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The 2025 Northern Star Golden Open once again brought world-class squash to Kalgoorlie-Boulder from 30 May to 1 June, with over 120 competitors taking part across an impressive range of divisions at the Ray Finlayson Sporting Complex. Players travelled from across Western Australia, interstate and internationally, making it one of the region’s most significant sporting events.
The tournament featured a full Professional Squash Association (PSA) Men’s and Women’s draw, alongside extensive Open and graded divisions: Men’s and Women’s Open, Men’s and Women’s Masters, four separate Men’s graded divisions, two Women’s graded divisions, and three Junior divisions — offering opportunities for players of all ages and levels.
A standout feature of this year’s tournament was its ongoing commitment to gender equality, proudly offering equal prize money for both men’s and women’s PSA divisions.
The event also included junior clinics, providing local youth with the chance to learn directly from professional athletes.
While international stars claimed top honours in the PSA divisions, it was fantastic to see strong performances from local Kalgoorlie-Boulder and WA-based players across many of the Open, Masters, and Junior events.
More than half of the event’s winners and placegetters came from WA, highlighting the depth of talent in the state and strength of the local squash community.
In true Goldfields style, major division champions were also awarded signature Kalgoorlie gold nuggets, continuing the tournament’s unique tradition and adding to its global appeal.
Men’s PSA Division Results:
- Winner: Hamza Kahn (Pakistan)
- Runner Up: Samuel Ka Hei Ho (Hong Kong)
Women’s PSA Division Results:
- Winner: Kirstie Wong (Hong Kong)
- Runner Up: Akari Midorikawa (Japan)
Men’s Open Division Results:
- Winner: Arthur Law (WA)
- Runner Up: Jason Patmore (WA)
Women’s Open Division Results:
- Winner: Fiona Whooley (WA)
- Runner Up: Josie Jones (WA)
The tournament delivered strong economic benefits to the local community, with players, officials and supporters filling local hotels, restaurants, and businesses.
The Eastern Goldfields Squash Racquet Association (EGSRA) acknowledges the generous support of Northern Star Resources, local business sponsors, and the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder for making the event possible.
With strong community support and another successful year complete, planning is already underway for the 2026 Golden Open.
Full results HERE.
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