More than sport - why we should encourage Masters sport participation
In my mid-40s I played Masters squash for a few years. It was a great experience for me as the games were competitive but social. Teams were internally graded, so each team of 4 players had a ranked 1 (best) through to 4 player. You played against the opposing teams same ranked player. While each 1v1was a 'best of 5 games' (i.e, win 3-2, 4-1, 5-0) the winning team was decided by total games won by the 4 players of the team. When you weren't playing, you umpired or scored for other players on court. After everyone played, you moved to the lounge to socialise with your team and the opposition, with the home team responsible for providing the 'supper'. Masters sport refers to organised competitive sport for adults, typically aged 35 years and older, who continue to train and compete in sports. I stopped playing Masters squash when my coaching commitments increased. Last year, I was drawn back into Masters sport to coach at a carnival occuring between the end of foot...
