund an intensive preseason training programme, including crucial away matches to prepare our squads for the season.
- £3,500 could cover match fees for all players across the entire season, drastically reducing the cost of competing for the university.
Please note that the club is able to claim Gift Aid on donations from UK taxpayers giving via the University's fundraising campaign, maximizing the impact of your contribution at no additional cost to you.
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