Nicol @ Internazionali di Squash di Roma

Datuk Nicol was present at the Internazionali Di Squash Di Roma which was held from the 27th to 29th of June. Team NDOnline would like to thank Mr. Massimiliano for the following translation:

"The competitive Amateur Squash Association RSC, legally affiliated with the Italian Squash Games Federation of 1988, with the intent of offering a prestigious showcase in Lazio and Italy, an overwhelming world of squash and a new experience for sport fans, is proud to present the first meeting of the Squash Internationals of Rome 2008, which takes place June 27, 28, 29 at the Roman Sport Center, via del Ga0loppatoio 33, within the confines of Villa Borghese.

In the presence of international and italian Squash players it will be possible to take part in a spectacular high level competition, in an event that draws attention to a fascinating sport that is growing in public interest. It is with great pride and satisfaction for the Society and the Roman Sport Center that, united by a competitive association established over the course of more than twenty years, they prepare to give a thrust to the Italian squash movement by way of new and challenging programs, offering the public an international event wherein the squash elite, for the first time at a roman venue, will give a symbolic seal officially recognizing the Italian Squash Games Federation, on the part of CONI."

The event, held at the Roman Sport Center, ended with Nicol David and Stephan Galifi as the winners.

Malaysian Nicol David showed some world-class action when she defeated Ireland's Madeline Perry 3-0. Both players maintained a strong pace throughout the game, with Madeline leading 8-6 in the second set, but faced difficulty in winning the set with her opponent's precision. Nicol David accelerated the game even further in the third set, showcasing an exceptional level of squash.

The final score: 11/8, 11/8, 11/7

In the final for third place saw a clash between Danish Line Hansen and Ellen Hamborg. The hard-fought game ended with Line Hansen winning 3-1.

The men's finals saw an exhausting five sets between Frenchman Stephan Galifi, who prevailed on Danish Rasmus Nielsen.

The final score: 11/9, 11/5, 8/11, 9/11, 14/12

The men's finals for the third place with Italian champion Andrea Torricini against Andrea Capella could not be contested due to an arm injury by one of the players.

The event received much media attention, esp. with the added participation of World No.1 Nicol David. News clippings of the event can be found here.

The content of this post was obtained from RomanInternazionaliSquash and translated by NicolDavidOnline. We would once again like to thank Mr. Massimiliano for his generous contributions.

Mexico: Nicol David vs Samantha Teran

Nicol In Mexico

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Catching Up with Nicol... From LA to Mexico

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Nicol playing Sally Norgate at the Los Angeles Athletic Club

World number one Nicol David presented at CONAD

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The expected date arrived, and the best squash player in the world, Nicol David, originally from Malaysia, was presented at the Stadium of Tlalpan Villas of the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sport, alongside the best player of Mexico, Samantha Teran.

"It's exciting to see so many girls follow in the footsteps of Samantha," said Nicol David at the squash courts of CONAD.

"I think it is very important to be in an event like this, especially with Samantha. She has always invited me to come to your country and I am glad to be here in Mexico, "added the Malaysian goodwill ambassador for the UN.

For his part, Teran Quintanilla said, "Seeing so many girls gathered here, it motivates me as a player."

The six times Pan American Games medalist said that his intention was "to convey what I experienced, while playing with the best in the world, I hope that this is the beginning to bring more events of this quality."

On the other hand, Jorge Camacho, Assistant Director General for Sport Quality of CONAD, said "Mexico has the number 20 player in the world, I think that bringing the number one player to play against our best will motivate more girls to pick up a racket and take interest in this sport. "

The manager, who shared the excitement of the public who packed the stands, said "Samantha deserves much, as her achievement in squash has shown that one with discipline and tenacity can accomplish great things."

Both players met the expectations of attendees, showing the best of their techniques in the exhibition match which extended from 3 to 5 sets, then played alongside the six best junior players, and answered questions from the audience.

-Report by the Mexican Commission for Physical Culture and Sport
-Translated by Nicol David Online

Nicol congratulated for being a promoter of her sport

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The Secretary of Public Education, Josefina Vazquez Mota, received on Monday in their offices Mexican squash player Samantha Teran and Nicol David, the world number squash player, who last week held a series of exhibition matches and clinics in Puerto Vallarta, Guanajuato, Queretaro and Mexico City, at the premises of the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sport.

The meeting was attended by the Director General of CONAD, Carlos Hermosillo Goytortúa; Assistant Director General of Quality for Sport, Jorge Camacho Peñaloza; president of the Mexican Olympic Committee, Felipe Munoz Kapamas, as well as the head of mission of the Olympic delegation, Carlos Padilla Becerra.

During the meeting, Secretary Vazquez Mota asked David about her stay in Mexico, while highlighting the work of both players to promote the sport among children and youth of the country.

"Squash is a major sport in Mexico and there are times that I fail to see its magnitude, and we need events like these to realize," said Teran Quintanilla after the talk in the SEP.

The visit marked the end of the activities that both players held in the country prior to the departure of David, scheduled for this Tuesday.

"I want to thank Samantha for giving me the opportunity to visit Mexico and indeed much enjoyed every moment of my stay," confessed the player from Malaysia.

"It has proved an experience for me. The talk with the secretary of education and visiting this wonderful building, has been very satisfactory, "added the 24 year-old.

Also, the Malaysian stressed the growth of squash has experienced in recent years and has not ruled out the possibility that it will soon be seen as an Olympic sport.

"Being in the Olympic Games, I think it is the dream of every athlete and to be able to participate and win a medal would, I think, be an achievement which is even higher than the world championship," she confessed.

-Report by the Mexican Commission for Physical Culture and Sport
-Translated by Nicol David Online

Nicol recognized in Mexico by the Cedaj

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In appreciation of the visitation by the highest representative in squash to the capital city of Mexico- Guanajuato, Nicol David received a recognition by the State Commission of Sports and Youth Care from Dr. Francisco Jose Diaz Cisneros.

There sure was a strong interest of squash in Mexico with the presence of the 24-year old top squash player- Nicol David, from Malaysia.

Nicol, who started playing squash competitively at the age of 8, said she was very proud to come to Mexico, especially Guanajuato after being invited by the Latin American champion Samantha Teran.

The president and vice president of the Mexican Squash Federation- Federico Serna Altamirano and Miguel Perez Velazquez, together with Ricardo Guzman, head of the Guanajuato State Squash Association, also gave awards to other outstanding squash athletes in the XXII Panamerican Games 2008.

With the help of a translator Nicol David thanked the state government of Guanajuato, and also highlighted the support given in the momentum of Squash in Guanajuato and Mexico.

The president of the Mexican Federation of Squash, Federico Serna Altamirano also acknowledged the owner of the Cedaj, Francisco Jose Diaz Cisneros, stressed the importance of Guanajuato hosting the Olympiad National Elite Squash and the presence of Nicol David, the best player in the world.

Other than ranking first in international squash, Nicol is also UN Ambassador for Malaysia.
Nicol David also was named Player of the Year in 2005 and 2006 by the Women's International Squash Player's Association and has won numerous titles, including the World title and the World Games.

David has been receiving increasing recognition following her near total domination of the game in recent years.

--NDO