Passing of Gary Hogg

The BC squash community while in Toronto for the Nationals received the sad news of the passing of Gary Hogg on May 4th, the opening day of the tournament.

Gary only took up the game in his mid-thirties and was an active participant in many tournaments and was known by many as an ageless wonder who could still run and not just shoot as a masters squash player. He was always striving to improve his games and even as late of 15 months ago was playing almost every day.

He went to the nationals for the last 15 years and finally in 2003 in Edmonton won his national title just after turning 65.

He unfortunately was not able to defend his title in Vancouver last year because of his battle with cancer.

Gary was always of good cheer, ageless in his attitude, and great loyal friend. He will be sorely missed by his many squash buddies and especially me, his Friday 6 am drill partner for the last fifteen years.

Garett Hennigan