Cullen Little ’15: Growing the Game of Squash in Los Angeles

Cullen is involved with Access Youth Academy, a nonprofit organization that introduces squash and educational opportunities to urban youth. The organization’s San Diego branch serves approximately 500 students, and the rapidly-growing Los Angeles branch serves approximately 100 students. There are not currently large-scale squash facilities in Los Angeles, but the program finds creative ways to thrive, using outdoor handball courts to introduce students to the sport.

Cullen’s work with Access Youth Academy centers on two major goals: expanding urban youth squash programming and helping build permanent facilities in Los Angeles to support the sport’s growth. These facilities would provide a long-term home for Access Youth Academy and position Los Angeles to host squash during the 2028 Olympic Games, when the sport will make its Olympic debut.

The organization hosted the first Access Cup squash tournament last fall, and Cullen captained the winning team. In addition to the on-court success, the inaugural tournament raised more than $150,000 to support Access Youth Academy and its future initiatives. Cullen continues to play an active role in fundraising efforts while also valuing opportunities to get on the court with students and engage directly with the program.

In addition to his work with Access Youth Academy, Cullen remains a fierce competitor on the court. He recently captured both the singles and doubles titles at the SoCal State Squash Championships.

If Calvert alums find themselves in Los Angeles or San Diego and would like an exclusive tour of Access Youth’s facilities or programs, feel free to reach out to Cullen or Renato Paiva, CEO of Access Youth Academy.

Cullen Little, Calvert Class of 2015
(443) 842-1513
clittle@forgeorigination.com

(949)-463-3441