Julie Hawkes

Julie Hawkes (née Lamb; born 1948 in New Zealand) is a former professional squash player who represented Hong Kong for the majority of her career.

Early life and education Hawkes completed her secondary education at Matamata College in 1966, where she excelled in tennis and netball and served as head girl. She discovered squash while pursuing a degree in physical education at the University of Otago, later completing her teachers' training at Auckland Teachers' College. In 1975, she competed with the New Zealand Women's Team in South Africa. In recognition of her achievements, she received the "Outstanding Athlete" award from Hong Kong Squash on the 40th anniversary of its founding.

Coaching and recognition After retiring from playing, Hawkes transitioned to coaching, notably coaching squash champion Leilani Rorani. Her coaching efforts were acknowledged in 2003 when she received a New Zealand "Prime Minister’s Coach Professional Development Scholarship." In 2007, she was honored as New Zealand's Squash Coach of the Year. She also served as a World Squash Foundation (WSF) Referee.

Personal life The Hawkes family resided in Hong Kong for twenty-three years. Jaclyn Hawkes won a medal in Women's Doubles Squash at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Awards International Championships (representing Hong Kong) Second place, Champion, East Asian Women’s Squash Championship Champion, Women's Over 35, World Master Squash Championships (1985). Champion, Women's Over 35, World Masters Squash Championships (1987, Auckland, New Zealand). Second place, Champion, Women's Over 40, World Master Squash Championships (1989). Squash Ladies' Cup Champion, Hong Kong Football Club (1984-1985, 1987-1990)