Sergio Becerra
President
Born in Colombia
A publicist and marketing expert, Sergio Becerra has been an active squash player since he was eight years old. Sergio began his administrative involvement in the sport as a squash director in regional league. Since then he has served as the Secretary General of the Colombia Squash Federation for four years, then as Vice President for four years, and was elected President of the federation in 2019.
Sergio also has served as President for the South American Squash Federation from 2021-2023 and as Vice President of PANAM SQUASH from 2019-2023..
LOLLY GILLEN
Secretary General
Born Canada
With nearly 40 years of dedication to squash as a player, leader and builder, Lolly Gillen has made significant contributions to the sport nationally and internationally. She has capturing 62 hardball doubles titles, served as President of Squash Ontario (2011–2013) and Squash Canada (2013–2018) and has been the Squash Canada International Delegate since 2018.
First elected Secretary General of PANAM SQUASH in 2019, she was re-elected in 2023 and continues to champion the development of squash throughout the Americas. As Chair of the World Squash57 Commission, she advocates for greater accessibility and participation worldwide. In 2023, she founded Canada’s first wheelchair squash program, which she continues to lead. Her contributions have earned her induction into both the Ontario and Canadian Squash Halls of Fame.
Outside of squash, Lolly owns and operates her own real estate brokerage in Toronto.
Esteban Casarino
Vice President
Born Paraguay
Esteban brings extensive leadership, player, and coaching experience, speaking four languages (English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish) with skills in innovation, competence, and commitment. Esteban Casarino was Paraguay’s #1 Player for 22 years (1992 – 2013). He participated in 9 Pan American Championships, 5 Pan American Games (4 as an athlete and 1 as a coach), 2 South American Games as an athlete, and 2 Bolivarian Games. Throughout his career, he defeated a #1 National player from every country in Pan America except Canada and played on tour in more than 25 countries worldwide.
Esteban previously served on the South American Squash Confederation, as President Squash Paraguay and as PANAM SQUASH’s Vice-President South America from 2019-2023.
RENATO PAIVA
Vice President - North America
Born United States
Renato Paiva, an American citizen born in Brazil, excels as both a junior player and squash coach. He currently leads Access Youth Academy, an organization focused on youth development through sports and education. Renato, recognized for his commitment and leadership, has received awards for his work, including the 2011 Coach of the Year Award in Washington DC.
His dedication to inspiring and supporting the next generation of squash players makes him a prominent figure in both sports and youth development.
KAREN ANDERSON
VICE PRESIDENT - CARIBBEAN
Born Jamaica
Karen Anderson is the President of Jamaica Squash and, with an outstanding record of achievements both as an athlete and sports administrator.
A 13-time Jamaican National Squash Champion and the 2007 Caribbean Women’s Squash Champion, she proudly represented Jamaica at the Central American and Caribbean Games, Pan American Games and Commonwealth Games.
A qualified Level 3 coach and Level 3 referee, Karen brings more than 20 years of experience in sports leadership and administration, including serving as General Manager of Netball Jamaica and Second Vice President of the Jamaica Rifle Association.
Her exceptional contributions to sport earned her a nomination for the prestigious RJR Sports Foundation Sportswoman of the Year Award in 2008. In 2025, she was elected to the Board of Directors of the Jamaica Olympic Association, further recognizing her leadership and influence within the Caribbean sporting community.
CRISTINA ECHEVERRIA
Vice President - Central America
Born El Salvador
Cristina Echeverría is an experienced squash administrator and sports mental coach with over 25 years of involvement in the sport. She currently serves as General Secretary of the Salvadoran Squash Federation and has represented El Salvador as a national team player, officiated at Pan American Championships, and helped organize major squash championships.
Professionally, she has held positions at the German Embassy in San Salvador, served as General Coordinator of the German School in San Salvador, and worked in product management and new product development at Bayer Central America and the Caribbean. Her background combines international administration, organizational leadership, and extensive experience in squash development.
JUAN PABLO GARCIA
Vice President - South America
Born in Argentina
Juan Pablo Garcia has made significant contributions to squash as both an accomplished player and sports administrator. His competitive achievements include runner-up at the 1987 South American U19 Championships, U23 South American Champion in 1992, and a team silver medal at the 1995 Pan American Games in Mar del Plata.
A respected leader and event organizer, he directed the 2013 and 2017 Pan American Championships and the 2022 Pan American U19 Championships in Buenos Aires. He also organized the 2015 Pan American U19 Championships in Chaco, the 2018 and 2023 South American Championships, and several PSA professional tournaments.
Most notably, he collaborated with the World Squash Federation in organizing squash’s participation at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires, a significant milestone in the sport’s Olympic development.
