The College Squash Association (CSA) is thrilled to announce the hiring of Lovey Roundtree as its new Director of Expansion—a pivotal role at a time of tremendous opportunity for the sport. As interest in squash continues to grow across the country, the CSA is prioritizing efforts to broaden access and increase the number of varsity and club teams. Lovey’s work will be central to this mission.
The creation of this role reflects the CSA’s long-term commitment to strengthening the foundation and future of college squash. As a central force in the development of squash in the U.S. and abroad, the CSA recognizes that growing the sport at the collegiate level is essential to its broader success. Expanding access to college squash not only creates more opportunities for student-athletes, but also helps fuel the sport’s visibility, inclusivity, and long-term viability.
In this role, Lovey will work closely with CSA Commissioner Harry Smith and the CSA Board of Managers to lead the organization’s nationwide expansion initiatives. Her charge is ambitious but essential: to identify and engage new colleges and universities, deepen relationships with campus leaders, and provide the tools and guidance needed to launch and sustain programs. Through this work, she will help schools establish new teams, strengthen existing ones, and develop regional resources that make participation more accessible, sustainable, and impactful.
“Expansion is one of our top strategic priorities, and we couldn’t be more excited to have Lovey leading the charge,” said CSA Commissioner Harry Smith. “She brings a great mix of energy, perspective, and genuine passion for the sport. I’m really looking forward to partnering with her as we work to expand the footprint of and build the future of college squash.”
Lovey brings a unique blend of athletic experience, educational leadership, and squash community involvement to the position. She joins the CSA after six successful years at Phillips Exeter Academy, where she served as the Director of Tennis and Squash for the last three years. She currently serves on the Massachusetts Squash Board, is a board member of the Andover Squash Club, and most recently, she joined the Leadership Council at SquashBusters Lawrence, which features the newly completed New Balance 8-court facility.
A lifelong athlete, Lovey discovered her love for squash later in life, which gives her a deep appreciation for the sport’s accessibility, community, and growth potential. At Bowdoin College, she was a varsity track athlete and club rugby player, playing a pivotal role in helping the women’s rugby team gain varsity status and NCAA emerging sport recognition. Her passion for collegiate athletics led her to earn a master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she focused on the administration of colleges and universities. In her role as Director of Expansion, Lovey brings together her love of sports, her professional background in education, and her belief in the transformative power of college athletics.
“The CSA was lucky to have applications from some of the most incredible people in our game,” said CSA Board Chairman Will Carlin. “But Lovey not only checked the boxes we knew about but also checked ones that we hadn’t even considered. I can’t wait to see what she does in the role. It’s going to be great!”
