Gary Gargan –
Director of Jumbo Squash
US Squash Level 3 Certified Coach
15+ years of private coaching experience in the Boston region (2010-present)
Tufts University Assistant Coach since 2019: Worked with the team and Head Coach Joe Raho to go from from 28th ranked (2018) to 12th ranked (2025) nationally.
Previously coached with Dartmouth in 2018 with their highest ever 5th place in the national rankings.
Extensive junior coaching background: Belmont Hill, Noble and Greenough, Dana Hall
Current Head coach: Acton Boxborough public high school team (3 years)
College placement success: Coached juniors recruited to Yale, Brown, Dartmouth, and NESCAC colleges including Amherst, Bates, Bowdoin, Colby, Connecticut College, Tufts, Middlebury, and Hamilton
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Joe Raho –
Head Coach Tufts Men’s and Women’s Squash
Professional Background & Achievements
- Head Coach of Tufts University men’s and women’s squash programs since 2017
- Former assistant coach at Brown University (2014-2017) with both programs in CSA top 20
- Two-time U.S. Junior Squash champion and former Penn team captain
- Member of U.S. team at 2004 World Junior Squash Championships
Program Success & Leadership
- Led both Tufts programs to #12 national rankings in 2024-25 season
- Designed and launched $6 million Tufts Squash Center with eight courts and advanced technology
- Established women’s program as consistent national top 20 team
- Guided men’s team to historic victory over Amherst after 20+ years
Student-Athlete Development
- Maintains exceptional academic standards (men’s team 3.43 GPA, women’s 3.30 GPA)
- Proven track record in college recruitment and player development
Services Available
Contact: joseph.raho@tufts.edu
Individual lessons for all skill levels
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Alex Grayson – Tufts Assistant Coach
Professional Background
- Former New Zealand national team player (U19 and senior) and PSA professional tour competitor
- Over 15 years of international coaching experience with players aged 4-80
- Assistant coach for Tufts University’s women’s and men’s squash programs
Unique Coaching Approach
- Specializes in injury prevention using personal experience with knee and achilles injuries
- Implements a comprehensive 6-part framework: mindfulness, mobility, technique, conditioning, performance review, and recovery
- Focuses on building solid physical and mental foundations for long-term player development
Services Available
- Individual squash lessons (45 min) for all skill levels
- Mindfulness sessions (30 min) to enhance performance
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Meet our team
Jumbo Squash Academy is proud to have a qualified team of Squash Coaches
FAQs
Can my child try a class before committing?
Absolutely! We encourage all prospective students to attend a trial class before enrolling. This allows your child to experience our coaching style, meet our team, and get a feel for training with our program. It also helps us ensure proper program placement. To schedule a trial class, simply fill out our interest form or contact us directly, and we’ll arrange a session that works with your schedule.
How do I register and when can we start?
Registration is easy! Start by filling out our online interest form here. We’ll contact you within 48 hours to discuss program placement, schedule your trial class, and provide the required health questionnaire and waiver forms. Individual lessons can begin immediately year-round. Our group academy sessions run from September (after Labor Day) through Thanksgiving, with registration opening in late summer.
What makes you different from other squash programs?
Jumbo Squash Academy offers a truly unique training environment where junior players train on the same courts as current Division III varsity athletes at Tufts University. Our low student-to-coach ratio ensures personalized attention, while our proven track record includes successful college placements at Yale, Brown, Dartmouth, and throughout the NESCAC. Students also have exclusive opportunities to watch Tufts home matches, learning from their coaches competing at the highest collegiate level. This combination of expert instruction, peer mentorship, and university-level facilities creates an unmatched development experience.
How many kids are in each class?
We maintain small group sizes to ensure every player receives individualized attention and detailed feedback. Our low student-to-coach ratio allows us to focus on each player’s specific technical and tactical development while still providing the benefits of group training dynamics. Exact class sizes vary by program level and session, but we prioritize quality instruction over quantity, ensuring your child gets the personalized coaching they deserve.
Build your confidence on the court
- Mental training insights that took the Tufts team from #28 in the nation to #12 in 5 seasons.
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