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2002 Winner: John Musto
A former winner of the Bigelow cup for outstanding performance
in competition, he returned to the New York squash scene,
following a 4 year break from tournament play. Taking the
number one slot for the Yale team in the MSRA leagues he proved
to be an inspiration to the team with an unbeaten record in
his 11 league matches. He led the Yale team to the finals
of the MSRA Men's A league in a season considered by many
to one of the toughest in New York in recent years. By the
time our winner walked onto court in the finals against Danny
Ezra, the Yale team had already lost, however, he gave the
match his all, playing wholeheartedly despite growing fatigue.
Having learnt to play at the Yale facility as a youngster
and later leading Yale to the 1990 Intercollegiate title,
John returned to his roots for this year's S.L. Green event.
He has moved into the top 10 in the US rankings and his great
sportsmanship was evident in his quarterfinal performance
against Damien Walker, providing a memorable match for all
onlookers. Regardless of the outcome of his matches, he has
a great attitude both on and off court, showing great skill
and fairness in his play. He has demonstrated great athleticism
and competitiveness in his comeback year, yet remained ever
the gentleman.
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