Inferno Complete Remarkable Playoff Run with Championship Shootout Victory

The DC Inferno are the 2026 National Squash League Women’s Champions after defeating the New York Queens 3-2 in an overtime shootout following a thrilling 2-2 draw at MSquash in South Norwalk, Connecticut.

The championship match brought together two of the league’s premier teams and delivered one of the most memorable finals in NSL history. Fresh off a dramatic semifinal shootout victory over the SoNo Sharks, the Inferno once again found themselves in a winner-take-all situation with the championship on the line.

The Queens entered the final after defeating the Seattle Freeze in the semifinals and were led by their formidable trio of Fayrouz Aboelkheir, Nardine Garas, and Nour Heikal. New York showcased the depth and consistency that carried them throughout the season, matching the Inferno point for point across three tightly contested periods.

DC countered with Amanda Sobhy, Jasmine Hutton, and Noa Romero, whose balanced performances kept the Inferno within striking distance throughout regulation. Neither team was able to gain a decisive advantage, resulting in a 2-2 deadlock and setting the stage for an overtime shootout to decide the championship.

With the crowd on its feet inside MSquash, the two teams battled through one final showdown. The tension was palpable as every rally carried championship implications, and the Inferno once again demonstrated their composure under pressure.

DC ultimately emerged victorious in the shootout, securing a 3-2 victory and completing an unforgettable postseason run. After surviving overtime battles in both the semifinals and finals, the Inferno proved their resilience when it mattered most and earned the title of 2026 NSL Women’s Champions.

For the Queens, the defeat marked a heartbreaking end to an outstanding season, while for the Inferno, it was the culmination of a championship journey defined by grit, determination, and clutch performances on the league’s biggest stage. Who do you think will win the NSL Championship in 2027? It would be tough to bet against either of these incredible teams.