Chris Robertson - National Coach
- Performance
- Transitional Programme
- Junior High Performance
- Selection Policy
- Meet The Team
- Player Code of Conduct
- UK Anti-Doping Information
BRIEF EXPLANATION ABOUT YOUR JOB AT ESR:
I have overall responsibility for the senior programme of ESR with a remit to provide success and improvements individually and at the team level. Additionally, I am responsible in leading and directing the other National Coaches in developing and progressing the academy and junior players.
WHAT PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE DO YOU HAVE?:
I was National Coach in Wales for 16 years where I was responsible for all elite aspects of that programme. As a former player I also have experience in the workings of the game at that level, and have numerous experiences where this has proved to be invaluable.
WHAT ASPIRATIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE PROGRAMME?
That ESR continues to be at the forefront of world squash, winning world titles whilst developing, respectful, talented, progressive and self- sufficient players along the way. Furthermore, to build a coaching programme with key personal who are passionate, hardworking and talented in their own rights. To build a coaching unit that fully integrates it’s ideas with each other and the players around the country is a realistic goal.
WHICH OTHER SPORTS DO YOU PLAY OR ENJOY WATCHING?
Golf, cricket and rugby league.
AN INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOURSELF?
My last competitive PSA match was the final of the 1992 British Open (which I lost!)
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY AWAY FROM SQUASH?
Spending time with the people who make me happy.
PROFESSIONALLY WHO DO YOU REALLY ADMIRE?
Jonah Barrington, an icon to me when I started to play. Has been a constant source of inspiration and encouragement to me as a professional player and then as a coach.
QUICK FIRE:
FAVOURITE EVER FILM? Shawshank redemption.
FAVOURITE MUSIC? INXS / Neil Diamond / Queen / Elton John / Bob Dylan
WHICH 3 PEOPLE WOULD YOU INVITE TO A DINNER PARTY? Greg Norman / Demi Moore / Jim Carey
FAVOURITE TAKE-AWAY? Chicken and chips
WHAT’S YOUR GUILTY PLEASURE? Ice cream.