The National Squash League Podcast

Send us Fan MailIntroduction / Banter (1:45 - 6:53), Knights vs. Lightning Recap (6:56 - 28:55), Nathan Lake Interview (29:03 - 51:10), Playoff Update & Final Weekend Preview (51:15 - 55:15)Support the show

Send us Fan MailIntroduction to Joe Robinson (1:43 - 4:30), Lake Erie vs. Greenwich Summary (4:31 - 19:20), Dimitri Steinmann Interview (19:30 - 43:20), Chicago vs. Louisville (43:25 - 52:20), Lake Erie vs. Seattle (52:21 - 1:05:52), and a preview of New York Knights vs. Philadelphia Lightning (1:05:53 - 1:15:30)Support the show

Send us Fan MailNSL Updates (0:53 - 8:15), Nashville vs. Chicago Recap (8:16 - 31:56), Greenwich vs. Newport UPSET (31:57 - 1:02:00), Timmy Brownell Interview (1:02:01 - 1:38:52), Weekend Preview & Wrap-Up (1:38:53 - 1:56:50)Support the show

Send us Fan MailNSL Updates (1:40 - 5:58), NY Queens vs. PHL Freedom Review (6:00 - 23:32), Fayrouz Aboelkheir (23:40 - 40:33), NSL Playoff Update and Wrap-Up (40:40 - 58:12)Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this interview, Spencer Lovejoy joins Janet Alvarez on The Business Briefing Show to discuss the rapid growth and future direction of the National Squash League (NSL).The conversation begins with an overview of the league’s current state, highlighting its innovative team-based format, increasing fan engagement, and commitment to elevating squash as a spectator sport. Lovejoy emphasizes how the NSL is creating a more dynamic and accessible version of the game to attract both new audiences and sponsors.Alvarez then explores the league’s expansion strategy, with Lovejoy sharing plans to introduce new teams and markets while maintaining competitive balance and strong player representation. He underscores the importance of building regional fanbases and creating a sustainable structure for long-term growth.The interview concludes with a forward-looking discussion on the NSL’s vision, including increasing player compensation, enhancing media presence, and positioning the league as a major force in global squash—especially as the sport gains momentum ahead of the Olympics. Lovejoy reiterates that players are at the center of the league’s mission, with a focus on growing their personal brands alongside the league itself.Support the show

Send us Fan MailBack at the Dakota Studio: NSL Update and Louisville vs. Nashville Review (1:35 - 25:30), interview with Head Coach of Nashville Crushers Dylan Cunningham to discuss the controversial ending (25:31 - 43:35), Seattle Freeze vs. SoNo Review (43:36 - 59:21), interview with SoNo Sharks Powerplay hero, Margot Prow (59:22 - 1:13:51), and wrap up with a quick preview of NY Queens vs. Philadelphia Freedom on March 20 to wrap up the show (1:13:51 - 1:16:55)Support the show

Send us Fan MailEpisode was done remotely as the snow kept us in sadly, but we have another State of the Union from CEO Spencer Lovejoy (1:18 - 6:22), recap of Philadelphia Freedom vs. DC Inferno on Valentine's Day (6:24 - 21:59), an interview with Freedom's Melissa Alves (22:00 - 40:30), a recap of Atlanta Tornadoes upset against NY Knights (40:31 - 57:35), an interview with the Tornadoes' Ivan Perez (57:36 - 1:15:53), and we wrap it up with a preview of the Week 5 Matches (LOU vs. NSH, SEA vs. SoNo) (1:15:54 - 1:24:20).Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe start the episode with a catch-up on a major NSL Trade (Mohamed ElShorbagy to NY Knights) and the Tournament of Champions Exhibition summary (1:30 - 12:10); Summary of the Philadelphia Lightning taking home the W in a 3rd period shootout against Atlanta Tornadoes (12:11 - 33:50); we interview ATL Tornadoes Coach Celia Pashley to breakdown the match along with a special surprise guest (33:55 - 51:42); we summarize the kick-off of the NY Queens Franchise with their win against the DC Inferno (52:00 - 1:08:40); we wrap up with an interview with NY Queens Head Coach and Former WR #1, Nouran Gohar (1:08:43 - 1:24:00).Support the show

Send us Fan MailWith new Co-Host Spencer Lovejoy, we sit down with the CEO of Dakota, the new presenting sponsor of the National Squash League, Gui Costin (1:38 - 15:38). We talk about his path to the founding of Dakota, how they've evolved since 2006, and why he is excited about this partnership with the National Squash League.Next, Spencer gives a quick State of the Union on the NSL, a review of the NSL Draft, and a preview of the Men's and Women's NSL Seasons and Week 1 Matchups (15:44 - 52:00).We wrap up with the Atlanta Tornadoes' 2nd Round Draft Pick and Squash Legend, Nick Matthew. We talk about his path to the NSL, his success in the Legends matches, and why he thinks the Tornadoes are primed to take down the defending champions this Friday in the season opener (52:07 - 1:06:23)Support the show

Send us Fan MailSean Choi, Host of the Rally Report, joins B.G. Lemmon to breakdown the upcoming National Squash League Draft (January 17, Cleveland, OH). The Women's Mock Draft is first (3:19 - 53:05) followed by the Men's Mock Draft (53:06 - 2:03:41). There are 16 picks on the Women's side to be made and 29 picks on the Men's side. Plenty of surprises, snubs, and hot takes!Presented by The Dakota Funds Group (www.dakotafunds.com)Support the show

Send us Fan MailIt's official: Philadelphia is Titletown. Breaking down every single match of the NSL Playoffs: D.C. Inferno vs. Lake Erie Beacons (3:43 - 10:05), ATL Tornadoes vs. Lake Erie Beacons (10:06 - 14:59), Newport Dragons vs. Philadelphia Lightning (15:00 - 29:29), SoNo Sharks vs. Philadelphia Freedom (29:30 - 37:13), DC Inferno vs. Philadelphia Freedom (37:14 - 51:24), Lake Erie Beacons vs. Philadelphia Lightning (51:25 - 1:10:00).Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe preview the Men's and Women's NSL Playoffs this weekend with Bernat Jaume of Lake Erie Beacons (1:30 - 45:40) and Melissa Alves of the Philadelphia Freedom (45:42 - 1:05:42 ). Tune in to the playoffs on our YouTube channel this weekend!Support the show

Send us Fan MailPhiladelphia Lightning vs. Greenwich Panthers Review (1:41 - 19:45), NSL Season Review (19:46 - 22:02), Playoff Rosters for Men (22:03 - 25:44), Playoff Rosters for Women, Including BREAKING NEWS about Philadelphia Freedom and Tinne Gillis (25:45 -  27:40), and NSL Playoff Quick Gut Reactions (27:41 - 30:38).We wrap up with a sit down with Head Coach of the Philadelphia Lightning, John White (30:39 - 67:11).Support the show

Send us Fan MailLake Erie vs. Chicago Review (1:33 - 15:15), Men's and Women's Regular Season MVP Debate (15:16 - 18:47), and finally, the Philadelphia Lightning vs. Greenwich Panthers Season Finale Preview (18:48 - 25:44).Support the show

Send us Fan MailBritish Open Update, including Sarah Jane Perry Retirement, Asal vs. Bryant, and NSL players in the QFs for both Men and Women (2:14-15:45), NSL Update and Lake Erie Beacons vs. Chicago Grizzlies Preview (15:46-21:19), Celia Pashley Interview, starting with drinking a coconut (21:24-25:15), Celia's upbringing in Réunion Island (25:16-42:57), life in France (proper) with University and Pro Career, both Singles and Doubles (43:00-68:13), what she's up to in Atlanta now, including how she wound up in the National Squash League, her own breakdown of her match against the Louisville Colts (68:14-90:35), and her thoughts and predictions on the NSL playoffs (90:36-103:45)Support the show

Send us Fan MailAli Farag retires (1:52-11:05), Quash Bad Squash Video Review and why the WSO should use this as an opportuntiy to improve the game (11:08-17:32), the Philadelphia Lightning adding WR #5 Marwan ElShorbagy to their roster and what it means for the rest of the team (17:34-21:31), Atlanta Tornadoes vs. Louisville Colts Review (21:32-36:33).Support the show

Send us Fan MailWorld Championships review (1:45-6:17), NSL Week #2 Review (6:18-53:28), where we discuss the 5 matchups of the past week: Greenwich vs. New York, SoNo vs. Lake Erie (Women), Louisville vs. Nashville (SHOT HEARD AROUND THE WORLD BY TIMMY BROWNELL), Newport vs. Lake Erie (Men), and Freedom vs. DC Inferno, and finally a quick preview of Atlanta vs. Louisville (53:29 - 56:00).Support the show

Send us Fan MailEain Yow Ng (WR #10, New York Knights), Gina Kennedy (WR #8, Lake Erie Beacons), and 17-Year Old Phenom Mohamed Zakaria (WR #18, Louisville Colts) all join the NSL and are ready to make their debuts this weekend, World Championship Recap, NSL Weekend Preview, capped off with an interview with NSL Co-Founder and Newport Dragons Player, Spencer Lovejoy (22:50 - 01:25:20). We share a dessert from his favorite place Mango Mango before discussing his path to professional squash player, his time at Yale, and the real origin story of the NSL. Support the show

Send us Fan MailA great squash mind told me he had no idea what the format of the National Squash League was still, so I decided that we needed to refresh the world on the NSL rules, what exactly is a Power Play, and why all of these little nuances make for such an exciting presentation of squash that you won't find in any other sport.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, we breakdown the first matchup of the DC Inferno vs. Philadelphia Freedom (1:30 - 23:20) and the Lake Erie Beacons vs. SoNo Sharks (23:21 - 41:48). Both matches were 4-0, but there were plenty of interesting details, including maybe the first time in squash history where somebody played with a shark fin on their back in a professional match (still very much mixed feelings about this).Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the National Squash League Podcast with host B.G. Lemmon, owner of The Philadelphia Lightning. We will be discussing anything and everything with the National Squash League, but the first episode today will be discussing the first 3 matches: NY Knight vs. Philadelphia Lightning, Nashville Crushers vs. Atlanta Tornadoes, and Chicago Grizzlies vs. Newport Dragons. Hear everything about the best performances, the first NSL shootout, and a look ahead to next matches!Support the show