Episode 405 Eric Baldwin - Toronto Badminton and Racquet Club

Episode 405 is a special one as longtime friend and one of the most respected figures in Canadian squash, Eric Baldwin, finally joins the podcast. Eric and I go way back to our junior days competing in Atlantic Canada, so this episode feels less like an interview and more like two old squash boys catching up after years apart. We dive into the golden era of junior squash in the Atlantic provinces, the incredible talent pipeline that came out of PEI and the Atlantic region, the influence of his father Doug Baldwin on the game, memories of the rivalries and personalities from back in the day, and of course some great stories surrounding Eric’s nearly three decades leading the iconic Toronto Badminton and Racquet Club. We also talk Jonathan Power, Canadian squash history, doubles success, Dean Brown and Bow Valley, and what Eric is most proud of after a lifetime dedicated to growing the game. A great conversation, a lot of laughs, and a proper trip down Squash Canada memory lane. 🏆 Sponsored by Squashify & Open Squash