A Heritage of "True Sportsmanship"
Milton Academy fields one of the most competitive interscholastic squash programs in the country, training and competing on seven international courts equipped with ClubLocker scoring and PlaySight livestreaming — technology that lets players review match film, break down tactics, and send highlights directly to college coaches.
The program traces its competitive standard back to legendary coach Frank Millett and has built one of the toughest schedules in high school squash, with a season that runs through the New England Squash Championships and an annual trip to Philadelphia for High School Nationals. A roster that regularly includes players from outside the U.S. adds a level of tactical variety that's difficult to replicate — every match on the ladder sharpens against a different style of play.
That combination of schedule, facilities, and competition has made Milton a consistent pipeline to college squash, with alumni regularly continuing their careers in the Ivy League and at other top programs. For a player serious about the sport, this is where that next step gets built.
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Program Philosophy: The Milton Wall
Squash is often described as an individual sport, but Milton has built its program around the opposite idea — that players who compete alone on the court win together off it. The team's culture is built on mentorship: a senior captain talking a younger teammate through a fifth-game tiebreaker, or the wall of noise from teammates known as the "Milton Wall" during a home match. That support system is as much a part of the program's competitive identity as anything that happens on court.
The roster's international and cross-cultural makeup adds another layer to that culture — players from different backgrounds and playing traditions finding common ground through the game, and building friendships that extend well beyond the season.
Sportsmanship is the program's defining standard. Milton plays to win, but expects its athletes to earn the respect of their opponents and stay composed under pressure — a commitment to character that has earned the program multiple sportsmanship awards over the years. That standard runs through every level of the program, from Middle School players just learning the game to seniors preparing for college competition.
The Pipeline:
Your Game, Your Level
Opportunities: 1st Team, 2nd Team, 3rd Team
Squash at Milton is built to accommodate every player, regardless of starting point. The program runs on a true meritocracy — challenge matches throughout the winter keep the ladder alive, meaning a player who wins their match moves up, full stop. That structure makes the sub-varsity program the heartbeat of player development, offering a high-energy environment for athletes sharpening tactical fundamentals or simply playing for fitness and fun.
Mentorship runs through every level of the ladder, with experienced players working directly with newcomers to make sure every athlete has a path to improvement. Whether the goal is a national ranking or picking up a racquet for the first time, Milton's program is built to meet players where they are.
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Coaching Staff
Morgan Poor
Head Coach
For Head Coach Morgan Poor, squash is more than just a sport—it is a lifelong pursuit and a family tradition. Introduced to the game at a young age by his father, Morgan developed his competitive edge at Deerfield Academy and Denison University, establishing a deep understanding of the intensity and discipline required to succeed in the high-stakes world of New England squash.
Morgan brings a wealth of specialized expertise to the Milton courts, having spent years running major junior tournaments across the region and leading elite clinics at the University Club of Boston. His coaching philosophy is heavily influenced by his time at SquashBusters, where he mentored under-served youth by integrating high-level squash instruction with academic tutoring and college-readiness goals. This holistic approach ensures that his athletes are not only tactically proficient on the court but are also building the character and resilience necessary for life beyond it.
A true student of the game, Morgan continues to compete at a high level in both singles and doubles. His passion for the sport is matched only by his love for the outdoors; when he isn’t on the court, you can find him skiing, mountain biking, or running. At Milton, Morgan is dedicated to fostering a team culture where "homegrown" talent and elite competitors alike can push their limits, sharpen their mental toughness, and discover the same joy in the game that has fueled his own career.
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Honors & Awards
The Milton Boys Squash program is defined by a legacy of excellence that spans decades. Beyond our individual successes, our program takes immense pride in its collective achievements, consistently competing at the highest levels of interscholastic play.
Program Milestones
2025–2026 NEPSAC Class C Champions
Interscholastic Championship Titles: 1974, 1975, 1984
Undefeated Seasons: 1978, 1983, 1984, 1991, 2002
Multiple ISL Team Sportsmanship Award recipient, including honors throughout the 2010s and 2020s
2025 High School Nationals and New England Championship qualifier
Individual Accolades & Historical Success
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The Lifelong Game: Our Alumni Network
The Milton Squash experience does not end when a student walks across the stage at graduation. We pride ourselves on being a premier pipeline for collegiate squash, fostering a deep-rooted passion for the game that our graduates carry into the world’s most prestigious programs. The "Milton Wall" extends far beyond our campus, as our alumni consistently transition from the ISL to lead teams in the Ivy League and beyond, often serving as captains and even competing on the professional circuit.
The enduring bond of our community is best seen every March, when dozens of former players return to campus for the Frank Millett Graduates Invitational. Whether they are trading tactical advice with current varsity players or swapping memories of legendary matches, our alumni remain an integral part of the program's soul. They are the living legacy of our "Dare to be True" ethos, proving that the resilience and sportsmanship learned within these four walls translate into lifelong success and connection.
Below is a non-exhaustive list of Miltonians who have continued their squash careers at the collegiate and professional levels:
College Pipeline:
Robert C.B. Cortes ’14, Princeton University
Charles Thomas Blasberg ’14, Brown University
Carson Christian Febiger Spahr ’15, Dartmouth College
Samuel Levi Hitt ’16, Brown University
William Thomas Pincince ’17, Trinity College
Christian Calvin Loop ’18, Bowdoin College
Quinton Crawford ’19, Franklin & Marshall College
Yaseen Elsebaie ’20, Colby College
Andrew Willwerth ’20, Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Youssef Ezzo ’21, Tufts University
Jack Lecomte Burton ’22, Harvard University
Will Bourell ’23, Bates College
Adam Ibrahim ’24, Columbia University
Stay Connected
Are you a Milton Squash alum playing in college or competing professionally? We want to hear from you! Please reach out to Head Coach Morgan Poor to share your latest news or to receive details regarding the next Frank Millett Graduates Invitational. Once a part of the Milton Squash family, always a part of the ladder.
The History of Milton Squash
The story of Milton Boys Squash is inseparable from the people who built it. From its beginnings in a converted baseball practice cage to its current status as a national powerhouse, the program has been anchored by sportsmanship, intellectual rigor, and an unwavering commitment to what alumni simply call "the Milton way."
The Founding Era: Frank Millett
In 1964, Milton Academy received its first three squash courts, gifted in memory of Ralph B. Williams III '51 and Albert C. Williams '60. Under founding coach Francis D. "Frank" Millett, the boys' program began interscholastic competition in the 1965–66 season. A beloved Latin teacher who lived on campus from 1942 until his passing in 2017 at age 100, Millett became the heartbeat of the program.
Known for handwritten calligraphy notes to players and his mantra to "win like gentlemen," Millett led the program to an enviable winning percentage and five undefeated seasons. His influence was so profound that the Academy named Millet House in his honor in 2004. Today, his legacy lives on through the Frank Millet Scholarship and the annual "FDM" Graduates Invitational, where alumni return to campus every March to honor the man who taught them that character counts more than the scoreboard.
Carrying the Standard:
Leadership on and off the Court
The program's coaching history reads like a "Who's Who" of American squash. Philip Perry '53 served the longest coaching tenure in Milton's first-team history, retiring in 1995 after decades of dedication. He was followed by Richard "Scotty" Stewart '49, a three-time national amateur singles champion whose calm, steady instruction guided the 1st Team to a 58–8 record during his tenure.
Stewart's impact ran deep enough that the Scotty Stewart Award for Most Improved Player was established in 2006, recognizing athletes who reach their full potential through resilience and humor — the same qualities Stewart modeled every day. This coaching lineage carried Milton through the sport's transition from North American hardball to international softball without losing its edge, producing a stellar winning percentage and dozens of college captains at the Ivy League level.
The Modern Facility: Built by the Community
What began as three courts in the Wigglesworth Cage has evolved into a premier seven-court international facility — almost entirely through the generosity of former players. Expansions in 1984, 1995, and 2000 brought the venue to its current seven courts, the standard for interscholastic competition.
The Williams Squash Courts are more than a place to play. Plaques lining the walls list FDM winners and the names of those who built this legacy — a daily reminder to every student-athlete that they're playing for something larger than a single match. They're part of a tradition of excellence, empathy, and lifelong connection built by the generations who came before them.
