The National Squash League is thrilled to announce the District Inferno as the second women’s expansion team for the 2025 season. The team owner is Willie Gaynor and minority partner is Dexter Walker; longtime friends and squash enthusiasts. Inferno ownership boasts plenty of experience in the professional squash world already, as the Gaynor family has hosted the PSA Silver level Gaynor Cup in Cincinnati for the past several years. Walker and Gaynor will no doubt be drawing on this first hand experience to craft a solid draft strategy going into the season. On top of a myriad of other successes, Willie Gaynor also sponsors the Mid-Atlantic Squash Conference Women’s Championships, highlighting some of the best of women’s collegiate squash. The NSL is excited to welcome both Willie and Dexter to the league and look forward to seeing them in action this year. 

The Inferno will bring the heat this season at Squash on Fire, a world-class facility in downtown DC, home to the Squash on Fire Open and the Georgetown Varsity Women’s Program. The facility boasts two show courts, one of them being the renowned all-glass that has hosted the very best players in the world on many occasions, the most prominent of which being the 2019 Men’s World Team Championships.  

Hometown hero Ineta Mackevica plays Diana Garcia in the Squash on Fire Open

DC Inferno fans can follow the team Instagram @dc_inferno_sqaush or on X @dc_Inferno_sq.  Stay tuned for future updates, merchandise and ticket sales!

Official Statement from team owners: 

Willie Gaynor (left) and Dexter Walker (right) Owners of the District Inferno

“We’re all sorts of fired up to grow the women’s game and showcase some of the finest squash in one of the best facilities in the country.  DC has a vibrant squash community and we’re seeing growth at all levels, so it’s a huge opportunity to bring in a professional women’s team and share the unique and exciting format the NSL brings to an already dynamic game.  We look forward to putting out an amazing product and creating an immersive experience to inspire players of all ages to watch the greatest show on hardwood and to pick up a racquet!”