Celia Pashley
Squash Head of Program
Celia Pashley joined Westminster in 2022 as the Head of Program for Squash and a Middle School permanent substitute. Originally from Reunion Island, a French territory in the Indian Ocean, Celia played squash at both the collegiate and professional levels in France. She is currently a professional doubles squash player, ranked 7th in the world since 2019, and is a former member of the French National Squash Team, achieving a highest individual world ranking of 61.
After moving to the U.S., Celia served as an assistant coach for the U.S. Junior National Squash Team and most recently led squash at Sacred Heart Greenwich in Connecticut as Athletics Operations and Communications Manager and Head of Program. Since joining Westminster, she has guided the Cats to multiple national titles.
Experience & Honors
Art and Language University, B.A. in English and American Literature and Civilization (Aix-en-Provence, France)
Sports and Science University, M.A. in Sports Management (Marseille, France)
William A. Parker, Sr. Exceptional Service Award, Westminster (2024)
14+ years coaching squash
Runner-up at the World University Championships with French National Team
Active Professional Doubles Squash Player (Ranked 7th in the World, 2019–present)
Assistant Coach, U.S. Junior National Squash Team (2016–2017)
3× French College National Champion (Individual and Team)
Former Professional Individual Squash Player (Highest Ranking: 61st, 2003–2013)
French National Squash Team Member (2000–2013)
