17 Asian countries participated in the intense competition and exchange of friendship in Gimcheon
South Korea's Na Ju-young won a silver medal in the BU19 (under 19) institutional sector
Korea reconfirmed its status as a center of squash in Asia
July 8, 2025 -- The 32nd Asian Junior Squash Championship (individual event), which took place from July 1 to 5 in Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do, concluded successfully. More than 300 athletes and officials from 17 Asian countries participated, establishing it as an international sports festival through fierce competition.
In this tournament, South Korea's Na Ju-young won a valuable silver medal in the BU19 (under 19) institutional sector, proving once again the strength of Korean junior squash. He showcased overwhelming performance all the way to the finals, receiving enthusiastic support from the audience.
The tournament was hosted by the Asian Squash Federation and organized by the Korea Squash Federation and the Gyeongsangbuk-do Squash Federation, with active support from the Gimcheon City, Gyeongsangbuk-do, the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC), and the Gimcheon City Sports Council. It received high praise from participants due to its high-level game management, systematic organization, and the warm welcome from the local community.
Especially during the tournament, the Gimcheon Squash Arena was filled with excitement each day, as players displayed their best skills and brought the audience thrilling matches. In addition, through cultural experience programs (such as air bounce, face painting, making fans, and making hats), participants experienced Korea's traditional culture and warmth together.
Through this tournament, Korea further solidified its status as a center of squash in Asia, and Gimcheon once again proved its capacity and potential as an international sports city.
Park Se-jun, president of the Korea Squash Federation, noted, "The successful conclusion of this tournament was due to the active participation and cooperation of all participants, volunteers, and citizens," adding, "We will continue to work hard for the development of squash in Korea through international exchanges and youth training."
◀Introduction to the Korea Squash Federation
The Korea Squash Federation aims to widely spread squash to the public to enhance national fitness, promote healthy leisure activities and a cheerful atmosphere, while supporting and developing athletes and their organizations, contributing to the honor of the nation by nurturing excellent players.