Sarah-Jane Perry
Sarah-Jane Perry is a retired English squash player who represented England and Great Britain. Born on May 15, 1990, in Birmingham, she reached a career-high world ranking of No. 5 in July 2020 and won 11 professional titles. She retired in 2025 and has been awarded an OBE for her services to squash.
Early life and education
Perry went to Kenilworth School in Warwickshire and then studied at Warwick University, where she earned a BEng (Hons) in 2011.
Junior career
As a junior, she won the European Under-19 Individual Championship and the British Under-19 Championship in 2009. She also claimed the British Under-23 title in 2012 and 2013.
Professional career highlights
Perry turned professional in 2011 and soon broke into the top ranks. She competed at the 2013 World Games in Cali, reaching the quarterfinals. Her career peak came with a world ranking of No. 5 in 2020. She collected 11 titles on the PSA Tour and had notable performances in major team events.
World and Commonwealth achievements
- World Team Championships: Gold with England in 2014; silver in 2016 and 2018; bronze in 2022.
- Commonwealth Games: Silver in women's singles at the 2018 Gold Coast Games; bronze in singles and silver in doubles at the 2022 Birmingham Games (the latter with partner Alison Waters).
- British National Championships: titles in 2015, 2020 and 2021.
- Other notable results include winning the 2020 CIB Black Ball Squash Open.
European and other team success
Perry’s contributions helped England win many European Team Championships across several years, including gold medals in 2013 (Amsterdam), 2014 (Riccione), 2015 (Herning), 2016 (Warsaw), 2017 (Helsinki), 2018 (Wrocław), and 2022 (Eindhoven). She also earned medals in 2019 (silver) and 2024 (silver), and contributed to the 2025 team gold in Wrocław.
Racket, style, and personal details
She is right-handed and used a Dunlop racquet. Perry stands about 6 feet tall. She was educated at Warwick University and was honored with an OBE for her achievements in squash.
Quick facts
- Full name: Sarah-Jane Catherine Perry
- Born: 15 May 1990, Birmingham, England
- Turned pro: 2011
- Highest ranking: No. 5 (July 2020)
- Titles: 11
- Retired: 2025
- Major honors: OBE
- Commonwealth Games medals: Silver (2018), Bronze and Silver (2022, in singles and doubles)
- World Team Championships: Gold (2014), Silver (2016, 2018), Bronze (2022)
- European Team Championships: Multiple golds with England, plus silvers in 2019 and 2024, and 2025 gold with England
Sarah-Jane Perry’s career shows consistent success at both individual and team levels, making her one of England’s prominent squash players of her generation.
This page was last edited on 1 February 2026, at 21:01 (CET).