Jamal Callender
Junior Academy Squash Director

When Peter and Jess moved to NYC in 2013, Peter immediately saw a need for a weekend junior squash program that included all aspects of the game—conditioning, match play and mental strategy—the tools needed for junior players to compete with knowledge and strength. At the time, Poly Prep alum Jamal was coaching the Poly boys and girls squash teams. He, Peter and Jess formed the NCA weekend program at Poly, which grew from a handful of players to nearly 100. Jamal is loved his peers and brings enthusiasm, passion and fun to his coaching. Juniors of all levels are excited to be on court with him.

When not on court, Jamal is often watching squash, spending QT with friends and family ideally over Szechuan and IPA, and all the while kicking our Wordle butts.