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East Coast Squash Academy Ranked #18 in Top 30 Squash Blogs Worldwide (2026)

6/4/2026

East Coast Squash Academy has been officially ranked #18 in the world in the Top 30 Squash Blogs on the web for 2026, a global recognition that highlights the Academy’s growing authority and influence within the sport.

Positioned ahead of internationally recognised platforms such as PSA Squash (#22) and Squash Levels (#27), this achievement reinforces the Academy’s credibility not only as a player development program — but as a trusted voice shaping the conversation around modern squash.

Announced as part of the Top 30 Squash Blogs (2026 Edition), the rankings are curated based on multiple performance indicators including content relevancy, subject expertise, posting consistency, and freshness — with the highest-ranked blogs reflecting the leading and most valuable contributions to the global squash community.

View the full list here:
Top 30 Squash Blogs on the Web (2026 Edition)
https://bloggers.feedspot.com/squash_blogs/

Extending Influence Beyond Borders
At the core of this recognition is the Academy’s ability to translate high-performance coaching into content that resonates far beyond its home base in Sydney.

Through its blog, The East Coast Squash Academy has built a platform that reaches players, coaches, and squash communities internationally — sharing insights that are both practical and applicable across different levels of the game.

Built on Deliberate Practice Principles, the content provides a structured lens into what drives improvement — creating alignment between local coaching environments and global performance standards.

Building A High-Performance Ecosystem
This recognition sits alongside the continued growth of The East Coast Squash Academy as one of Australia’s leading and award-winning squash programs. Recent wins include Aaron Frankcomb, who was named the 2026 Keith Walker Coach of the Year, while Jackson Wylie was the recipient of the 2026 Chris Robertson Junior Player of the Year Award (Male).
The blog plays a critical role in that ecosystem:

Translating elite coaching principles into accessible insights

Showcasing repeatable systems for player development

Connecting local success with global best practice principles

Contributing to a shared understanding of high-performance squash

This recognition validates the Academy’s ability to communicate complex performance concepts in a clear, practical way, while consistently delivering value to players and the wider squash community.

A Clear Signal For Aspiring Players
For players serious about improving and progressing within the sport, this ranking
reflects a program that is not only producing results locally, but actively contributing to the global squash ecosystem by openly sharing the frameworks behind them — creating clarity, direction, and long-term development.

As the Academy continues to grow, the focus remains unchanged:

To develop better players, build stronger systems, and contribute meaningfully to the local and global squash communities

About The East Coast Squash Academy
The East Coast Squash Academy was founded in 2013 when Aaron Frankcomb retired from the Professional Squash Tour, with a vision to expand the presence of squash across the Greater Sydney area while delivering a structured, high-performance development pathway.

Since its inception, the Academy has achieved significant results, including attracting junior players with aspirations of progressing to the professional (PSA) tour. Its junior program has consistently held one of the largest contingents of players on the NSW Squash Junior ranking list, with representation across NSW junior state teams, Australian junior teams, and senior national pathways.

The Academy has developed multiple NSW and Australian Junior Champions, and at its peak engaged over 500 children in weekly squads and training programs. Participation and memberships have grown substantially, with tournament engagement reaching record levels.

It has also supported eight full-time senior players who achieved career-high rankings inside the top 60 on the Men’s PSA Tour, while its leading female professional reached a world ranking of 106.

Through delivering over 100 hours of weekly programming, the Academy has played a key role in increasing court utilisation and supporting the growth of squash centres across Greater Sydney, including Energize Health and Fitness, Norths Fitness, Sydney CBD Squash Club, Elanora Squash & Fitness, Sydney Uni Sports & Fitness, and the University of New South Wales.

Contact Details:
Tel: 02 9957 5105
Website: www.EastCoastSquashAcademy.com.au
Facebook: East Coast Squash Academy

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Jackson Wylie Awarded 2026 Chris Robertson Junior Player of the Year

6/4/2026

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Squash Australia has named Jackson Wylie the recipient of the 2026 Chris Robertson Junior Player of the Year Award (Male), recognising a year defined by sustained excellence, competitive maturity, and consistent high-level performance across Australia’s junior squash circuit.

Presented as part of the national 2026 awards, this honour marks not only a standout season, but the emergence of a player capable of competing — and succeeding— against the strongest juniors in the country.

This national recognition highlights the strength of The East Coast Squash Academy’s emerging junior talent and reinforces the effectiveness of structured, high-performance development pathways in shaping athletes capable of long-term success.

The announcement also coincides with a major milestone for his coach, Aaron Frankcomb, who was named the 2026 Keith Walker Coach of the Year — further reinforcing the calibre of the development environment supporting Wylie’s progression.

Consistency at a High Level
Wylie’s achievement represents more than individual success — it reflects the emergence of a new generation of high-performance athletes within Australia’s squash system. His performances across national competitions have demonstrated not only technical excellence, but a level of composure and maturity rarely seen at the junior level.

While many junior athletes display talent, fewer demonstrate the level of ownership required to convert that potential into consistent results. Wylie’s approach has been defined by a disciplined engagement with the training process — applying feedback, maintaining focus, and remaining accountable to long-term development goals.

Rather than relying on isolated moments of brilliance, his performances are built on repeatable habits: deliberate practice principles, structured preparation and the ability to remain composed through extended, physically demanding matches.

Skill Development Within a Proven System
A significant factor in Wylie’s progression has been his training environment at The East Coast Squash Academy. Under the guidance of former World #38, Aaron Frankcomb, development has been approached as a long-term process, where technical skill, physical conditioning, tactical understanding within strategic planning are combined with mental toughness, sports psychology frameworks, rather than treated in isolation.

Aaron Frankcomb reflected on Wylie’s development:

“What clearly stands out with Jackson is his consistency in applying what he’s learning while he’s learning it. That is a high-level skill requiring self-awareness that few possess. On top of that, he shows up every single day to do the (hard) work that needs to be done and has taken full ownership of his development. All of this builds a solid mental and physical foundation to perform under pressure.”

Wylie highlighted the impact of this environment on his development:
“I think the most important factor for any athlete in any sport is the environment around them. For me, I'm very fortunate and lucky to be constantly surrounded by my coach, Aaron, who constantly pushes me to my boundaries to determine what I need to overcome to become a better squash player. When I was younger, I was not what people call ‘talented at squash’. I struggled to compete at a State or National level. That changed when I started getting coached by Aaron, my level grew exponentially. Within 15 months, I finished second at the Australian Junior Championships. His deep knowledge and understanding of the game, with a structured coaching process, is without a doubt amongst the best in the world. That is what has helped me understand the game from a new strategic perspective, not just on court, but with whatever other aspects I want to develop. The key is that he’s always holding me accountable to the bar I need to be training at."

Positioned For The Next Stage
Receiving the Chris Robertson Award represents a significant milestone in Wylie’s career, while also marking a transition point as he begins to look beyond junior competition toward higher levels of the game.

Looking ahead, Wylie remains focused on continued progression:
“This is my last year in Juniors, so the main focus for me in 2026 is to transition to the professional circuit, which means I need to get my ranking high enough to compete in the higher-level professional events.
In anticipation of this, I’ve recently returned from a 4-month training stint in the UK, where I was based in Pontefract, coached by David Campion and James Willstrop and surrounded by some of the best players in the world.
The experience exposed me to a whole new level of training and squash. It made me realise that there's still so much more improvement needed for me to reach my goals. My current main goal is to qualify for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, which will be a massive milestone for me to achieve, and I know it will mean a lot for the people who have been with me on my journey.”

A Reflection Of Collective Investment
While the award recognises individual performance, Wylie’s development reflects the influence of a broader support network — including his coaches, family, and his wider local community.
Reflecting on that support, Wylie added:

“I’ve been very fortunate to have so many amazing people throughout my journey who’ve helped get me to where I am today. Firstly, I want to start by thanking my parents. They’ve sacrificed the past couple years to really support me to get where I am today, and I know I wouldn’t be here without them.

Jackson also highlighted the importance of his training environment and club community:

"I also want to thank everyone at my local club, Elanora Squash & Fitness, which has not only provided and training base where I’m able to keep improving, but also to the members who’ve constantly supported my journey from the beginning to today.

I also want to thank my coaches from my early beginnings, Kathy Doherty, Tim Doherty and Darroll Allart, who inspired me to pursue squash and I know that I would not be here today without their encouragement in those formative early days.”

Wylie also recognised the role of his current coaching environment:

“I also need to thank my current coach Aaron Frankcomb who inspires me to keep pushing myself to not only become the best squash player I can be, but also become a better person. I know I'm going to achieve many great things working with him in the future and I wouldn’t be here today without his help.

Lastly, but importantly, I want to thank my sponsors Tecnifibre and True Protein who continue to support me throughout my journey. Although squash is an individual sport, it requires a whole team for any athlete to achieve their goals. I’m super grateful knowing that I have an amazing team behind me who support my journey."

As one of Australia’s most promising junior athletes, Wylie’s recognition signals both current excellence and future potential for The East Coast Squash Academy — reinforcing the importance of disciplined development, high-performance programs, and a long-term commitment to player improvement and development

About The East Coast Squash Academy
The East Coast Squash Academy was founded in 2013 when Aaron Frankcomb retired from the Professional Squash Tour, with a vision to expand the presence of squash across the Greater Sydney area while delivering a structured, high-performance development pathway.

Since its inception, the Academy has achieved significant results, including attracting junior players with aspirations of progressing to the professional (PSA) tour. Its junior program has consistently held one of the largest contingents of players on the NSW Squash Junior ranking list, with representation across NSW junior state teams, Australian junior teams, and senior national pathways.

The Academy has developed multiple NSW and Australian Junior Champions, and at its peak engaged over 500 children in weekly squads and training programs. Participation and memberships have grown substantially, with tournament engagement reaching record levels.

It has also supported eight full-time senior players who achieved career-high rankings inside the top 60 on the Men’s PSA Tour, while its leading female professional reached a world ranking of 106.

Through delivering over 100 hours of weekly programming, the Academy has played a key role in increasing court utilisation and supporting the growth of squash centres across Greater Sydney, including Energize Health and Fitness, Norths Fitness, Sydney CBD Squash Club, Elanora Squash & Fitness, Sydney Uni Sports & Fitness, and the University of New South Wales.

Contact Details:
Tel: 02 9957 5105
Website: www.EastCoastSquashAcademy.com.au
Facebook: East Coast Squash Academy

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Aaron Frankcomb Named The 2026 Keith Walker Australian Squash Coach Of The Year

4/4/2026

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Squash Australia has officially named Aaron Frankcomb the 2026 Squash Coach of the Year, awarding him the prestigious Keith Walker Coach Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to player development and high-performance squash in Australia.

Announced as part of the Squash Australia Awards for 2026, this honour reinforces Frankcomb’s position as one of the most trusted and results-driven squash coaches in Australia.

National recognition cements The East Coast Squash Academy as Sydney’s premier high-performance Academy

The announcement also celebrated Jackson Wylie’s recent on-court accomplishments, including being named the 2026 Chris Robertson Junior Player of the Year (Male) — a powerful reflection of the strength and consistency of Frankcomb’s coaching system.

A Coaching Philosophy That Produces Results
At the heart of Aaron Frankcomb’s success is his commitment to Deliberate Practice Principles — a structured, high-performance methodology focused on intentional training, feedback loops, and measurable improvement.

Through his leadership at East Coast Squash Academy, Frankcomb has created an environment built on trust, accountability, and long-term athlete development — a combination that continues to deliver national-level results.

Reflecting on the award, Frankcomb was quick to shift the spotlight onto his athletes:

“As a coach, I often tell my students: it’s not me that makes you great—it’s your willingness to listen, trust the advice, and do the work.”

He added:

“I’m confident in my coaching and the strategies I teach, but the results come from the players themselves—their physical, mental, technical, and strategic commitment.”

From World-Class Player to Elite Coach
Before becoming one of Australia’s leading coaches, Frankcomb built an elite playing career:

Top 100 in the world for 8 years, including top 50 for 4 years
Winner of 4 PSA titles
Represented Australia at the 2010 Commonwealth Games
Multiple-time Australian Junior Champion

Now, he channels that experience into building the next generation of athletes — guiding juniors and emerging players through structured development pathways from grassroots to elite competition.

Building Champions — At Scale
Under Frankcomb’s leadership, the East Coast Squash Academy has become a powerhouse of junior development:

Over 25 Australian Junior Champions developed
Strong representation across NSW and Australian teams
Proven pathways into professional squash (PSA Tour)
More than 500 weekly junior participants

Frankcomb highlighted the current wave of talent coming through the system:
“I have a strong group of junior players right now—talented, dedicated, and committed in a way I haven’t seen in the 13 years I’ve coached in Australia.”

“Watching them step up and commit at this level has been incredibly rewarding.”

A Community-Driven High-Performance Ecosystem
While the award recognises individual excellence, Frankcomb emphasised the broader community behind the success:

“The Academy has built a strong program… which shows proven success.”
“A sincere thank you to our team and everyone who supports us—without you, none of this would be possible.”

He also acknowledged the personal support system that underpins his coaching journey:
“A MASSIVE thank you to my beautiful wife and two girls… who have been so patient with me, to support me to achieve my dreams.”

“Also a huge shout out to my business mentor and resident applied sports psychology and peak performance specialist – Dr Marc Dussault, who has been instrumental in formalising our collaborative Deliberate Practice Principles and recently extending them to high-performance table tennis coaching.”

“This is an opportune time to also acknowledge the person who was instrumental in my early days as a junior with all the enthusiasm a kid could have, Reto Vogel. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being the catalyst to this incredible journey I’ve been on and will continue to discover.”

This combination of elite coaching, family support, and a committed player base has created one of the most effective squash development environments in Australia.

A Clear Choice for Aspiring Players and Families

For parents and players across Greater Sydney seeking a proven pathway to excellence, Aaron Frankcomb’s national recognition provides a clear and credible signal.

His ability to integrate professional playing experience with evidence-based training systems and scalable development frameworks makes him a standout leader in Australian squash.
As Frankcomb puts it:

“I’m grateful to have come from being a professional player… to now giving back to the sport and helping the next generation reach their ultimate potential. I hope to see you on court soon.”

“If you’re a parent with kids who want to learn to play squash, I’d be honoured to have them join our Junior Development Pathway Program.”

About The East Coast Squash Academy
The East Coast Squash Academy was founded in 2013 when Aaron Frankcomb retired from the Professional Squash Tour. The East Coast Squash Academy set out to create a business model to expand the presence of squash within the Greater Sydney area squash centres.

Since inception, the Academy has produced some stellar results including: Attracting a handful of junior players with aspirations of going on the professional (PSA) tour.

Its junior program had the biggest contingent of players on the NSW Squash Junior ranking list, with players on the NSW junior state teams, Australian junior teams, and Australian senior players. The Academy has developed several NSW and Australian Junior Champions. At its peak, the junior squash program boasted (pun intended!) over 500 children participating in weekly squads and training sessions. Memberships and participation in squads increased by 100% and 300% respectively and tournament registrations reached at an all-time high.

The Academy has been the home base to eight full time senior players who reached career highs of top 60 in the world on the Men’s PSA Tour. Its best female professional reached a top world ranking of 106.
The Academy created great success building over 100 hours of services per week to grow the court utilisation and increase profits for clubs around the Greater Sydney Area. Since 2016, Energize Health and Fitness, Norths Fitness, Sydney CBD Squash Club, Elanora Squash & Fitness, Sydney Uni Sports & Fitness & University of New South Wales.

Contact details: Tel: 02 9957 5105
Website: www.EastCoastSquashAcademy.com.au
Facebook: East Coast Squash Academy
Aaron Frankcomb

Aaron Frankcomb was ranked in the top 100 professional squash players for 8 years, and for 4 of those years he was in the top 50, winning 4 PSA titles. He represented Australia at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, was a Junior Champion in all age groups including 2 times in the Under 19 category and holder of scholarships in the Tasmanian and Australian Institutes of Sport. He now coaches professionally and remains Sydney’s top ranked squash player and is still considered within the top 10 players in Australia and was named the 2026 Squash Coach of the Year by Squash Australia, awarding him the prestigious Keith Walker Coach Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to player development and high-performance squash in Australia.

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