Hong Kong players told to show ‘quiet arrogance’ for November Squash Open
Former England coach Robertson wants his players to be less reserved as they take part in the annual tournament
Hong Kong’s new squash coach wants his players to show “quiet arrogance” after the draw for the Cathay Pacific Sun Hung Kai Financial Hong Kong Open was made on Wednesday.
Former men’s world number two Chris Robertson has taken the reins in his new role for just two months, but has already mapped out the blueprints to help get Hong Kong squash back on track in time for the Open, which starts on November 12 at various venues.
Robertson, 51, brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience, having spent almost seven years as England coach. The Australian was also head of player development there before taking up the Hong Kong job.
“Quiet arrogance. That’s what I like to see. Hong Kong players are quite quiet, reserved in some regards, but it doesn’t mean you can’t be arrogant beneath,” said Robertson at Wednesday’s draw.
“I’ve got a long term plan in terms of how I’d like the players to play; how to improve the areas which I think show up a bit against international class players,” said the 1992 British Open runner up.
