Sam Gerrits Crowned 2025 Dutch U23 National Squash Champion

UNSQUASHABLE player Sam Gerrits delivered a series of dominant and highly assured performances to be crowned champion at the 2025 Dutch U23 National Squash Championships, staged at Victoria Squash in Rotterdam. Over the course of the weekend, Sam showcased his authority, composure and tactical clarity, progressing through the draw without dropping a game to secure the national title in emphatic fashion.

Sam set the tone in the quarter-finals with a controlled and confident display against Sascha Steps. Dictating the pace from the outset, he combined accurate length with sharp movement to keep his opponent under constant pressure to close-out an 11-6 11-4 11-4 victory.

The semi-final saw Sam raise his level further against Tristan Keenan. Playing with intensity and precision, the UNSQUASHABLE player imposed himself early and never allowed Keenan to settle. His ability to dominate the middle of the court and finish rallies decisively was reflected in a commanding 11-2 11-6 11-2 win, underlining his growing maturity on the big stage.

In the final, Sam produced another polished performance to overcome Knut Hogervorst and claim the prestigious title. Remaining calm under pressure, he controlled the key exchanges and applied sustained pressure through disciplined shot selection. Sam closed-out the final with an 11-8 11-6 11-5 victory, demonstrating both composure and authority in a convincing championship performance.

The triumph in Rotterdam represents a significant milestone in Sam’s development, highlighting his consistency, tactical intelligence and competitive edge as well as confirming his status as the Netherlands’ leading U23 player.

2025 U23 Dutch National Squash Championships
Final: Sam Gerrits bt. Knut Hogervorst 11-8 11-6 11-5
Semi-Final: Sam Gerrits bt. Tristan Keenan 11-2 11-6 11-2
Quarter-Final: Sam Gerrits bt. Sascha Steps 11-6 11-4 11-4