Timeline Of Key Moments

TURNS PROFESSIONAL, BEGINS PSA WORLD TOUR CAREER

WINS DUTCH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

REACHES CAREER-HIGH WORLD NO. 33

SHOULDER INJURY PROMPTS TRANSITION INTO COACHING

OFFICIALLY RETIRES & STARTS COACHING

COACHING IN USA

FUTURE YOU COACHING IN MELBOURNE

2000

2002

2013

2008

2022

2014–2020

2021

How and Where it All Began - “I grew up in Melbourne as a multi-sport athlete — playing basketball for the Melbourne Tigers and representing Victoria in football and cricket — but it was squash that truly grabbed me at 17.
From there, the journey took me across 70+ countries as a professional, reaching a career-high world ranking of No. 33 and winning multiple titles, including the Dutch National Championship. The lessons I learned as a player shaped the coach I would later become.”

My Transition to Coaching : A shoulder injury in 2008 became the turning point. I moved from Holland to Philadelphia, and by 2013 had stepped away from the PSA Tour to dedicate myself fully to coaching. The shift felt natural — I realised that guiding others brought me the same joy as competing myself.

Building a Coaching Path Abroad : I founded my first squash academy at The Baldwin School in Philadelphia, where I worked with juniors aged 12–18 to develop both their squash and their mindset. Many of those players went on to Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.
Later in New York, I expanded into private coaching, working with professional athletes, CEOs, Wall Street executives, lawyers, and even a U.S. Senator.

Future You Coaching : In 2021, I returned home to Melbourne and launched Future You Coaching. My model blends squash, neuroscience, and mindset training to help athletes and professionals align with their Future Self. Today, I coach not just for performance, but for the whole person — balancing technical development with mindset, confidence, and resilience.

Who I Coach Today: We work with a wide range of athletes, from Melbourne-based juniors and club players to international professionals like Olivia Fiechter (PSA Top 10). Our programs also support state and national representatives, as well as teams and schools including Scotch College, Rainbow Racquets Melbourne, and The Gliders, Australia’s women’s wheelchair basketball team.

A shoulder injury in 2008 marked the shift in my career. It was a moment of loss, but also of clarity — a chance to take everything I had learned as a player and begin shaping others through coaching.
“Every athlete has that moment where the body forces you to stop and reflect. For me, it was a shoulder injury that made me question what was next. But it wasn’t an ending — it was a new beginning. Coaching gave me a way to stay in the game, but more importantly, to give back what squash had given me.”

Starting Over in the U.S.
My first major step as a coach came in Philadelphia, where I founded a squash academy at The Baldwin School. I worked with juniors aged 12–18, not only improving their game but helping them develop a mindset that would carry them through life. Many of those students went on to Ivy League universities including Harvard, Yale, and Princeton

Future You Coaching
In 2021, I returned to Melbourne and launched Future You Coaching — a program that blends squash, neuroscience, and mindset development. My mission is simple: to help people align with their “future self,” whether they are athletes, professionals, or individuals seeking growth.
Elite Athletes: Mentor to PSA professionals including Olivia Fiechter (World Top 10), who credits me with having the “largest impact” on her career.
Teams & Schools: Coaching at Scotch College, and supporting inclusivity through programs with Rainbow Racquets Squash Melbourne.
National & International Programs: Delivered the Fiji Squash development program (2022) and currently serving as Mindset Coach to The Gliders, Australia’s women’s wheelchair basketball team.

Coaching Beyond the Court
Later in New York, I expanded my work to private coaching — training professional athletes, executives, lawyers, CEOs, and even a U.S. Senator. In every case, I saw the same truth: success was driven not just by skill, but by mindset. That realisation laid the foundation for the philosophy I still use today.

CJ works with players on stroke mechanics, shot selection, and match-play strategies. His practical, detail-driven approach gives players a solid technical base and helps them make smarter decisions under pressure

CJ White –
Technical Coach

Joanne leads our women’s programs, empowering female players and guiding juniors through her experience as a top Australian junior towards state and national representation.

Joanne Joseph –
Women’s & Junior Development Coach

Alex focuses on squash-specific movement, from footwork and positioning to agility and recovery. His training ensures players move more efficiently, cover the court with confidence, and reduce their risk of injury.

Alex Martin –
Movement Coach

Sarah designs strength and conditioning programs tailored to squash. She helps players build endurance, power, and recovery habits so they can handle the physical demands of the game and perform at their peak.

Sarah Li
Fitness & Strength Coach

OUR GEMS

My Coaching Team

At Future You Coaching, we believe no single coach can cover every part of a player’s journey. That’s why I’ve built a team of specialists who work alongside me, each focusing on a different pillar of the game. Our approach is simple: we coach as a team, and we develop players as a whole. From technique and movement, to fitness and mindset, to programs for women and juniors, every session is part of a bigger picture. When players come to us, they don’t just get one coach — they get a complete support system working towards their growth.

Player Pathways & Coaching Programs

At Future You Coaching, every player’s journey is different — but the pathway is simple. Whether you’re stepping onto a squash court for the first time, aiming for state selection, or competing internationally, we have a program to support you.

Master Life Coach (Certified Life Coach Institute, CA)
Sports Training & Development Coach Level 3 (Holland)
(Also coached and mentored under Squash Australia systems – [Level 2/3 to be confirmed])