Capitol Squash

Last week, Capitol Squash went on a tour of the Kingswood Oxford School campus. Our summer campers visited the auditorium, library, and classroom spaces while learning all about the school. Thank you so much for providing this awesome opportunity, Kingswood Oxford School!

Capitol Squash took a field trip to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art last week. Our campers saw so many pieces of incredible artwork and learned so much from our amazing tour guides. We can’t wait to visit again!

Thank you so much to Camp KO for hosting Capitol Squash this week! Our campers had so much fun meeting other squash players, challenging themselves in fitness competitions, and playing lots and lots of squash! Thanks again, Camp KO West Hartford!

Angel, Capitol Squash alum and Trinity sophomore, gave our summer campers a tour of campus yesterday. He showed them the library, dining hall, dorms, and coffee shop while leading the students in a scavenger hunt to find landmarks around campus. Thanks, Angel, for being a fantastic tour guide!

Last Friday, Capitol Squash student Abdiel graduated from A.I. Prince Technical High School. Throughout high school, Abdiel studied the plumbing trade with the goal of beginning his career as a plumber apprentice. For his next step, he plans to join United Association Plumber & Pipefitters Local 777.

Abdiel joined Capitol Squash at just 9 years old, and it has been incredible to watch him grow into the kind, hardworking, and dependable young man he is today. He is always willing to help out and support those around him both on and off the court. We are so proud of Abdiel and honored to have been part of his journey!

Last Friday, Capitol Squash student Dariel graduated high school from Great Path Academy! He joined Capitol Squash in 5th grade at just 10 years old. Over the years, we have watched Dariel grow into a respectful, kind young man who always displays strong leadership. In the fall, Dariel will matriculate at Trinity College. We are very excited for him, and also excited that he won’t be too far away!

Capitol Squash was featured in the most recent issue of Trinity College’s alumni magazine, The Trinity Reporter! The article highlights Angel Salgado, the first Capitol Squash student to attend Trinity College, and illustrates the amazing impact this program has on Hartford youth. Check out the full article here: https://www.trincoll.edu/reporter/spring-2026/features/empowering-youth-through-sport/