Ethan Bulkan, Emily Fung-A-Fat and Louis DaSilva standout at Junior Squash Nationals

The future of Guyanese squash looks increasingly formidable following a week of high-octane drama at the 2026 National Junior Squash Championships held over the past week at the National Racquet Centre.

Supported by Moo (Acado Guyana Ltd), the tournament served as a vital litmus test ahead of the Caribbean Junior Championships in the British Virgin Islands in July.

With a draw featuring 52 players—including a significant contingent from Queen’s College—the depth of the local game has never looked healthier.

FULL RESULTS: https://www.sportyhq.com/tournament/view/Moo-Junior-National-Squash-Championships-2026

The week was defined by a bittersweet farewell to Louis DaSilva, as the ‘Junior Legend’  brought the curtain down on an extraordinary junior career with the Heart of a Champion award and a dominant display in the U19 category.

DaSilva, the current CASA U19 champion, showed exactly why he is considered the benchmark, overcoming the rising Ethan Bulkan in a clinical 3-0 performance.

While DaSilva ages out of the junior circuit, his legacy remains intact. He exits with a haul of titles, including the Boys’ Doubles alongside brother Brenno and the Mixed Doubles with Kaylee Lowe.

If DaSilva represents the present, the Bulkan brothers represent a thrilling future. The rivalry between Ethan and Egan provided the week’s most compelling storyline. Ethan Bulkan proved to be the man for the big occasion, securing a remarkable double by taking both the U17 and U15 titles.

In the U17 final, Ethan was clinical in a 3-0 victory over his brother. Egan, however, refused to go quietly, pushing Ethan to four sets in the U15 showdown.

While Ethan emerged with the silverware, Egan’s tenacity earned him the “Most Improved Boy” honours, setting the stage for a potential rematch at Jr. CASA.

On the girls’ side, Zoey McDonald emerged as a rising powerhouse as McDonald claimed both the U13 and U15 titles after a series of gruelling encounters with Tehani Munroe, including a five-set thriller that showcased her mental fortitude. Her ascent was recognised with the ‘Most Improved Girl’ award.

Meanwhile, Emily Fung-A-Fat mirrored Ethan Bulkan’s success by securing a double of her own, winning both the U17 and U19 titles.

Her victory over Kaylee Lowe in the U19 final was a tactical masterclass, with scores of 11-5, 11-7, 11-7.

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