Sam Murray

Samuel Murray is one of Canada’s most successful racquetball athletes, with a career full of international and national accolades. His most significant achievement came at the 2024 IRF World Championships, where he won gold in Men’s Doubles alongside longtime partner Coby Iwaasa, marking a major milestone for Team Canada. That same year, Murray captured silver medals in Mixed Doubles (with Frédérique Lambert) and in the Men’s Team Competition. His success at the World Championships stretches back nearly a decade, including a silver in Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles at the 2022 World Championships, a bronze in Men’s Doubles in 2018, and a bronze in Men’s Singles in 2016—a testament to his consistency on the world stage. At the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, Murray once again rose to the occasion, earning two silver medals—one in Men’s Doubles with Iwaasa and another in the Men’s Team Event. These medals added to his already impressive resume. Murray has also been a regular podium finisher at the Pan American Championships, where he’s showcased his versatility in both singles and doubles play. In 2025, he captured a bronze in Men’s Singles. His 2024 campaign was particularly strong, earning silver in both Men’s Singles and Doubles, and a bronze in the Team Event. In 2022, Murray and Iwaasa claimed gold in Men’s Doubles, while previous years saw additional medals, including silver in 2019 and bronze in 2018, solidifying his reputation as one of the most consistent performers in the Pan Am region. Professionally, Murray has made a lasting impact on the International Racquetball Tour (IRT). He became the second Canadian ever to win a Tier 1 or Grand Slam event when he captured the title at the 2021 Suivant Consulting Pro-Am, and has finished as high as #3 in the world rankings. Known for his powerful, tactical game and composed demeanor under pressure, “Big Canada” (as he’s nicknamed on tour) has built a reputation as a player to watch, with more than a decade of top-level IRT experience under his belt. Nationally, Samuel Murray has been a dominant force at the Canadian Championships, earning a staggering number of titles across both singles and doubles. He is a five-time Men’s Open Singles Champion (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023), reclaiming the title again in 2024. In doubles, he has secured six national titles, including multiple wins with his brother Tommy Murray, and others with partners like Coby Iwaasa, Pedro Castro, and Vincent Gagnon. He has also earned numerous silver and bronze finishes at Nationals since 2013, making him one of the most decorated Canadian racquetball players in history. Samuel Murray’s journey in racquetball, from his early days competing alongside his brother to his rise as a world-class competitor, reflects a deep dedication to the sport and an impressive legacy that continues to grow.