Steve Wren’s squash journey began in New Zealand, where he found early success as the North and South Island Under 17, Under 19, and Under 23 Champion. His first visit to Canada came in 1984 as a member of New Zealand’s National Junior Team for the World Junior Championships. Two years later, he returned and took on the role of Squash Professional at Murray Christison’s famed Carlson Court Club, which later became Curzons Sporting Club.
As a club professional, Steve became a mentor and training partner to future Canadian squash legends Shahier Razik (2022 Inductee), Graham Ryding (2014 Inductee), and Jonathan Power (2010 Inductee). His club hosted Canada’s biggest professional tournaments of the time, including the Mennen Cup and Canadian Open. In 1994, his contributions to the sport earned him the Racquets Professional of the Year Award from the International Health Racquet & Sportsclub Association.
Steve’s impact on Canadian squash extended beyond the court. Elected to the Squash Canada Board in 2014, he became interim Executive Director in 2015 and later served as President from 2018 to 2021. Under his leadership, he fostered stronger collaboration between Provincial and Territorial Associations, secured the all-glass Power Court to showcase Canada’s marquee events, and guided Squash Canada through the challenges of the pandemic.
As a competitor, Steve made his mark with a world ranking of #86, a Canadian ranking of #7, and the title of Ontario’s #1 player in 1988/89. He won the 1988 Ontario Closed Championship and reached the final five more times. On the Masters circuit, he has continued to shine, capturing 17 titles across Canada, the U.S., New Zealand, Britain, and Switzerland. His standout season came in 2015 – 2016, when he swept the Canadian, British, and U.S. Men’s 50 titles.
Today, Steve remains a driving force in the squash community. He played a key role in launching the Trans-Atlantic Masters Team Squash Series—an annual showdown between Canada, the U.S., England, and Ireland—and serves on both provincial and national master’s committees. Steve lives in Montreal with his wife Hélène and three children Calvin, Chloe and Dominic, all accomplished squash players.
Steve Wren’s squash journey began in New Zealand, where he found early success as the North and South Island Under 17, Under 19, and Under 23 Champion. His first visit to Canada came in 1984 as a member of New Zealand’s National Junior Team for the World Junior Championships. Two years later, he returned and took on the role of Squash Professional at Murray Christison’s famed Carlson Court Club, which later became Curzons Sporting Club.
