Annual Returns for counties and leagues
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Wensum and Draycott are impressive JBL champions
Wensum and Draycott proved worthy Premier Division winners of the respective girls’ and boys’ competitions as the Junior British League came to a conclusion at Derby Arena this weekend.
Clacton & Dist: Gale blows opposition aside
Jason Gale triumphed with a tip-top performance in the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Singles Tournament held at the Coastal Academy Sports Hall on Sunday.
Centenary Stories: Through the eyes of Kelly Sibley
This week’s Centenary Story focuses on the moment that Kelly Sibley & Danny Reed won the mixed doubles bronze medal at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, through the eyes of Sibley, who hit the winning shot.
Updated TT Fit app gives coaches even more resources
The updated TT Fit App now has even more coaching resources to aid table tennis coaches than ever before!
Pitchford to enter the WTT Star Contender event in Doha
Liam Pitchford believes competing in the WTT Star Contender event in Doha is the best move for his career as he seeks to break into the world top 10 - even though it could mean he has to miss the Mark Bates Ltd Senior Nationals.
Popular Ping Pong Parlour opens its doors again to the public
The Ping Pong Parlour at the Grafton Centre, Cambridge has reopened after a break due to Covid and is welcoming people back through the doors to once again experience the joy of free table tennis!
MK League: Kings and Spinners in topsy turvey thriller
PREMIER DIVISION With MK Spinners’ Alan Cherry and Greenleys Kings’ Guy Sparrow on long unbeaten runs, most eyes were focused beforehand on the prospect of... Continue reading
Unsung heroes recognised at local level
Local Pride of Table Tennis Awards presentations are being made by clubs and leagues up and down the country for their volunteers and young volunteers for their incredible efforts over the last 12 months.
How clubs can get involved in International Women’s Day
Find out how clubs can get involved with International Women's Day's theme of #BreakingTheBias and help elevate Women and Girls in table tennis.
Have your say on the future for volunteering in sport and physical activity
With 10 million volunteers active in sport and physical activity Sport England are looking for volunteers to have their say in a short survey.
Only one week to go until the launch of our new website
The fantastic new Table Tennis England website is only a week away! On Tuesday February 15th, we ‘push the button’ to go live.
Club wins prestigious award for its Bat & Chat initiative
Chesyln Hay Table Tennis club were recently awarded the Volunteering Support for the Over 65’s Award from South Staffordshire for their Bat & Chat Initiative.
Junior British League comes to a conclusion this weekend
Draycott and Wensum are in the box-seat to secure the respective boys and girls’ Premier Division honours when the Junior British League comes to a conclusion at the weekend.
Obituary: Dennis Worrell, coach and ESTTA stalwart
Dennis Worrell, a stalwart of the former English Schools’ Table Tennis Association (ESTTA) and of the sport in Lincolnshire, has died.
This month we’re supporting LGBT+ History Month 2022
We believe in creating a truly inclusive sport, and becoming an ally of the LGBT+ community and that's why we're supporting the 50th anniversary of the very first Pride March in the UK in 1972.
Centenary Stories: Memories of Maurice Goldstein
This wonderful photo shows two of the most eminent characters in the history of English table tennis in action on the table.
Schools target a place at National Finals
Hundreds of young players have their sights set on the Butterfly National School Team Championship Finals as they compete at the Regional Finals this weekend.
Sign up now for our landmark Centenary Webinars
This week we launch our series of Centenary Webinars – your chance to join up to five virtual sessions exploring areas that are central to the future success of the sport.
Our brand new website is just two weeks away!
The countdown has started and we are just two weeks away from launching the all-new Table Tennis England website!
MK League: Monarchs cut lead at the top
PREMIER DIVISION After back to back defeats Greenleys Monarchs returned to winning ways this week with a 9-1 demolition of MK Pumas, who had started... Continue reading
Wolverhampton Grand Prix cancelled
Table Tennis England regrets to announce the cancellation of the Wolverhampton Grand Prix, originally scheduled for the weekend of March 12-13 at WV Active, Aldersley.
Dalgleish comeback win sends North Ayrshire top
North Ayrshire moved to the top of the Senior British League, Premier Division, with a hard-fought 4-3 victory at BATTS.
Clacton & Dist: Lowly Lynx show fight
It’s never a happy situation to be at the bottom but Nomads Lynx, who are propping up Division Three of the Clacton & District League, continue to fight hard in their quest for a first win of the season.
Braintree League: Close tie features a host of surprises
A 5-4 win for Liberal A over Netts B in the Braintree Table Tennis League is not a result to cause many raised eyebrows – but the score hides a number of intriguing individual scorelines.
Depleted Ayrshire look to move up
North Ayrshire will be looking to leap from fourth to top of the Senior British League, Premier Division with victory at BATTS this afternoon.
Birmingham Commonwealth Games only six months away!
Today marks six months to go until the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, where Team England’s stars will be looking to #BringItHome.
Centenary Stories: Is Mike’s marathon a record?
Most of our members will have played a game which seemed to go on forever, with neither player able to get that all-important two-point advantage – but has anyone ever got as far as 38-36?
Leon unleashes table tennis magic
Leon Thomson thinks table tennis is magic – and now he’s proving it by transforming table tennis clubs into theatres to stage his own shows.
Krish Chotai’s pathway success
England youngster Krish Chotai is a brilliant example of how the England pathway enables players to develop and achieve their goals.
MK League: Superb Sparrow starts puttin’ on the style
PREMIER DIVISION Tough going this week for leaders MK Spinners in their match with 4th placed club-mates Sasaki before the title favourites sealed a hard... Continue reading
Peake and Barella are first GB Coach Apprentices
Lois Peake and Graeme Barella are the first coaches to be selected to the GB Coach Apprenticeship Programme.
Obituary: Harold Webb, Ellenborough club President
Harold Webb, the President of Ellenborough Table Tennis Club in Enfield, died on January 14th after a fall. Here, the Ellenborough committee pay tribute to Harold.
Archway beat Ormesby in thrilling SBL tie
Archway Peterborough beat Ormesby 4-3 to remain unbeaten in the SBL Premier Division.
Peake hits the heights as Plymouth claim WBL Premier title
Joola Plymouth leapfrogged Fusion to claim the Premier Division crown as the Women’s British League came to a pulsating conclusion.
Tickets go on general sale for Senior Nationals
Tickets go on general sale today for the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships – don’t miss your chance to book a seat at our flagship tournament.
Clacton & Dist: Treble No 3 for Gowlett
Year in, year out, Kevin Gowlett is one of the most reliable and consistent players in Division One of the Clacton & District League, and this week the ever-present Brotherhood A player guided his team to a second 7-3 success of the season over Nomads Lions.
Braintree League: Brown clinches a cup thriller
It was the tightest of tight endings to a tight match as the Braintree Table Tennis League preliminary round cup match between Black Notley I and Rayne F swayed one way and the other before reaching its nailbiting finish.
No Champions League fairytale for Bolton
Emily Bolton was defeated by the world No 46 as her club Saint Quentinois lost in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Coronavirus update
January 28th update: Following the latest Government announcement, we have published changes to the guidance as it relates to table tennis.
Bolton gets Champions League chance
England's Emily Bolton is in the Saint Quentinois line-up for the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final away to Polish side KTS Tarnobrzeg on Sunday - find out how to watch live.
ELCC entry deadline extended
There are just a few days left for leagues to confirm their FREE entry into the Centenary English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC) - with the closing date having been extended until January 31.
Unbeaten Archway and Ormesby face off in SBL Premier Division
Archway Peterborough travel to Ormesby for the first fixture of 2022 in the Senior British League Premier Division.
Top 10s get Cadet National Cup invitations
The top 10 boys and girls in the Cadet age group have been invited to compete at the first Cadet National Cup to take place since 2019.
Obituary: Melvyn Lovegrove, British League photographer
It is with great sadness that we announce that Melvyn Lovegrove, known to hundreds as a player on the veterans’ circuit and as the WBL and VBL photographer, passed away this week at the age of 70.
Pitchford leads way into Champions League semis
Liam Pitchford led the way as his Russian team UMMC completed a convincing Champions League quarter-final victory.
Centenary Stories: England pioneer Gilbert Belsten
As we celebrate the centenary of the sport’s governing body in the 2021/22 season, we launch a series of Centenary Stories with a focus on Gilbert Belsten, a member of the very first England international team.
Obituary: Paralympic legend Paul Lyall
Paul Lyall, one of the pioneers of para table tennis in Great Britain and a Paralympic gold medallist, has died at the age of 77.
Hundreds have their say in our competition review
Hundreds of individuals have had their say during the consultation phase of our Competition Review, and we are now analysing their input.
An inspirational volunteering journey
Hear from previous Pride of Table Tennis Awards winner Pat Johnson about how volunteering has improved her well-being and how all her hard work has impacted on others.
MK League: Spinners’ bandwagon rolls on
PREMIER DIVISION KINGS SHOCK WARRIORS AS SPINNERS’ BANDWAGON ROLLS ON The top pair clashed this week with any lingering hopes that Greenleys Monarchs may have... Continue reading
Fusion aiming to preserve lead and lift WBL title
It is all to play for as the Women's British League reconvenes this weekend, when the first British League titles since the pandemic will be decided.
Braintree League: League tables take shape
As the Braintree Table Tennis League entered its Christmas/new year break, a definite shape had emerged in all three divisions.
Clacton & Dist: Buzzards’ new year shock
Windsor Buzzards produced an early New Year shock in Division Two of the Clacton & District League when they out-classed Lawford to take an impressive 8-2 victory and move into the second promotion spot in the table.
Walker defeated in semi-finals in Dusseldorf
Top seed Robert Gardos ended Sam Walker's run in the semi-finals of the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf.
Walker to face Gardos in semi final
Sam Walker has beaten Ecuador's Alberto Mino 4-1 to reach the semi final at the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf.
Pitchford in Champions League success
Liam Pitchford helped his UMMC team take control of their Champions League quarter-final against Neu-Ulm of Germany with a 3-0 first-leg victory.
Walker moves smoothly into quarter-finals
Sam Walker is into the quarter-finals of the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf after two victories today over German opponents.
Chance to join our volunteer team for flagship Nationals
Do you want to play a key role at the flagship event of English table tennis? If so, why not volunteer at the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships?
Nominate a Batonbearer for the Commonwealth Games!
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has today launched a search to find 2,022 Batonbearers for the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay in England.
Leagues: It’s time to enter the Centenary ELCC – free of charge!
There is still time for leagues to take advantage of free entry into the Centenary English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC).
Applications sought for Table Tennis England CEO
Table Tennis England has begun the recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive.
Clacton & Dist: Hawks win crucial cup clash
It was the final series of Group matches in the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Cup and, of all of them, Group B proved the closest and hardest-fought, with none of the four teams staying unbeaten but each one picking up at least one win.
Nationals tickets on sale – claim your discount!
Tickets are now on sale for the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships – with a special Early Bird Discount of 20% for our members who buy before January 24th!
Braintree League: Leaders get a favour from club-mates
Netts D did their C team a favour in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League – by beating the only team within shouting distance of the C team in top spot.
Top seeds lead the qualifiers for Nationals
Top seeds Andrew Baggaley and Scarlett Anders lived up to top billing as they won the Mark Bates Ltd Senior Nationals Qualifying Tournament in Nottingham, leading a total of 28 players who sealed their places alongside England's elite for the Nationals 'proper'.
Treble for London Academy at Jack Petchey finals
After a two-year wait, the Jack Petchey London Schools Table Tennis Finals were back - and eight team titles were decided on a thrilling day at the University of East London's Sportsdock.
Knockout line-up complete for Nationals qualifiers!
All the results from today's group stages of the Nationals qualifiers plus tomorrow's knockout draw!
Make the most of your membership in 2022
Here’s a reminder of all of the benefits you receive as a member of Table Tennis England!
How YOU can be part of our Centenary celebrations
Our centenary celebrations are in full swing and there is still time to get your name in our fantastic commemorative book, or enter the ballot to join us at our Centenary Gala Dinner!
Video platform Recast continuing to expand and excel
Read all about the latest developments that the video platform Recast have made in the last year ahead of watching the National Qualifiers live on the platform on Sunday.
National qualifiers to be streamed live on Recast
Table Tennis England will be streaming the action from two tables on Sunday 9th January on the innovative video platform, Recast!
Deadline extended for Pride of Table Tennis Awards
The deadline to submit nominations for the Pride of Table Tennis Awards has been extended until 31st January 2022.
Baggaley in the field for Nationals qualifiers
Andrew Baggaley heads a record entry for the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships Qualifying Tournament at the University of Nottingham this weekend.
Entries up and running for Swansea Open
As part of the ever-developing Swansea University table tennis programme, a yearly international Swansea Open, returning for its second year after a covid break, will take place on February 26-27 at the University’s Sketty Lane Sports Centre, home of the Welsh National Pool.
Braintree League: Liberal move up
A thumping win and an unexpected defeat for their rivals has brought Liberal C firmly into the picture for promotion from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Tokyo success and centenary celebrations
Paralympic medals, the launch of a landmark diversity strategy and the discovery of an amazing 1920s film about table tennis . . . it's all in the second part of our review of 2021.
An Olympic-sized boost as restrictions ease
Tin-Tin Ho became the first British woman to qualify for the Olympics since 1996 and competitions made a comeback as pandemic restrictions eased . . . the first part of our review of 2021.
Our brightest stars of 2021
Find out who has made our list of the top 10 brightest and best performers at home and abroad in 2021.
Daybell chosen to take part in royal carol service
Two-time Paralympian and doctor Kim Daybell, who sacrificed his own ambitions of competing in Tokyo to work full time on the NHS frontline in the battle against the coronavirus pandemic, will feature in a star-studded Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, which will be shown on ITV later this month.
National Championships tickets coming soon!
Tickets for the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships will go on sale early next year – and our members can qualify for an exclusive Early Bird Discount.
How members’ generous donations will help the grassroots
Donations from our members to help fund the grassroots of the sport have now reached an amazing £4,000.
Order our official book celebrating 100 years of English table tennis!
Table Tennis England is publishing a wonderful commemorative book capturing key moments, events, performances and people to mark our 100-year history - and you can place your order now!
Board blogs: Priya Samuel
In the latest in our series of Board Blogs, Table Tennis England Director Priya Samuel talks about our commitment to equalities, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
Butterfly to supply Birmingham 2022 table tennis equipment
Butterfly table tennis equipment, as distributed by Ransome Sporting Goods in the UK, has been selected for the table tennis competition in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
TT Leagues: Application to national competitions
With the new season now well under way, TT Leagues has been put through its paces by being fully implemented across all British League competitions. There is also an extended pilot in the County Championships which is now getting fully under way.
Clacton & Dist: Walton win by a whisker
Teams from the Walton Club provided the match of the week in the second series of Group matches in the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Cup.
Braintree League: Leaders shocked by bottom team
There is no doubt what was the match of the week, indeed of the season, in the Braintree Table Tennis League. Netts A, top of division one, played bottom team Black Notley B – and lost.
TT Kidz returns in the New Year
Table Tennis England's inspiring 8-week programme fro 7-11-year-olds is set to return in February 2022 with bookings now open!
A new partnership to develop sustainable income for clubs
Table Tennis England is delighted to announce a new and exciting partnership with GiveToLocal, the sports fundraising experts.
Centenary Gala Dinner: Member ticket ballot opens
You can now register and apply for tickets to the Table Tennis England Centenary Gala Dinner.
Watch: Level the Table grant scheme webinar
Guidance and frequently asked questions about out Level the Table grant scheme, which is designed to support organisations, communities and our new diversity and inclusion strategy.
Preview of our new, improved website
Here is the first glimpse of the new Table Tennis England website which will be launched in the coming weeks.
Record female entry for Nationals qualifiers!
A record number of female competitors are among more than 70 entries so far to the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships Qualifying Tournament - and there are still a few days left to get your entry in!
County Champs: Notts tie up a repeat triumph
Nottinghamshire retained the title as the County Championships Junior Premier Division took place at Wood Green Table Tennis Centre in Wednesbury last weekend. The counties... Continue reading
MK League: Hero Howard returns in triumph
Pictured is Varsha Tijare at the Women & Girls session held at MKTTC on Sunday 10th Dec. Photo by David Johnson. Premier Division Following an... Continue reading
Obituary: England international David House
Former England junior and senior international David House passed away aged 86 on 30th November in the USA, where he had lived for many years.
Activity levels among children and young people remains unchanged
The number of children and young people in England who are active remains unchanged between September 2020 to July 2021, as shown in the latest Sport England Active Lives Children and Young People report.
Leagues back in action – but still face challenges
More than 95% of local leagues have either already restarted or plan to do so later this season, according to the results of a recent Table Tennis England survey.
Upsets aplenty at successful Cippenham 4 Star
The prestigious Cippenham Junior 4-Star Open, attracting many of the country’s top players, was a huge success and, such was the demand for places, that it was oversubscribed for the events played on Sunday.
Clacton & Dist: Kestrels turn the tables
This week saw the opening matches of the Group stage of the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Cup and in Group B Windsor Kestrels took an immediate opportunity to inflict a revenge defeat on Second Division club-mates Windsor Buzzards.
Braintree League: So near yet so far for Parr
Black Notley A stalwart Chris Parr came within an ace of producing the result of the season in division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Gold for Henry in Costa Rica
Ryan Henry combined with Paul Leonardo Polo Astudillo from Ecuador to take gold in the men’s class 8 team event on the final day of the ITTF Para Copa Costa Rica and fellow Pathway athletes Dan Bullen and Lee York took bronze in the men’s class 1-5 team.
Bullen’s delight at first international gold
Dan Bullen came through the round-robin men’s class 5 singles unbeaten to take gold at the ITTF Para Copa Costa Rica and there were also bronze medals for Rob Davies (men’s class 1-3), Lee York (men’s class 4) and Ryan Henry (men’s class 8).
Walker and Jarvis settle for second in Dusseldorf
Sam Walker and Tom Jarvis are beaten in straight sets by Japan’s Yuta Tanaka and Jo Yokotani in the doubles final of the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf.
Table Tennis England has appointed Adrian Christy as interim Chief Executive
Adrian who was previously CEO at Badminton England starts immediately and will work initially alongside outgoing Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe, who leaves Table Tennis England later this month.
MK League: Nicolas claims debut hat-trick
PREMIER DIVISION As the first cycle (of 3) of this season’s matches comes to an end, the top of the table looks pretty much the... Continue reading
FLASH SALE – give the gift of table tennis this Christmas!
For a limited time only you can grab yourself a bat and ball set for just £9.99 - that's £6 cheaper than Amazon, with free delivery!
Walker and Jarvis into the Final in Dusseldorf
England duo Sam Walker and Tom Jarvis have secured their place in the double's final at the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf, and marks Jarvis' first senior final on the international circuit.
British Para Table Tennis are hiring
British Para Table Tennis are recruiting for a Programme Administrator to help support the delivery of the 2021-2025 BPTT Strategy.
Walker into quarter-finals in Dusseldorf
Sam Walker saved two match points as he got through his first tie at the WTT Feeder event in Dusseldorf in a deciding game - and he subsequently made it into the quarter-finals.
Karen and Gorazd join ITTF Para Committee
Two key figures at British Para Table Tennis have been appointed to the International Table Tennis Federation's Para Committee.
How you can support the Rainbow Laces campaign
8th December is Rainbow laces day, it is a powerful platform to help support people and challenge cultures and policies that exclude the LGBTQ+ community. Take a look to see what you can do.
Watch: Amazing rediscovered film of table tennis pioneers
Amazing footage of some of the early greats of table tennis can today be broadcast publicly for the first time in more than 90 years.
Bennett brothers star for BATTS in tense SBL victory
Joshua and Jack Bennett helped BATTS to a tense victory over Ormeau in the SBL Premier Division.
Success for England youngsters in Ulster
Maliha Baig won two golds and England posted a 1-2-3 in the Cadet Boys’ Singles event at the Ulster Open.
Pitchford aims to build on recent positive displays
Liam Pitchford was pleased to break his WTT Cup Finals duck by reaching the quarter-finals and is now looking to build on the impressive form he has shown towards the end of this year.
Davies ready for return to action in Costa Rica
Rio 2016 Paralympic champion Rob Davies heads a squad of five British athletes who will compete in the ITTF Para Copa Costa Rica from December 10-12.
Alex makes light of age and experience gap with a treble
From the Coventry League comes an amazing illustration of why ours is truly a sport for all, for life.
Mari secures a top-20 ‘Finn-ish’
Mari Baldwin's top-20 position was the best finish by a young England squad at the Finlandia Open.
Clacton & Dist: Sam and Joe weave magic for Merlins
It was a memorable week in their short table tennis careers for brothers Sam and Joe Plummer of Windsor Merlins in Division Three of the Clacton & District League, both juniors staying unbeaten in their team’s two matches of the week.
Pitchford finds no way past Wang at WTT Finals
Liam Pitchford went out at the hands of China's Wang Chuqin in the quarter-finals of the WTT Cup Finals in Singapore.
Pitchford through to quarter-finals after comeback
Liam Pitchford turned around his match against Jang Woojin to win a deciding game and go through to the quarter-finals of the WTT Cup Finals in Singapore.
Wong sinks England team-mate Payet at Finlandia Open
Mari Baldwin and Jasmin Wong reached the quarter-finals as the Finlandia Open got under way with the under-21 competitions.
Urban and BATTS in search of first SBL win of the season
Urban TTC and BATTS are both hoping to pick up their first win of the SBL Premier Division this weekend.
Pitchford primed for WTT season finale
England No 1 Liam Pitchford heads to the season-ending WTT Cup Finals in good heart after narrowly missing out on the medals at the World Championships in Houston.
Chance for coaches to join the GB pathway
A new elite apprenticeship scheme aims to create a network of coaches with the skills and expertise to help prepare Great Britain’s best young players for top-level competition.
Free entry to Centenary English Leagues Cup Competitions
England's oldest table tennis competition has been renamed for our Centenary season - and leagues can now enter for free!
Membership latest: Thousands returning to our sport
The vast majority of Table Tennis England members are returning to the sport as league seasons get into full swing – plus, find out more about the benefits of membership for you and our sport.
Life-saving advice and resources for clubs
Access important health and safety and First Aid resources for your club, plus enter a draw to secure match-funding for a defibrillator.
Creating an inclusive culture in clubs
You may have heard terms like value inclusive cultures and positive impact. The field of Diversity & Inclusion in sports is rapidly evolving, faster than it ever has. In fact, it is transforming the landscape of the sports and society but what is Diversity & Inclusion and why is it important?
MK League: Spinners stay in charge
PREMIER DIV MK Spinners are running away with the title at the moment and although Gary Jones had an indifferent night at Greenleys Kings this... Continue reading
Pitch and Paul targeting medals after near miss at Worlds
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall believe a top-level medal could be just around the corner after they came within a match of the World Championships men's doubles semi-finals.
Moregard ‘puts a hex’ on opponents with eye-catching bat
Sweden's Truls Moregard has exceeded most observers' expectations with a brilliant run to the World Championships men's singles final - wielding an eye-catching hexagonal bat.
TT Kidz: a way to increase the number of girls at your club
Ormesby Table Tennis Club is leading the way in encouraging young girls to take up table tennis through running a girls-only TT Kidz session.
Mabey steers Ormesby to top of SBL Premier Division
Ormesby were victorious in Friday night’s top of the table clash against Ormeau.
Clacton & Dist: Adam leads Lions to first win
Adam Cuthbert is one of the most improved players in Division One of the Clacton & District League and this week he chalked up his second hat-trick of the season to lead the Nomads Lions to a vital first win in the current campaign.
Second seeds end Pitchford & Drinkhall medal hopes
A medal was not to be, but Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall can hold their heads high after going out in the quarter-finals of the World Championships in Houston.
Pitchford loses thriller, but there’s still the doubles!
Watch the highlights as Liam Pitchford came oh so close to defeating China's Liang Jingkun at the World Championships - and read about how Pitch and Paul Drinkhall reached the doubles quarter-finals!
Pitchford rolls on into the last 16
Liam Pitchford is into the last 16 of the World Championships after seeing off Jonathan Groth in six pulsating games in Houston.
Women’s kit regulations: ITTF to take forward our proposal
A Table Tennis England proposal asking the International Table Tennis Federation to work towards greater flexibility in women’s playing kit has passed with 94% support.
Pitchford flies the flag but Ho and Walker exit
Liam Pitchford roared into the last 32 of the World Championships in Houston, but Tin-Tin Ho and Sam Walker were both beaten by higher-ranked opponents.
A summer of table tennis for girls at Ashford TTC
Since reopening in April, Ashford Table Tennis Club has had a surge of interest from new junior girls, so the club decided to run a number of girls-only sessions for 10 weeks over the summer.
Unbeaten Ormeau and Ormesby aim for top of the SBL Premier Division
Ormesby face Ormeau on Friday evening with both teams looking to continue their unbeaten run in the SBL Premier Division.
Three through for England in Houston
Liam Pitchford, Sam Walker and Tin-Tin Ho all made it safely through their first singles matches at the World Championships in Houston today, but Paul Drinkhall is out.
Why are female-only table tennis sessions important?
To engage and retain more women and girls in the sport, there needs to be a focus on improving experiences of those existing members and players we aim to recruit.
MK League: Brilliant Biao blunts Warriors’ charge
PREMIER With no fixture for leaders MK Spinners this week a big win by Warriors would have taken them to top spot. But their sixth... Continue reading
Butterfly England kit deal extended
Table Tennis England has signed a further extension to its agreement with its Official Clothing Supplier, Butterfly.
Could you join our coach tutor and assessor team?
Would you like to take your career to another level by becoming a part of our Coach Developer team?
Pride of Table Tennis Awards are open!
Nominations are now open for the prestigious Pride of Table Tennis Awards, which recognise and honour the outstanding volunteers in our sport.
World Championships preview: England stars’ views, plus the draw
England’s quartet have been handed mixed draws ahead of the World Championships, which starts in Houston tomorrow.
Braintree League: Rayne flattered by scoreline
If ever there was a match result that didn’t reflect the match in the Braintree Table Tennis League, it was Rayne A’s 8-1 win over Black Notley A.
Clacton & Dist: Beckham on the Mark for Brotherhood
Brotherhood D eased their way up the table in Division Two of the Clacton & District League, chalking up a second 7-3 win in as many weeks, this time against Windsor Kestrels.
Medal for ITTF Foundation at Sport Business Awards
The ITTF Foundation picked up a bronze medal at the Sport Business Awards 2021, but Table Tennis England missed out on a medal.
Engaging more women and girls with Level the Table funding
Engaging more women and girls into the sport is a key focus for Table Tennis England with the aim of gender parity in the future. Find out more about how you can use the #LevelTheTable grant to do so!
Why safeguarding adults is so important in table tennis
Read what our experiences safeguarding team combined of Safeguarding and Ethics Manager and our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead have to say about #SafeguardingAdultsWeek2021.
Local heroes: Youngsters praised for helping stricken opponent
Two quick-thinking teenagers have been praised for rushing to the aid of an opponent who collapsed during a local league match.
Nationals qualifying: Earn your spot among the elite
The chance to take on the best players in England in Commonwealth Games year is the incentive for those entering the Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships Qualifying Tournament.
Fancy a trip across the border for competition?
A number of English players have already entered the Gerald Watkins Blaenau Gwent Open - and there are still a few places available.
Entry requirements change for Junior Nationals
The entry requirements for players to compete at the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet, U17 and Junior National Championships this season have changed.
MK League: New heights for Warriors
PREMIER Two of our former Championship winning teams fought out an exciting draw late into Wednesday night this week as MK Sasaki’s Neil... Continue reading
Table Tennis England seeking interim CEO
Table Tennis England has appointed an executive search company to assist with the recruitment of a new Chief Executive Officer.
Keeping table tennis a safe and positive sport
During Safeguarding Adults Week, here's some examples of the positive impact table tennis can have on lives - but a reminder that it's not the case for everybody.
Braintree League: Netts mean business in title quest
Netts A have made it clear to their rivals that they are going all out to win their first Braintree Table Tennis League title since 2015.
Clacton & District: Generation game ends all-square
The old hands of Nomads Leopards met the new boys of Brotherhood F in Division Three of the Clacton & District League, with the meeting of experience and youth ending in an honourable draw.
Cheshire Schools: Winners book Zone Final places
The Cheshire Schools Table Tennis Team Event, covering Cheshire West & Chester, Cheshire East, Halton and Warrington, was held on Tuesday 9th November at the Halton Table Tennis Centre.
Gold star Mari leads England to Home Nations title
Mari Baldwin won all her matches and came away with three gold medals to spearhead England’s overall victory at the Home Nations International over the weekend.
Safeguarding Adults Week 2021 is here
Access a whole host of resources for Safeguarding Adults Week 2021 on topics including digital safeguarding and emotional abuse and safeguarding mental health.
English duo go out in group stage
Denise Payet and Matthew Daish did not make it through the group stage at the European Under-21 Championships in Spa, Belgium.
Our Jack has an eye for a bargain!
Table Tennis England Programmes Activator Jack Grundy wheeled and dealed his way to a profit on the BBC's hit daytime antiques show Bargain Hunt.
FireSport event is a success
The FireSport UK national table tennis champions have been crowned after a day of competition at the Britannia Leisure Centre in north London.
English youngsters move up world rankings
Several English players feature inside the top 100 on the latest WTT youth rankings, including Kacper Piwowar who rises back into the top 10 of the under-11 category after his bronze medal at the recent WTT Youth Contender event in Lignano.
Four team medals for GB in France
The British Para Table Tennis team picked up four team medals on the final day of the SQY French Para Open in Saint Quentin en Yvelines.
Kin to cook up a table tennis storm on cult TV show
British League player Kin Fung Chan will serve up table tennis as well as fine food when he appears on Channel 4’s hit show Come Dine With Me next week.
Club Audit 2021: What you told us and what we are doing
Nine out of 10 table tennis clubs are back in action after the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, and 95% have the capacity to welcome new members, according to the findings of our Club Audit.
Walker sets a date with Chinese pair
Sam Walker and doubles partner Aleksandr Khanin made it through to the men's doubles quarter-finals at the WTT Contender Novo Mesto in Slovenia.
Sport England funding for table tennis clubs passes £500,000
More than £500,000 has been awarded to table tennis clubs and organisations from the Sport England Return to Play Small Grants fund.
Fliss strikes gold again!
Fliss Pickard took gold in the women’s class 6 singles in the SQY French Para Open in Saint Quentin en Yvelines today. Martin Perry, Dan Bullen, Alex Bland and Kim Daybell were also among the medals.
Walker picks up double before defeat in Slovenia
Sam Walker went out in the third qualifying round of the WTT Contender Novo Mesto in Slovenia today.
MK League: Spinners showing the way
PREMIER Two drawn matches and a massive win for leaders MK Spinners, who even at this early stage are looking good to regain the title,... Continue reading
Tsaptsinos and Bolton fall at first hurdle
There was no joy for English duo Maria Tsaptsinos or Emily Bolton at the WTT Contender Novo Mesko in Slovenia as both went out at the first qualifying round in singles and doubles.
Could YOU play a key role in British League?
Table Tennis England is looking for volunteers to fulfil key roles in both the Junior British League and Veterans' British League.
Pitchford leads way into Champions League quarters
Liam Pitchford spearheaded his Russian club UMMC's passage into the quarter-finals of the Champions League with four wins from five matches in the second group stage.
Braintree League: Notley open up a gap
While two of their main rivals continue to drop unexpected points, Black Notley C have established a commanding lead at the top of division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Denyer treble puts Panthers on prowl
Nomads Panthers and Walton A fielded their strongest threesomes when they met this week in Division One of the Clacton & District League but it was reigning champions Panthers who prevailed to beat their title rivals 8-2 and move top of the embryonic League table.
Draycott and Wensum top the pile as JBL returns
Draycott and Wensum lead the respective boys’ and girls’ Premier Divisions after the first weekend of Junior British League action at Derby Arena.
Catch up on our Centenary launch webinar
We have officially entered the centenary year of Table Tennis England - and our live webinar last night outlined all the celebrations we are planning during the 2021/22 season.
We are 100 – let the Centenary celebrations begin!
Today is the 100th birthday of the table tennis governing body in England and kicks off a season of celebration by Table Tennis England.
Drinkhall edged out in deciding game
Paul Drinkhall suffered an agonising deciding-game defeat in his quarter-final at the WTT Contender Lasko event in Slovenia.
Brilliant Drinkhall sinks Chinese star!
Paul Drinkhall picked up one of the most impressive victories of his career as he dismantled world No 7 Lin Gaoyuan of China at the WTT Contender Lasko event.
Drinkhall earns crack at top-10 ace
Paul Drinkhall will face world No 7 Lin Gaoyuan of China at the WTT Contender Lasko event in Slovenia having successfully come through his first match.
SBL Premier Division plays of the week!
Watch some of the best shots and rallies from the third round of the SBL Premier Division.
English youngsters reach KO rounds at international events
Louis Price, Ben Piggott and Joseph Hunter reached the knockout stages in two age groups at the WTT Youth Contender Szombathely in Hungary, with Naphong Boonyaprapa doing so in one age group. Meanwhile, Megan Jones reached the main draw at the WTT Youth Contender Senec in Slovakia.
McBeath shoots down top-100 player
David McBeath picked up a superb win over a top-100 player on his return to international competition at the WTT Contender Lasko event in Slovenia.
Level the Table: How to apply for grants up to £2,500
Applications open today for Table Tennis England’s new Level the Table Grant Scheme, which offers support to organisations creating opportunities for people to participate in... Continue reading
Daybell focused on Birmingham as he returns to table
Doctor and two-time Paralympian Kim Daybell, who put his table tennis career on hold to work on the NHS frontline during the Covid-19 pandemic, returns to competitive action in the French Para Open next week.
MK League: Slippery goings on in Brickhill
PREMIER The big story was the abandonment of the Greenleys Kings v Leighton Buzzard Van Hire match at Great Brickhill Parish hall. With the score... Continue reading
Juniors ready for return to British League action
The long wait is over as the Juniors are the last section of British League to get back into action after the pandemic restrictions.
Winning weekend puts Archway top of SBL Premier Division
Archway Peterborough stormed to the top of the SBL Premier Division thanks to two very impressive wins at the weekend.
Patterson hits a treble top at Preston Grand Prix
Mollie Patterson had a fantastic weekend at the Preston Grand Prix, barely putting a foot wrong as she won three singles titles – the Under-21s and Band 1 as well as the blue riband Women’s Singles.
Braintree League: Surprise results thrown up in cup
The opening round of the knock-out cups usually produces fairly unmemorable results in the Braintree Table Tennis League but this season’s crop included the unexpected on more than one occasion.
Clacton & District: All square between big two
Brotherhood C and Lawford locked horns this week in the first meeting of leading teams in Division Two of the Clacton & District League but the battle of the big beasts ended all-square with honours even.
Connie Warren: Funeral details
Funeral and donation details for former England international Connie Warren, who died last month.
Baldwin reaches quarter-finals in Italy
Mari Baldwin reached the quarter-finals and Jasmin Wong the last 16 as English girls competed at the WTT Youth Contender Lignano in Italy. Baldwin won... Continue reading
Archway open SBL Premier Division season with double-header
Archway Peterborough will play in two of the three SBL Premier Division fixtures this weekend.
Table Tennis England CEO Sara Sutcliffe to leave
Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe is leaving her role after more than eight years. She will step down at the end of this year to take up a similar position with the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).
Research points to opportunities for women and girls’ participation
A major research project between Table Tennis England and the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) has identified the main reasons why female players drop out of table tennis, and highlighted opportunities to provide better experiences to keep women and girls in the sport.
Catch up on all our Black History Month podcasts
Listen back to our Black History Month podcasts, as a diverse range of personalities within our sport talk about their lived experiences and why it is important for diverse groups to have a voice in table tennis.
Kacper bags semi-final spot in Italy
Kacper Piwowar was the standout, reaching the last four, as every English player competing at the WTT Youth Contender Lignano event made it through to the knockout stages.
Weatherby powers to home 4* victory
The Tees Active Cleveland Junior 4 Star Table Tennis Championship took place at Thornaby Pavilion over the weekend, with Ormesby boys dominating the junior boys' singles, whilst Draycott were the most successful in the team events, winning three of the four events.
Active Lives: Pandemic hits sport participation
The number of people playing table tennis unsurprisingly declined in the year to May 2021, according to the latest Active Lives survey by Sport England.
MK League: Bigrave is back as Pumas maul Kings
PREMIER The top 4 teams from the last campaign, with thankfully little changed personnel, have been joined this time round by the welcome return of... Continue reading
Preston Grand Prix: Mabey goes for a double
Crawley GP Men's Singles winner Sam Mabey will head to Preston for the second stop of the 2021/22 circuit looking to repeat the feat.
Braintree League: Rayne shine to open up a lead
After a series of roundabout results, Rayne E have emerged at the head of division three in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Evergreen Doug keeps winning
Doug Green has been baffling and bemusing opponents in the Clacton & District Table Tennis League with his unorthodox, back-from-the-table, languid defensive style for more seasons than most can remember.
Friday Photos 122: Wonderful discovery from the 1940s!
Sometimes there is the most wonderful discovery and record of former times and such was the case when Bob Janes contacted Table Tennis England as he had found some old negatives in his father-in-law’s attic – taken in January 1947!
Could you be our Disciplinary Committee Chair?
Table Tennis England are looking for a suitable volunteer to Chair our experienced Disciplinary Committee, this role is crucial to the Governance of Table Tennis England.
Join us for our online centenary launch event
It’s our 100th birthday next month and now is the time to sign up for our online launch event to be the first to hear all about our season-long celebration!
Top young players ready for Cleveland 4*
One of Britain’s leading Junior Table Tennis Championships, the Tees Active Cleveland Junior 4 Star Championship takes place at Thornaby Pavilion this weekend with a strong entry from all parts of the country.
Clubs feature strengthens LinQ with members
A new feature in LinQsport is providing an opportunity for table tennis clubs to improve the way they communicate with, and organise events for, their members.
Ormeau beat North Ayrshire in SBL Premier Division thriller
Ormeau beat North Ayrshire in a thrilling encounter to move to the top of the SBL Premier Division.
Time to have your say in our Competition Review
Pinned article: Now is the time to make your views count in our survey about the future structure of table tennis competitions in England.
England’s Kacper earns place in elite Euro squad
Kacper Piwowar has been selected to join the elite European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) under-13 squad for 2022.
Dennison and Engelson put Fusion top of WBL
Fusion hold a slender one-point lead at the top of the Women’s British League, Premier Division after they edged out defending champions Joola Plymouth in the final round of matches on weekend one.
England coach Jenkins picked for international mentor role
England coach Ryan Jenkins has been chosen to mentor two female Asian coaches by the ITTF.
Braintree League: Surprise defeat for leaders
The tightness at the top of the Braintree Table Tennis League has got tighter after a surprise defeat for leaders Rayne A.
Clacton & District League: Magpies are grounded
It’s been an unfortunate and unexpected start to the season for Windsor Magpies in Division Three of the Clacton & District League.
Bland & perry make the podium in Spain
Martin Perry and Alex Bland followed up their singles medals by taking bronze in the men’s class 6-7 team event on the final day of the ITTF Costa Brava Spanish Para Open in Platja d’Aro.
Spanish gold for resilient Pickard
Fliss Pickard staged a tremendous comeback from 2-0 down against Katarzyna Marszal to beat the former World champion from Poland 3-2 in the final match of the women’s class 6 round-robin singles event at the ITTF Costa Brava Spanish Para Open in Platja d’Aro today.
Remembering 100 years, Angelica Rozeanu biography now available
Celebrating one hundred years since her birth on Saturday 15th October 1921, the book Great Triumphs, Great Pain – the Life of Angelica Rozeanu is now available.
Young England players selected for international events
Fourteen young players will represent England on the international stage at the upcoming European Under-21 Championships and Senior Home Countries International.
Ormeau’s Wilson set to face old club in SBL Premier Division
Ormeau travel to North Ayrshire this Saturday for their second fixture of the SBL Premier Division season.
Obituary: Connie Warren, England international
A heart of gold, a loyal friend and a player who delighted in leading officials a merry dance but always with a twinkle in his eye: former England international, Connie Warren, died on October 12th aged 81.
Why we are proposing changes to international kit rules
Fresh from updating our domestic regulations regarding women’s playing kit, Table Tennis England is asking the International Table Tennis Federation to follow suit worldwide.
GB Junior Squad moves a step closer
The first step towards formalising a new GB Junior Squad has been taken, with the publication of a selection policy.
Para squad members aim to reign in Spain
Performance squad athletes Fliss Pickard and Martin Perry head a team of 11 British Para table tennis team athletes who are competing in this week’s ITTF Costa Brava Spanish Para Open in Platja d’Aro from October 14-16.
Quartet selected for historic Worlds
Four England players will head to a historic World Championships in Houston next month.
Clothing rule change helps female players
Rules governing playing kit for competitions in England are being made more flexible in response to feedback from female players.
Could you join our experienced Standing Orders Committee?
Table Tennis England are looking for a suitable volunteer to join our experienced Standing Orders Committee, this role is crucial to the Governance of Table Tennis England’s general meetings, through the issuing of Standing Orders, which are not the responsibility of the Board.
Plymouth eye title defence as WBL returns
Joola Plymouth launch a belated defence of their Women's British League title as the competition makes its post-pandemic return on the coming weekend.
Braintree League: Alan helps Notley live up to Billing
Division two looks like being one of the most closely contested in this year’s Braintree Table Tennis League - and two of the main protagonists came up against each other in the league’s second week of fixtures.
Clacton & District: James on the ball for Walton
Kevin James was on top form in the opening week of the season in Division One of the Clacton & District League, producing an early shock as Walton B inflicted an unexpected 6-4 defeat on Brotherhood A.
Darlington Dolphins encouraging inclusivity
Darlington Dolphins, in conjunction with Move More Darlington ran disability sessions for children and young adults at the Dolphin centre in Darlington.
Black History Month Podcast: Des Douglas
As Black History Month continues, today we are releasing our second podcast in our #ProudToBe series, featuring table tennis legend Des Douglas.
SBL Premier Division plays of the week!
Watch some of the best shots and rallies from the second round of the SBL Premier Division.
Supporting Mind in the fight for mental health
World Mental Health Day takes place this Sunday and we're asking you to join us in the fight for mental health.
ReTrain to ReTain: New funding available for coaches
As part of their Great Coaching Comeback campaign, UK Coaching in partnership with CIMSPA and EMDUK, has launched a new initiative ReTrain to ReTain, funded by Sport England.
Helping coaches take their skills to the next Level
Today we launch our revamped Level 2 Lead Coach qualification, providing the chance for coaches to upgrade their skills and help players of all abilities to develop their games.
Hannah had mental health in Mind during marathon effort
Table Tennis England’s Marketing and Communications Manager Hannah Holland was among those pounding the streets for the London Marathon last weekend, raising money for a great cause.
Supporting Parents in Sport Week 2021
Keeping children safe in sport is the focus of the sixth annual Parents in Sport Week, beginning today.
Ormeau and Ormesby make their mark on new SBL Premier Division season
Ormeau and Ormesby started this season's SBL Premier Division in fine form as they both ran out 6-1 victors.
Perfect weekend for Team Bribar as VBL returns
Team Bribar opened a handy lead in the men's Premier Division, but it is tight at the top of the women's Premier after weekend one of the Veterans' British League in Derby.
No joy for England duo in Serbia
Max Radiven and Felix Thomis were both knocked out in the group stages of the WTT Youth Contender Belgrade.
Braintree League: Champions beaten in opener
The Braintree Table Tennis League’s fixture chart pitched last season’s top two into battle in its first week – and it was the champions who came off second best.
English hopes ended by Denmark
England were knocked out of the European Championships by Denmark in the deciding game of the deciding match of their quarter-final.
Karen re-elected to sports industry group
Karen Tonge MBE has been re-elected deputy chair of the Games and Sport Division of the Sport & Recreation Alliance.
Awards recognition for our covid response
Table Tennis England’s Ready to Return covid-19 campaign has been shortlisted for a major award.
Black History Month Podcast: Juliet Bertie
As Black History Month begins, today we launch our series of podcasts to celebrate the huge contribution made by Black people to our sport.
Women and Girls Ambassador programme relaunched
This week we have relaunched the Women and Girls Ambassador programme as part of our #LevelTheTable Diversity and Inclusion strategy.
England into quarter-finals with 3-0 victory over Slovakia
England are into the quarter-finals of the European Championships in Romania after topping their group thanks to a 3-0 victory over Slovakia today.
North Ayrshire eye back-to-back SBL Premier Division victories
Six of the seven SBL Premier Division teams are in action this Saturday as the top flight season truly gets going.
Join the Centenary conversation
Join the conversation using our new tool and share with us how you want to celebrate our 100th anniversary! Take a look at the tutorial to get you started.
TT Kidz Autumn 2021 Phase is Here!
Close to 300 children across 29 venues will be beginning their table tennis journey with the latest phase of the TT Kidz programme which starts next week.
Pitchford seals win after Walker fights back from the brink
Liam Pitchford's double clinched a 3-2 victory for England over Serbia at the European Championships, but only after Sam Walker had saved three match points in the fourth match.
Drinkhall remains on Athletes Commission
Paul Drinkhall has been re-nominated as a member of the ETTU Athletes Commission.
Veterans ready for return of British League
After a wait of more than 18 months, British League showpiece weekends return to the calendar with a bumper Veterans' competition held across two venues this weekend.
England unable to build on Tin-Tin’s victory at Euros
Tin-Tin Ho won the opening match for England against Poland in their second and final European Championships group match today, but the team was beaten 3-1 overall to leave them bottom of the group.
Narrow defeats for English trio as Sweden win opener
It was a frustrating opening day for England’s women at the European Championships in Romania as they were defeated in a close match by Sweden.
Aldridge and Cochrane battle to titles
The traditional curtain-raiser to the table tennis season in Northamptonshire took place earlier this month at the Westfield Table Tennis Club in Wellingborough when 18 young athletes gathered to compete in the 2021-22 Northants County Junior, Cadet and Girls Invitation Tournament.
Braintree League: Liberal target record title win
Liberal A head into the new Braintree Table Tennis League season looking to equal the record for the most consecutive division one titles.
Change young lives today and build a brighter tomorrow
We are celebrating and showcasing the different people in our communities, with a host of resources this week and ways to get involved! Today we're focusing on how to make table tennis inclusive for young people, of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Our new Diversity & Inclusion strategy has landed
Today we launch our new five year Diversity & Inclusion strategy - Level the Table!
Last chance to enter into the Birmingham 2022 ticket ballot
The main ticket ballot for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games closes on Thursday 30 September at 8pm! There is still availability for table tennis sessions, so don't miss out on the opportunity to watch top level table tennis on home soil.
Drinkhall and Pitchford fall short of doubles title
Paul Drinkhall and Liam Pitchford have lost the men's doubles final at the WTT Star Contender event in Doha to Korea's Cho and An.
Pitchford’s hopes of the men’s singles title dashed
Liam Pitchford has been knocked out by world number 8, Hugo Calderano of Brazil.
Big day for Pitchford and Drinkhall in Doha
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall have made it to the men's doubles final at the WTT Star Contender event in Doha, and Pitchford is hoping to make it into the men's singles final if he can beat Brazil's Hugo Calderano.
Jack-Hunter Spivey inspires school children
During the Diversity & Inclusivity focus week for our Return to the Table campaign, we helped to organise a visit to Halton Table Tennis Club by local sporting hero Jack-Hunter Spivey.
Membership numbers continue to rise
We’d like to thank all members who have already signed up for the new season, with the number exceeding 14,000 paid members, and well over 17,000 members in total. That’s approximately 600 more paid members than all of last year.
English trio impressing in the WTT Star Contender event
On the third day of the WTT Star Contender event in Doha, all three English athletes participating remain in the competition, with Drinkhall and Pitchford looking to reach the final in the men's doubles.
England aiming high in the European Team Championships
England aim to add success on the continental stage to their world achievements when the European Team Championships get under way in Romania next week. (September 28 to October 3)
Quarter-finals await for English athletes
Drinkhall, Ho and Pitchford into quarterfinals at the WTT Star Contender event in Doha today.
What is Diversity & Inclusion?
Table Tennis England's new Diversity & Inclusion officer talks about her background in sport and how she is driving forward our Diversity & Inclusion strategy.
WTT Star Contender event underway in Doha
The WTT Star Contender event is underway in Doha, with three English athletes competing at the event.
Positive performances from Connor Green on the WTT stage
England's only representative at the WTT Youth Star Contender in Lisbon, Connor Green, had a positive competition both in the U15 boy's singles and U15 boy's doubles.
Fire Service championships entries are open!
The UK Fire Service national table tennis championships will be held in Hackney, London next month.
Big ambitions for table tennis at the University of Central Lancashire
Plans have been set in motion to place UCLan as a hub for sport within the Northwest, particularly within 6 focal sports, one of which is Table Tennis.
Celebration Fortnight winners announced
For our #ReturntotheTable campaign we asked clubs and organisations to host a celebration event during August 30 and September 13 to encourage people to return... Continue reading
Thrilling first Grand Prix of the season
England international Denise Payet takes the Women's singles title, while Sam Mabey adds to his Grand Prix wins tally with the Men's singles.
Dalgleish leads North Ayrshire to victory on SBL Premier Division opening weekend
Colin Dalgleish starred as North Ayrshire began the SBL Premier Division with victory against Fusion.
It’s the last week of the #ReturntotheTable campaign
The focus this week is Diversity and Inclusion, ahead of our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy launch next week and we've put together a host of FREE resources for you to access.
Pitchford knocked out of the Euro Top 16 cup
Liam Pitchford has been knocked out of the Euro Top 16 cup by France's Emmanuel Lebesson in the Round of 8.
Pitchford off to a great start
Liam Pitchford has beaten Tomislav Pucar in his opening match in the Europe Top 16 in Greece.
Stiga Blackpool Junior 4 Star 2021 Review
On its 20th anniversary 130 Junior and cadet players from afar afield as Cornwall, Jersey, Wales and Scotland attended the Stiga Blackpool Junior 4 Star,... Continue reading
Europe Top 16 gets underway
Liam Pitchford is set to compete in the Europe Top 16 competition in Thessaloniki, Greece today as the tournament gets underway.
Kacper Piwowar is heading to Jordan
Piwowar has been selected to attend the ITTF World Hopes Week & Challenge in Jordan later this year.
North Ayrshire and Fusion to get SBL Premier Division season underway
The Senior British League Premier Division returns this weekend with North Ayrshire set to take on Fusion.
#ReturntotheTable TT Kidz recap
This week for our #ReturntotheTable campaign we’ve been focusing on our programme for 7-11-year-olds, TT Kidz! Here’s a recap of all the great offers and... Continue reading
Refer a friend for TT Kidz and win prizes
Once you've booked a place on our programme TT Kidz, aimed at 7-11-year-olds, refer a friend or family member and be in with a chance of winning great prizes!
The WTT Star Contender Doha is back next week!
Liam Pitchford, Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho are back on the WTT stage for the first time this season as they head to the WTT Star Contender Doha.
TT Leagues is proving its worth to Local Leagues
TT Leagues is proving an attractive proposition for a number of leagues which previously used their own bespoke websites to manage their fixtures, results and statistics.
Previous winners in field for Crawley Grand Prix
The long wait is over and the first Grand Prix in almost two years takes place at the K2 venue in Crawley on the weekend of September 18-19.
Behind the scenes of TT Kidz with Chris Turner
We asked our Youth Participation Officer and coach, Chris Turner all about TT Kidz.
Upskill your digital marketing ability
Today, Sport England and CIMSPA (the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) launched the Digital Marketing Hub.
Enhance your club offer and deliver TT Kidz!
The TT Kidz programme provides clubs with well-designed and fun sessions to help introduce and equip a whole new generation of players to enjoy our great game.
Tees Sport and Bribar announced as Official Equipment Supplier
Tees Sport and Bribar are the Official Equipment Supplier for various Table Tennis England national events after a competitive tender process.
Success for England at the 2021 ITTF Parkinson’s World Championships
Held in the Horst-Korber-Sportzentrum Berlin from Thursday 9th to Saturday 11th September, England’s George Chan and Jan Fuller took home five medals between them. Jan... Continue reading
Exciting news for students taking part in the World University Games
Table tennis athletes who are students are being offered the chance to experience the ‘phenomenal’ feeling of pulling on a Great Britain kit for the... Continue reading
WIN a free TT Kidz place with our Facebook competition
We're excited to announce that we'll be running a Facebook comment competition, giving five lucky fans a free place on the 8-week TT Kidz programme at the location of their choice.
Westfield venue removed for NJL and NCL
Unfortunately due to a problem with access to the venue, the Westfield venue in Northamptonshire has been removed for the upcoming National Junior League and... Continue reading
Fighter Kacper has to settle for silver
Kacper Piwowar became England's first finalist at any level of WTT event as he reached the Under-11 Boys' gold medal match at the WTT Youth Contender Varazdin.
Keep your Celebrations going and win a prize!
Table Tennis England staff held their Celebration Fortnight tournament - and dozens more events are taking place up and down the country to mark our Return To The Table campaign.
Six are still Contenders after reaching knockout stage
Six English boys have made it through the group stage to reach the knockout rounds of the WTT Youth Contender Varazdin, but the England girls competing in Slovenia did not have such a successful time.
Recharged Pitchford ready for crack at the Top
Liam Pitchford says a much-needed break, followed by quality practice in familiar surroundings, has him in good shape to face the new season, starting with the Europe Top 16 next weekend.
Entries open for Preston Grand Prix
Entries are now open for the Preston Grand Prix, the second stop of the 2021/22 circuit.
Table tennis joins show of Gratitude to our emergency services
Table Tennis England is supporting the Gratitude Games, a new sporting event to support the mental health of emergency service and NHS workers, which is today calling on the British public and businesses to donate to their fundraising appeal.
Big developments on TT Leagues for new season
The start of the new season sees a major expansion of TT Leagues, both for clubs and leagues and for national competitions.
Mayor all set for 24-hour table tennis marathon
Stratford-upon-Avon mayor and table tennis player Kevin Taylor is ready for a marathon effort in aid of charity.
England youngsters reach knockout stages at WTT events
England youngsters have been competing at two WTT Youth Contender events in Europe, with a number of athletes making it successfully through qualifying into the main draws.
Could you play a key role in our tournaments programme?
We are seeking a volunteer committee member to play a key role on our Tournament Approval Panel, which sanctions external events in line with Table Tennis England regulations, and coordinates the Table Tennis England competition calendar.
Obituary: Cicely Palmer, national elections scrutineer
Cicely Palmer, who played a key role in the AGM and election processes for Table Tennis England has died just a few weeks after her husband Jim, who was National Elections Scrutineer.
Vecko toasts good health and medals from Tokyo
Reflecting on the most successful Paralympic Games in the modern era for the Paralympics GB table tennis team with seven medals, Performance Director Gorazd Vecko admitted that the health of his team had been more of a priority coming into Tokyo than the results.
Silver lining for Bayley and Karabardak
Will Bayley and Paul Karabardak could not quite reproduce the heroics of their emotional semi-final win against Spain in today’s men’s class 6-7 team gold medal match, but they still went down fighting against a very strong Chinese team.
One week left for NJL entries
The deadline for entries to the National Junior League 2021/22 is next Friday, September 10th and there are still places available at some venues.
Join our Celebration Fortnight and you could win a prize!
It's our Celebration Fortnight and all over the country people are taking part in special events to mark the #ReturnToTheTable.
Key GB roles for Ryan Jenkins and Evie Collier
Ryan Jenkins and Evie Collier have been appointed to key roles in British table tennis following an open recruitment process.
Don’t forget the benefits of membership!
As clubs and leagues around the country prepare to get into the full swing of the new season, we’d like to remind everyone of the benefits of our Compete and Compete Plus membership categories.
Bayley and Karabardak win thriller to reach final
Will Bayley and Paul Karabardak produced a superb performance to reach the final of the men’s class 6-7 team event at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium this evening.
China too strong as GB trio have to settle for bronze
The men’s class 8 team of Aaron McKibbin, Billy Shilton and Ross Wilson will take bronze after going down fighting in their semi-final against China today.
Clacton & District: Most players return for new season
There will be 28 teams competing in the 2021-22 season of the Clacton and District League. Although this is two fewer than finished the interrupted season two years ago, the Management Committee has been encouraged that most players decided to re-join for the new season.
Debutant Shilton among guaranteed medallists for GB
The ParalympicsGB table tennis team is guaranteed another two medals from the team events after reaching the semi-finals in the men’s class 6-7 and men’s class 8 events.
Bailey & Shackleton secure landmark medal
In a morning session at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium that typified the fighting spirit of the ParalympicsGB table tennis team Sue Bailey and Megan Shackleton secured the fifth medal of these Games for the team – and the first for Bailey at her sixth Paralympics.
Looking back at great moments for table tennis
During our Return to the Table campaign this summer we are promoting a Celebration Fortnight which aims to bring the table tennis community together to celebrate the return of table tennis. Here's our top 5 moments to celebrate during the pandemic.
Bayley proud despite missing gold
Will Bayley produced a typically gutsy performance in the final of the men’s class 7 singles at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium today but had to settle for silver.
Sibley out of retirement to fire England to Euros!
‘Supersub’ Kelly Sibley won her first competitive match after more than three years’ retirement as England women qualified for the European Team Championships.
Emotional Bayley to go for gold again
Defending champion Will Bayley came through a nail-biting semi-final today to reach his third consecutive Paralympic singles final and will go for gold again tomorrow in men’s class 7 against the world No 1 from China Yan Shuo.
Awesome foursome guaranteed medals in Tokyo
On a memorable day for the ParalympicsGB table tennis team four players including men’s class 7 defending champion Will Bayley reached the semi-finals in their respective singles events to guarantee themselves at least a bronze medal.
Matthews and Karabardak through to knockouts
Thomas Matthews and Paul Karabardak made it a good morning for ParalympicsGB as they won their final group matches to make it through to the quarter-finals of the men’s class 1 and men’s class 6 singles respectively.
Coaching courses filling fast – don’t miss out!
Demand is high for our range of Level 1 Session Coach courses around the country – but spaces are still available on a small number of courses this autumn.
ParalympicsGB trio through to quarter-finals
Paralympic champion Will Bayley, Jack Hunter-Spivey and Joshua Stacey all made it through to the quarter-finals of their respective singles events in Tokyo in today's evening session.
England women set for Euros qualifying campaign
England women have been drawn against Lithuania and Finland for the Gazprom 2021 European Teams Championships Qualification Stage 1- B tournament being held in Serbia from tomorrow.
How LinQsport can help you #ReturntotheTable
As the country opens up again for exercise and sport, start creating your LinQups today in the LinQsport App! Don’t forget to #ReturntotheTable.
Hunter-Spivey and Matthews impress in Tokyo
Impressive wins for Jack Hunter-Spivey and Tom Matthews on his Paralympic debut were just two of the highlights of some great performances by the ParalympicsGB table tennis team today.
Historic moment for Walker after doubles victory
Sam Walker has become the first English player to win a doubles title on the international circuit since the advent of the ITTF World Tour in 1996.
Bayley starts Paralympics defence with victory
Paralympic champion Will Bayley began the defence of his men’s class 7 singles title in Tokyo this evening with a 3-1 win against 22-year-old Maksym Chudzicki from Poland.
Have your say in our Centenary Conversation
As Table Tennis England prepares its centenary programme, we are now calling on clubs and individual members to get involved.
Wilson and McKibbin get wins on the board
World and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson secured the first win for the ParalympicsGB table tennis team in the morning session on the first day of the tournament at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium today
From Ping Pong Parlour to club
As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic and temporary closure of facilities, there have been fewer opportunities for sport and physical activity. Where Ping Pong... Continue reading
How Louise stayed active with table tennis
The types of sport and physical activity people participate in change over the course of their lives, with factors such as age, mobility and injuries... Continue reading
Sam Walker reaches Czech Open final!
Sam Walker has a chance to make English table tennis history tomorrow after reaching the Men's Doubles final at the Czech Open, alongside Truls Moregard of Sweden.
Inaugural Parkinson’s event a big success
Jan Fuller and Gary Lee both won a gold and a silver at the inaugural Ping Pong Parkinson UK Championship, held at St Neots TTC.
Make friends and keep fit when you Return to the Table!
When you get back to playing table tennis, you can do so with confidence and motivation, no matter what your age or experience!
Get inspired by Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
With less than 24 hours to go before the start of the Paralympic tournament in Tokyo, all eyes will be on the awe-inspiring performances of... Continue reading
Paralympians are raring to go, says Vecko
British Para Table Tennis Team Performance Director Gorazd Vecko is quietly confident that his athletes are as well prepared as they can be for the Paralympics.
Wetherill withdrawn from Paralympics
David Wetherill has been withdrawn from the Tokyo Paralympics following an unspecified breach of the British Para Table Tennis code of conduct.
Three English athletes make progress in Czech Open
Tin-Tin Ho is into the last 16 of the Czech Open, but Sam Walker and Maria Tsaptsinos are out of the singles. All three athletes are still in the doubles competitions.
Discount on table tennis Fundamental Movement award!
In partnership with SAQ we are offering all licensed coaches access to a table tennis-specific fundamental movement award at a discounted price of just £75. That's a £55 saving on the retail price of £130!
Graham finds a novel lockdown project
Graham Frankel has stepped into the world of fiction for his second lockdown book, Kate's Progress, which charts the rise of a girl who becomes obsessed with table tennis.
Keegan measures up to half-marathon challenge
Table Tennis England Schools Officer Keegan Barstow conquered a hilly half-marathon and raised hundreds of pounds for charity in the process.
Tsaptsinos joins Ho and Walker in Czech main draw singles
Maria Tsaptsinos made it through to the main draw of the women’s singles at the ITTF Czech Open, and three English doubles pairings also won through the qualifying stage.
Experience will stand Paralympians in good stead
Experience of previous Games is the key for four British players who complete the ParalympicsGB squad for Tokyo.
Proud Bailey leads experienced quartet into Tokyo campaign
Sue Bailey, David Wetherill, Paul Karabardak and defending champion Will Bayley will total no fewer than 18 Paralympic appearances between them when they compete in Tokyo.
Join our celebration fortnight and win big prizes!
As our Return to the Table campaign gathers pace, there's still time to join the list of clubs, leagues and other organisations around the country which are planning a special event during our celebration fortnight!
Pitchford knocked out in Budapest
Top seed Liam Pitchford was knocked out of the WTT Contender Budapest tournament in the quarter-finals by German opponent Kilian Ort.
Debutants excited to take Paralympic stage
Four Paralympic Games debutants are relishing their first experience on the biggest stage of all as they prepare to enter the arena in Tokyo next week.
Pitchford into WTT Budapest quarter-finals
Liam Pitchford turned up the power in the fourth set to complete a 3-1 victory over Aleksandr Khanin in the last 16 of the WTT Contender Budapest event.
“Hard work and determination pays off”
Women & Girls Ambassador Tilly Simms explains why she became involved, and how "hard work and determination pays off."
Board blogs: Steve Kemish
In the latest in our series of Board Blogs, Table Tennis England Senior Independent Director Steve Kemish describes the 'two hats' he wears on the Board.
Pitchford and Payet advance in Hungary
Liam Pitchford and Denise Payet have made progress at the WTT Contender event in Budapest, but Tin-Tin Ho was defeated by the second seed.
Charlie’s passion lives on in coaching grant scheme
Keith ‘Charlie’ Childs’ lifelong passion for coaching is reflected in a new grant scheme launched in his memory.
Tees Sport and Butterfly confirm continued support of British Para Table Tennis
Butterfly and Tees Sport, the UK’s premier suppliers of table tennis equipment, has today confirmed that it will continue to support the British Para Table Tennis Team with a contract that will supply the team with Butterfly clothing and equipment beyond Paris 2024.
Champion Davies ruled out of Paralympics by injury
Great Britain's Rob Davies will not be defending his men’s class 1 gold medal at the Tokyo Paralympics later this month because of a shoulder injury.
Follow England’s stars on the world stage with WTT app
World Table Tennis has launched a new app which will deliver non-stop news from the international circuit and allow supporters to keep up to date with England's stars as they compete internationally.
National award for Ping Pong Parlours!
Our Ping Pong Parlour initiative has won a prestigious national award from ukactive – and the TT Kidz programme has been highly commended.
Renewals and donations mount up – thank you all!
We’d like to thank all members who have already signed up for the new season, and those who have made additional donations to support the sport's development.
Payet joins Olympians for return to international circuit
Liam Pitchford, Tin-Tin Ho and Denise Payet are back on the international circuit at the WTT Contender Budapest event, which starts in the Hungarian capital on Sunday.
Catch up on our Annual Conference
Catch up on the online Annual Conference, including the presentation of our annual Honours and presentations on Return to the Table, the Competition Review, our centenary and TT Fast Format.
11 years old and championing Women & Girls in table tennis
This week’s focus for our Return to the Table campaign is juniors in table tennis where we’re highlighting confidence, passion and motivation for youngsters! One... Continue reading
Entries open for Crawley Grand Prix
Entries are now open for the first Grand Prix of the new season, in Crawley on the weekend of September 18-19.
Helping youngsters get back to the table
Our Return to the Table campaign is all about getting players back to enjoying table tennis as covid restrictions lift, and encouraging people to try the sport for the first time – this week we are focusing on the younger generation.
Annual Review 2020-21: Your questions answered
Download the agenda and find out how to join tonight's Annual Conference - plus read our responses to members' questions about out Annual Review.
Season-opening rankings and ratings published
The opening rankings and ratings for the 2021/22 season have been published.
Double Olympic team gold for China
China celebrated a memorable, if predictable, double gold medal triumph as the Olympic Games table tennis drew to a close in Tokyo today.
We’re committed to highest standards of Safeguarding
Ahead of Safe Sport Day on Sunday, Table Tennis England is pleased to announce the completion of a Safeguarding Team.
Webinar: How to run your own celebration event
Join our webinar on Thursday 19th August to help you plan your Return to the Table celebration fortnight event.
Free online TT Activator Award for members
Over the course of the Return to the Table Campaign (26th July - 26th September) we are offering FREE access to the online TT Activator Award which would usually cost £35.
Join our Annual Conference
The Table Tennis England Annual Conference will be held online from 7.30-9.30pm on Tuesday August 10th, including presentation of the annual Honours.
Five reasons to return to table tennis this summer
As communities continue to move back towards normal life, table tennis is also restarting in all sorts of settings, from outdoor Ping! tables and workplaces... Continue reading
Topspin Sports to be official ball supplier for 2021/22
Topspin Sports has been named as the official ball supplier for Table Tennis England’s leading national events for the 2021/22 season.
Competitions: Changes come into effect for new season
With the start of the new season on August 1, a number of important changes to the competitions and events structure have kicked in.
New season: Phone lines now open for renewals
Phone lines are now open for Table Tennis England members wishing to renew for the 2021/22 season.
Hunter reaches main draw in Croatia
Joseph Hunter was the only English player to make it out of the group stage in the Cadet singles competitions at the European Youth Championships in Croatia.
Ma Long completes golden double
Ma Long became the first man to defend his Olympic Men's Singles table tennis title as he beat compatriot Fan Zhendong 4-2 (11-4, 10-12, 11-8, 11-9, 3-11, 11-7) in Tokyo.
Olympic reflections: Liam Pitchford
Liam Pitchford reflects on his Tokyo Olympic Games experience.
Team GB athletes reflect on the Olympics
Team GB athletes Liam Pitchford, Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho and coach Gavin Evans have been reflecting on their Tokyo Olympics experience.
It’s 100 days until our 100th birthday!
The countdown is on to the special day when the ETTA/Table Tennis England turns 100 - and we are calling on the table tennis community to get involved in the celebrations!
England girls claim top-20 place
England's cadet girls will finish in the top 20 at the European Youth Championships in Croatia, while the boys have ended in 31st place.
What you told us about women and girls’ participation
A major research project between Table Tennis England and the Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) has identified the main reasons why female players drop out of table tennis, and highlighted opportunities to provide better experiences to keep women and girls in the sport.
Table tennis big hit at #OneYearToGo in Birmingham!
There's only one year to go until the top athletes in the Commonwealth gather in Birmingham for the 2022 Commonwealth Games!
Are you ready to Return to the Table?
Are you ready to get back to table tennis with confidence, passion and motivation? Today, Table Tennis England launches its Return to the Table campaign.
Cadet squad changes for European Youth Championships
The England Cadet team for the European Youth Championships has been changed as a result of positive covid tests.
Pitchford and Drinkhall out of Olympics
Liam Pitchford lamented missed chances and Paul Drinkhall spoke of lapses in concentration as both exited the Olympics in the last 32 of the men’s singles today.
Still time to enter Ping Pong Parkinson Nationals
The entry deadline for the inaugural Ping Pong Parkinson National Championship has been extended.
Superb Drinkhall into the last 32 in Tokyo!
Paul Drinkhall put in a brilliant performance to defeat Robert Gardos 4-1 and move into the third round of the Olympic men’s singles.
Paul weathers the storm to go through
Paul Drinkhall is through to the second round of the Olympics after a tough match against an emotional opponent.
Tin-Tin’s positive despite Olympic defeat
Tin-Tin Ho's Olympic debut ended in defeat but she says she was proud of the way she performed against Commonwealth Games gold medallist Manika Batra of India.
Bardsley knocked out to end English interest
Charlotte Bardsley was beaten in the last 32 of the Junior Girls' Singles to end English interest in the first phase of the European Youth Championships in Croatia.
Message from our Chairman, Sandra Deaton
Our Chairman Sandra Deaton outlines how we are helping our individual members, clubs and leagues to return to the table with confidence and why your support is so important to the sport in this country.
Bardsley and Baldwin carry English hopes
Charlotte Bardsley made a confident start to her Junior Girls' Singles campaign at the European Youth Championships in Croatia - and she and Mari Baldwin are also into the latter stages of the Doubles.
Olympic draw: Tin-Tin and Paul in action on Saturday
Find out details of the Olympic Games draws and hear from our three athletes in Tokyo!
Priya delighted as UK hosts women’s sport group
Table Tennis England Director Priya Samuel helped the UK to succeed in its bid to host the International Working Group (IWG) on Women and Sport.
TT Kidz is back! Here’s how to book your place
TT Kidz, our programme which provides a fun, engaging and inspiring table tennis experience for children aged 7-to-11 is back, with 28 venues to deliver the initiative from October.
Catch up on Ask us Anything
If you missed our Ask us Anything event, where a panel of Table Tennis England Board members answered questions posed by our members, you can now catch up.
Lowly finish for boys despite back-to-back victories
England ended on a high with successive victories over Bosnia-Herzegovina and Lithuania, but still finished in 35th position in the Junior Boys’ Team event at the European Youth Championships in Croatia.
Obituary: Jim Palmer, national elections scrutineer
Tributes have been paid to Jim Palmer, Table Tennis England National Elections Scrutineer, who has passed away after a short illness.
Team GB in final practice mode in Japan
The Great Britain table tennis squad has arrived safely in Japan ahead of the delayed Olympic Games, which open in Tokyo on Friday.
AGM Resolutions: Your guide to the changes voted through
Resolutions concerning Elected Directors, Company Members, Vice-Presidents and the England performance pathway were among those approved at the Table Tennis England AGM on Saturday.
Podcast: How purposeful practice makes perfect
The final episode in our series of performance podcasts is out today - and the subject is purposeful practice.
Online membership renewals are open
Online membership renewals have opened for the 2021/22 season, with membership fees frozen for the fourth successive year.
Changes to European Youth Championships squad
The England squad for the European Youth Championships beginning in Croatia tomorrow has been reshaped due to a combination of positive covid tests and isolation requirements.
ParalympicsGB names 13 athletes in para table tennis squad for Tokyo 2020
ParalympicsGB has selected a talented squad of Table Tennis players for Tokyo 2020 including two defending Paralympic champions.
Membership survey: What you told us; what we are doing
The results of our annual membership survey show that the majority of our members intend to return to the sport either as soon as possible or in time for the new season.
Birmingham 2022: Local ticket ballot open
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games is coming to the West Midlands next summer, and from 14 to 30 July, people who live in the region can apply for tickets in an exclusive ballot by registering for an account at birmingham2022.com.
Board blogs: Sandra Deaton
Welcome to our new series of blogs by Table Tennis England Directors. It is a great privilege for me to be able to communicate with you by writing the first in this series.
TT Memberships ready to go to next level
Table Tennis England today announces a series of improvements to our TT Memberships platform, in conjunction with our partners Sport:80 and to celebrate the anniversary of our partnership.
Gloucester Grand Prix cancelled
The Gloucester Grand Prix scheduled for July 24-25 has been cancelled due to a large number of player withdrawals.
Return to the Table campaign launches soon!
Join us in supporting players, coaches, volunteers and officials to ‘Return to the Table’, a table tennis campaign set to launch on 26th July and run through to 27th September to give confidence, motivate and invoke passion to get back to playing, coaching, volunteering or officiating.
Podcast: Pitchford, Cooke and Evans on the England Pathway
Listen to Liam Pitchford, Alan Cooke and Gavin Evans, who discuss the developing England Performance Pathway.
Hunter and Ellis top the Cadet podiums
Joseph Hunter and Bethany Ellis took the Cadet gold medals on day two of the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships.
Bardsley and Stevens lift Junior titles
Maxim Stevens was crowned Junior Boys champion and Charlotte Bardsley took the girls' title at the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships at the University of Warwick today.
Live streaming moves to Facebook
Due to technical difficulties beyond our control, we regret that we will be unable to live-stream the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships on Recast this weekend and will instead be on Facebook.
Nationals: Junior Boys’ event redrawn
The Junior Boys' event at the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships has been redrawn after a number of players were forced to pull out because of covid isolation requirements.
Paul Drinkhall added to Team GB squad for Tokyo!
Paul Drinkhall has been added to the Team GB squad for the Tokyo Olympics! It will be the third Olympic appearance for Drinkhall after London 2012 and Rio 2016.
Matt takes the England helm
Matt Stanforth will lead the England team into the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham after stepping up to be Head of England Performance.
Big plans for British table tennis!
British table tennis is set to enter an exciting new era, with the home nations coming together to deliver a new strategic vision on the back of UK Sport’s £1.35m investment into the Great Britain performance pathway.
Could you fill key position in our tournament structure?
We are seeking a Chair of the Tournament Approval Panel, which sanctions external events in line with Table Tennis England regulations, and coordinates the Table Tennis England competition calendar.
Help us Level the Table
Club representatives are invited to a consultation session to share, discuss and gather feedback on the recent work in developing the Level the Table strategy, which is the sport's strategy to improve diversity and inclusion within the sport.
Podcast: Progressing through the England Pathway
England Performance Pathway coaches discuss how players transition between the different squads of the Pathway.
Double delight for Sienna, Kacper and Alyssa
Kacper Piwowar, Alyssa Nguyen and Sienna Jetha took the titles on day two of the Mark Bates Ltd U10-U13 National Championships to become double national champions, and there was a gold as well for Teagan Khazal.
First national champions for 16 months are crowned
Alyssa Nguyen was the first national champion to be crowned for 16 months as the Mark Bates Ltd U10-U13 National Championships got under way today at the University of Warwick.
As Us Anything returns with chance to quiz Directors
Ask Us Anything is back – and our members have the chance to put their questions about any aspects of our sport to five Table Tennis England Directors.
MAG Clubs Development Report published
The report from the Members Advisory Group (MAG) on “TT Clubs in England – 2021 and beyond” has been published on the MAG pages of the TTE website.
Team draw made for European Youth Championships
The England squads for the European Youth Championships have found out who they will be playing in the team events.
Draw published for U10-U13 Nationals
The first national champions for 16 months will be crowned this weekend at the Mark Bates Ltd U10-U13 National Championships.
Don Parker to chair new performance committee
Don Parker will chair a new Table Tennis England board sub-committee which has been set up to provide strategic oversight of the England talent and performance programme.
Ping Pong Parlours in running for national award
Our Ping Pong Parlour initiative has joined TT Kidz on the shortlist for a prestigious ukactive Award. The programme has been shortlisted for the Activation Award.
Podcast: How and why we created England Skills Awards
The England Skills Awards are the subject of the latest in our podcast series which goes inside Team England and the performance pathway.
Annual Review – your chance to ask questions
The opportunity for members to ask questions about the Table Tennis England Annual Review has been extended until a week before the online Annual Conference.... Continue reading
Drinkhall and Ho bow out to German seeds
Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho both exited to high-ranking German opposition as English interest in the European Championships ended in Warsaw today.
Obituary: Hampshire and Waterside TTC stalwart John Fox
Waterside TTC in Southampton is mourning the passing of match secretary John Fox. Club Chairman Colin French here pays tribute:
Drinkhall and Ho set up Germany clashes
Continuing the theme from football's European Championships, it's England v Germany all the way at the table tennis equivalent in Warsaw!
NCL and NJL entries now open
Entries for the National Cadet League and National Junior League for 2021/22 are now open.
TT Kidz in running for national award
TT Kidz has been shortlisted for a prestigious national sports award. Our initiative aimed at giving seven-to-11-year-olds a fun introduction to the sport has been named as a finalist in the ukactive Awards.
Walker and Bardsley bow out of singles
Sam Walker and Charlotte Bardsley were both eliminated from their respective singles at the European Championships in Warsaw today - but both still have the doubles to aim for.
Walker and Bardsley show fight at Euros
Sam Walker and Charlotte Bardsley bounced back from losing their opening singles matches to remain in contention to qualify for the knockout stage as the European Championships opened in Warsaw today.
New date for Gloucester Grand Prix
The Gloucester Grand Prix has been rescheduled for July 24-25, subject to covid restrictions not being extended again.
Free TT Kidz training and equipment for Premier Clubs
Table Tennis England are supporting clubs to bounce back and attract new juniors by providing free TT Kidz training and equipment to Premier Clubs new to the TT Kidz programme.
Inside Team England – podcast series launched
As international competitions resume, there is a busy time ahead for the England teams – and our new podcast series goes inside the pathway to find out how elite athletes of the present and future are created.
Luckless Pitchford forced to withdraw from Europeans
Unlucky Liam Pitchford has been forced to miss the European Championships, as the rest of the England squad find out who they will be playing when the event starts tomorrow.
Price and Patterson are cup champions
Louis Price and Mollie Patterson justified their top seedings as they won the respective gold medals at the Junior National Cup - the first national competition for 15 months.
National School Sports Week 2021!
It’s National School Sport Week 2021, celebrating the return of youth sport and its power to bring people back together with a week of school sports days held up and down the country.
Top Juniors ready for the big return
The long wait is over as the first national table tennis event for 15 months finally takes place this weekend.
Get pupils active next Friday with a TT Kidz live session!
Join us next Friday for a TT Kidz live session! In celebration of National School Sports Week, Table Tennis England are delivering a TT Kidz live session... Continue reading
Changes to national events scheduled before 19th July
The Gloucester Grand Prix on 26th and 27th June is regrettably cancelled and there will be no doubles events at either the U10-13s or Cadet & Junior Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
More Sport England funding success for table tennis clubs
Table tennis clubs and organisations continue to be highly successful in applying for Sport England Return to Play Small Grants funding.
Covering note for MAG Annual Report
The Members Advisory Group (MAG) has issued its Annual Report for 2020/21. The Report is available on the MAG pages of the TTE website here.... Continue reading
Neil’s relishing chance to bring top events to England
Table Tennis England’s Head of Competitions and Events Neil Rogers is among a group of 16 people chosen from across the entire sport sector for the inaugural Event Leaders Programme.
Steve’s steering our centenary celebrations!
A familiar face from the past is playing a key role as we plan the celebrations for the ETTA/Table Tennis England centenary season.
Austin powers to Spinners triumph
17 players took part in the Horsham Spinners Junior 1 Star on 12th June at Horsham Spinners TTC. They were split into 2 Round Robin Bands based on national ranking points.
ITTF seeks new committee members
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) is looking for applications for six positions across its Finance and Audit Committee and Ethics Commission.
DiSE athletes on a roll after completing studies
Table Tennis England’s first cohort of 13 athletes have successfully completed the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) programme, earning 64 UCAS points through developing understanding and demonstrating practical application of various aspects that go into being an elite athlete.
Pitchford and Ho selected for Tokyo Olympics!
Tin-Tin Ho and Liam Pitchford are heading to the Tokyo Olympics with Team GB!
Annual Review 2020/21 published
The Table Tennis England Annual Review has been published online and we are inviting questions from members ahead of the online AGM on July 17.
Sercer joins GB para coaching team
The British Para table tennis team has recruited leading international coach Matjaz Sercer to work with the athletes on its Pathway programme.
Competition Review: Members to have input
Members of the table tennis community will have their chance to help shape the future competition landscape of the sport in the country through a major consultation this summer.
TT Fast Format is a new option for Leagues
Local Leagues looking to grow participation and rejuvenate their current structures have the chance to give TT Fast Format a try.
National Conference a big hit with delegates
The 2021 Table Tennis England National Conference and Pride of Table Tennis Awards ceremony, held online on Saturday, was a great success.
UK Coaching Week 2021: Offers, resources & courses
It’s UK Coaching Week, this year focused around ‘The Great Coaching Comeback’!
Paralympic joy for Gilroy and Hunter-Spivey
British Para table tennis players Sue Gilroy and Jack Hunter-Spivey have secured qualification for the Paralympic Games in Tokyo by winning their respective events at the World Qualification Tournament in Lasko, Slovenia today.
Pride of Table Tennis winners announced!
The superstar volunteers of our sport have been honoured at the Pride of Table Tennis Awards ceremony.
Five in with a shot of booking Paralympic spots
After some great performances on day two of the Para table tennis World Qualification Tournament in Lasko, Slovenia five British athletes are still in with a chance of securing qualification for the Paralympic Games.
Positive results for GB Para athletes
At the end of day one of the World Qualification Tournament in Lasko, Slovenia all seven British athletes are still in with a chance of securing qualification for the Paralympic Games.
Three new Directors appointed to our Board
Kwadjo Adjepong, Ray James and Dr Emma Vickers have been appointed to the Board of Table Tennis England after an open recruitment process.
Entries open for UK’s first Parkinson’s tournament
Parkinson’s TT UK (PDTTUK) is proud to announce that registration is now open for the inaugural Ping Pong Parkinson National Championship. PDTTUK support players with... Continue reading
TT Kidz Virtual Schools Championship winners revealed!
24 year groups of students up and down the country have been practising and honing their table tennis skills at school through completing challenges within... Continue reading
Delegates set to flock to National Conference!
More than 100 delegates have signed up to attend Table Tennis England’s online 2021 National Conference and Pride of Table Tennis Awards ceremony on Saturday.
Nationals qualifying fuelled by 4* events
Youngsters looking to earn their places at the Mark Bates Ltd 2021/22 Cadet & Junior National Championships will have ample opportunities to qualify via a 4* event.
Bid launched to host Para Europeans in Sheffield
British Para Table Tennis has received approval from UK Sport, the UK government’s agency for major sporting events, to receive funding to bid for and, if successful, host the 2023 ITTF European Para Table Tennis Championships.
TT Leagues: Huge range of updates announced
With the return to adult play this week and many Local Leagues beginning to make plans for the new season, we today announce some important developments to our TT Leagues platform.
Obituary: Eileen Allison, much-loved referee
Eileen Allison, a much-loved referee and stalwart of VETTS competitions, has died suddenly at the age of 68.
Volunteer at the Commonwealth Games!
The search to find more than 13,000 volunteers for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has begun as applications open today to coincide with Volunteers’ Week.
Volunteers’ Week 2021
Volunteers’ Week is a time to say thanks for the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering. Join us this year to recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make!
2021 National Conference panel members revealed!
Panel members for the morning session of the 2021 National Conference have been revealed! The virtual conference, which is taking place on Saturday 5th June,... Continue reading
Webinar series to support clubs
Find out about upcoming Table Tennis England webinars for Clubs and Leagues, and watch previous webinars.
Seven athletes bid to seal Tokyo places
Two-time Paralympian and NHS hero Kim Daybell is one of seven British Para table tennis players who will be bidding to qualify for the Tokyo Paralympic Games when they compete in the World Qualification Tournament this week.
Don’t miss our National Conference!
With less than a month to go until the virtual Club, Coach and Volunteer Conference, taking place on Saturday 5th June, we have revealed some exciting content that will form the day’s agenda.
Squad complete for European Youth Championships
Three wildcard selections have completed the England squad for the European Youth Championships in Croatia in July.
Actors sought for table tennis theatre play
A theatre company is seeking table tennis-playing actors to bring a play centred around the sport to life.
Obituary: Veterans’ world champion Fred Lockwood
Fred Lockwood, twice a veterans' world champion and also a double European champion, has died after a long illness.
Ping! London joins forces with StreetTT
Tables and players thrive when activation occurs around tables and people feel welcomed into a community of like-minded individuals. The ease of restrictions has certainly... Continue reading
England squad announced for European Championships
England have named a five-strong squad for the European Championships due to take place in Warsaw from June 22-27.
Five come through Junior play-offs to join squad
Five England Junior players have been added to the squad for the European Youth Championships after earning their place through a series of play-offs over the weekend.
Community clubs get back to the table
The buzz for indoor table tennis is back as adults sessions restart at clubs up and down the country this week!
Welcome to our Pride of Table Tennis partner and supporters!
Rocca Creative has signed up as the Principal Partner of the Pride of Table Tennis Awards and the Table Tennis England National Conference.
Delight for county champions on return to play
Sunday 16 May was a great day for the young table tennis players across Northamptonshire as they finally had the opportunity to play some competitive table tennis for the first time since the March 2020
Quartet earn place in squad for Europeans
Connor Green, Jakub Piwowar, Anna Green and Maliha Baig have booked their places in the England squad for the European Youth Championships via the Cadet play-offs.
Cadet & Junior Nationals gets go-ahead
It is all systems go for the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships.
Could you play a key role in tournament management?
We are seeking a volunteer committee member to play a key role on our Tournament Approval Panel, which sanctions external events in line with Table Tennis England regulations, and coordinates the Table Tennis England competition calendar.
Entries open for Gloucester Grand Prix
Entries are open for the Gloucester Grand Prix - the first Grand Prix since October 2019.
Recast partnership set to grow our sport
Table tennis will be showcased to new audiences around the world thanks to a partnership between Table Tennis England and Recast – generating income to reinvest in the grassroots of the sport.
Ritchie Venner elected to Table Tennis England Board
Ritchie Venner has been elected to fill the vacancy of Elected Director on the Table Tennis England Board.
Award nominees Rocca to create our TT Clubs platform
Table Tennis England is pleased to announce an expansion to our partnership with Rocca Creative to develop a new online Club management tool - TT Clubs.
How our work is helping Disabled People be more active
As new findings published today by Activity Alliance reveal the growing impact of the pandemic on Disabled People, Table Tennis England is preparing to share our work on a new Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
Table tennis tables set in nature
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme is ‘nature’, so we’re showcasing a variety of outdoor table tennis tables set in scenic environments so you... Continue reading
Green light for U10-U13 Nationals!
The Mark Bates Ltd U10-U13 Nationals have been confirmed as ON for the weekend of 3-4 July.
Mental Health Awareness Week: Nature
This year's Mental Health Awareness Week is focused on mental health and nature - and we have visited one location where the Ping! initiative is helping to promote positive mental health.
Get set for a season of centenary celebrations!
The centenary celebrations for ETTA/Table Tennis England are just six months away!
Junior National Cup invitations confirmed
Two dozen of the best young players in England have been invited to the Junior National Cup – the first national event back on the calendar since the start of the pandemic.
Charlotte and Ethan delighted to extend Junior careers
Leading Juniors Charlotte Bardsley and Ethan Walsh are relishing the unexpected chance to add another title to their respective CVs at the rescheduled Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior Nationals.
Green and Wong on top at first competition
Carlton le Willows Table Tennis Centre hosted the first competition back on the calendar since restrictions began to ease, and young England pathway players Connor Green and Jasmin Wong were the winners.
AGM resolutions published
The resolutions going forward to the Table Tennis England AGM on 17th July, and the rationales behind them, have been published.
Ready for a Grand reunion!
The Grand Prix circuit is back on the calendar and heading to Gloucester in June!
Pandemic leads to drop in activity levels
The pandemic has led to a big drop in activity levels, including table tennis, according to the latest Active Lives survey by Sport England.
Why we’re joining social media boycott
Table Tennis England and members of the England squads are standing in solidarity with victims of online abuse by joining the #EnoughIsEnough social media boycott this weekend.
Get your club on board for TT Kidz!
TT Kidz, the eight-week inspiring, engaging and fun programme designed to give under-11s a great first experience in table tennis is returning in the autumn – so now is the time to register your club!
England coach Gavin is part of trailblazing programme
England men’s coach Gavin Evans is among the first cohort in the new High-Performance Coach Apprenticeship (HiCAP) programme launched today by UK Sport.
Applications sought for Non-Executive Directors
Table Tennis England is advertising for three Non-Executive Directors and has published supporting information to help prospective applicants.
Junior National Cup will go ahead!
The Junior National Cup is ON! The event, for the top-ranked male and female Juniors, is set to be the first national tournament for more than a year and will be held under covid protocols.
GB squad reflect on Olympic qualifying event
The four Team GB players have been reflecting on missing out on securing an Olympics place at the European Singles Qualification Tournament.
Drinkhall misses out on Olympics spot
Paul Drinkhall missed out on a spot at the Tokyo Olympics as he was beaten in two winner-take-all matches at the European Singles Qualification Tournament.
Olympic dream over for Walker and Carey
Sam Walker and Charlotte Carey's hopes of qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics are over, leaving Paul Drinkhall to fly the flag for Great Britain.
Carey and Drinkhall still on Olympic trail despite defeats
Charlotte Carey and Paul Drinkhall have missed their first chance of qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics via the European Singles Qualification Tournament - Carey in heartbreaking fashion after missing five match points in her first-stage quarter-final.
Announcing our support for Parkinson’s TT UK
Table Tennis England is proud to announce its support of Parkinson’s TT UK (PDTTUK). Members of the group are committed to enhancing and creating more... Continue reading
GB trio reach knockout stage at Olympic qualifiers
Paul Drinkhall and Charlotte Carey are still going strong in the European Singles Qualification Tournament, but Tin-Tin Ho and Sam Walker have been eliminated.
How we’re helping pupils get active again
Table Tennis England is supporting a new initiative to provide schools, local authorities and families with easy access to free resources to get children moving before, during and after the school day.
Clubs getting back to what they do best
As restrictions have eased, clubs up and down the country have been able to restart sessions for junior players.
Drinkhall double on day one in Portugal
Paul Drinkhall started with a double victory and Sam Walker, Charlotte Carey and Tin-Tin Ho also picked up wins as the European Singles Qualification Tournament got under way in Portugal today.
Book your place at our National Conference
Table Tennis England invites Clubs, Coaches and Volunteers to book their place for the 2021 National Conference.
Olympic qualifiers draw revealed – how to watch
The four-strong Team GB contingent at the European Singles Qualification Tournament in Portugal have discovered their first-stage opponents as they battle to secure a place at the Tokyo Olympics.
Membership offers to help everyone get back playing
Table Tennis England has announced further details of our membership offers designed to help everyone get back playing as the country moves out of restrictions in the coming weeks.
How we have continued working for our members during lockdown
While lockdown has put much of daily life on hold, Table Tennis England has still been busy working on behalf of our members and the wider sport.
Three candidates for Elected Director
The nomination period for the election of one Elected Director to serve on the Board of Table Tennis England has closed - and three candidates will be on the ballot paper.
Olympic chance a bonus, says Sam Walker
Sam Walker says he feels no pressure as he prepares for an unexpected crack at securing qualification for the Tokyo Olympics.
Can you help us take Pride in our volunteers?
How would you like to help us show our appreciation to the unsung heroes of our sport by supporting the Pride of Table Tennis Awards?
Have your say and help us shape our work
Today Table Tennis England launches its annual membership survey – your chance to help shape our future strategies and have your say about how we support our members and the wider table tennis community. Take part and you could win one of three £50 Amazon vouchers!
MAG quarterly report published
The Members' Advisory Group has produced an Update Report on its activities in the period November to March, covering both its project work and its work in engaging with the table tennis community.
Save the date for virtual National Conference
Table Tennis England invites Clubs, Coaches and Volunteers to ‘save the date’ for the 2021 National Conference!
Watch our Ready to Return webinar
Our latest Ready to Return webinar has helped clubs to prepare for their return to indoor table tennis.
Why Germany practice is perfect for Pitchford
Liam Pitchford believes that missing the European Olympic qualifiers in favour of elite practice opportunities in Germany will help him get in the best shape for Tokyo.
Schools ready to serve up virtual TT Kidz championships!
The new TT Kidz Virtual Schools Championship is under way - watch video demonstrations of the challenges being undertaken in classrooms across the country!
Marking 50 years of ‘Ping Pong Diplomacy’
Look back at the remarkable 'Ping Pong Diplomacy' visit by the US team to China 50 years ago this month.
Ping! springs into action with the easing of lockdown
The arrival of spring, coupled with the welcome news that people may play table tennis on outdoor tables, has created the perfect platform to announce... Continue reading
GB quartet target Olympic place at qualifiers
Four Team GB players will compete at the European Singles Qualification Tournament in Portugal this month, with places at the Olympic Games at stake.
How your feedback helps shape our work
Our annual Membership Survey will be released later this month, giving all our members the opportunity to provide feedback. Find out more about the many ways we consult with our members, and how your responses shape our decisions.
New look for ETTU
The European Table Tennis Unior (ETTU) celebrated World Table Tennis Day yesterday by launching its new logo.
Age-group Nationals back on the calendar this summer!
Young players will have the chance to compete for national titles this season, with the two age-group National Championships now rescheduled for July.
Liam joins World Table Tennis Day broadcast
England No 1 Liam Pitchford joined in a 24-hour live stream to celebrate World Table Tennis Day.
Brighton duo feature on bus initiative
Brighton Table Tennis Club has plenty of coaches – now they have their own bus as well! Club founders Tim Holtam and Wen Wei are featured on the side of a bus in the city as part of a new community initiative.
Selection process for European Youth Championships
England will send a full team to the European Youth Championships, scheduled to be held in Croatia in July.
Tin-Tin’s letter of thanks to Kim Daybell
England No 1 and medical student Tin-Tin Ho has written to Paraylmpian table tennis player and doctor Kim Daybell, to thank him for the guidance he has given her on combining two careers.
Junior category extended to under-19
Read what the extension of the Junior category to U19 means for our members and competitions - plus latest news on restarting the rankings.
Pride of Table Tennis national shortlists revealed!
The countdown is on to the unveiling of this year’s Pride of Table Tennis National Award winners!
Arrange and play outdoor sport with the LinQsport App!
As the country opens up again this week for outside exercise and sport, start creating your outdoor LinQups today in the LinQsport App! It couldn’t... Continue reading
Election of Elected Director
Nominations are now open for the position of one Elected Director to serve on the Board of Table Tennis England – and the election procedure has been confirmed.
Still time to sign up for TT Kidz Schools Virtual Championship!
Table Tennis England is launching a new virtual competition for schools across England to enter free of charge in the spring term.
Special ‘return from lockdown’ offer for shopping centres!
Shopping centres can welcome visitors back with some free ping pong! We have a special return from lockdown 20% OFF for all shopping centres that... Continue reading
Sport England funding success for table tennis clubs
Table tennis clubs and organisations have been highly successful in applying for Sport England Return to Play Small Grants funding (£300 to £10,000). To date,... Continue reading
Simon becomes BRIT ambassador
Commonwealth Games hopeful Simon Heaps has become an ambassador for a charity supporting mental health in young adults.
Get set for outdoor table tennis!
We’re getting excited for the return of outdoor table tennis next week! From Monday 29th March in accordance to government’s roadmap out of lockdown, people... Continue reading
Obituary: The great Chester Barnes
Tributes have been paid to Chester Barnes, a great enigmatic talent of table tennis, who has died suddenly at the age of 74.
Fatigue cost me in final, says Pitchford
Liam Pitchford feels fatigue from his epic semi-final proved costly as he was beaten in the phase 2 final at the world Olympic qualifying tournament – plus reaction from Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho to the tournament.
Getting tournaments back on the calendar
As the government roadmap out of restrictions hopefully moves us back towards normality, the possibility of playing table tennis tournaments in the coming weeks is opening up – and several events are already on the calendar.
Sandra’s at centre of ITTF equality campaign
Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton has been singled out as an inspiring role model by an ITTF campaign to empower more women to play leading roles in the sport.
Pitchford beaten in Olympic qualifiers final
Liam Pitchford's Olympic dreams are on hold for now after he lost in the final of the second stage of the world qualifying tournament in Doha.
Pitchford blitzes his way into semi-final
Liam Pitchford once again stands two wins away from a place at the Tokyo Olympics after a thumping win in the second phase of the qualifying tournament in Doha.
AGM will be online due to pandemic
The 2021 Table Tennis England AGM will take place online in the light of anticipated ongoing uncertainty over mass meetings, the Board has decided.
Drinkhall out, but Pitchford has another chance
Liam Pitchford will hope for better fortunes in stage two of the Olympic singles qualifying tournament, but Paul Drinkhall's tournament is over following defeats for the top two GB players today.
Ho and Carey beaten, but men go through
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall are safely into day two of the Olympic qualifying tournament, but Tin-Tin Ho and Charlotte Carey lost their second-round matches in six games to higher-ranked opponents.
Olympic qualifiers – where to watch
Charlotte Carey will be the first Great Britain player in action as the World Singles Qualification Tournament gets under way on Sunday morning.
Mentor Jarvis leads live session for youngsters
England's Tom Jarvis led a Youth Sport Trust (YST) After School Club for children and young people.
GB stars ready for Tokyo shot
Four British players have Tokyo in their sights at the World Olympic Qualifying Tournament starting in Doha, Qatar, on Sunday.
Live TT Kidz Awards sessions a big success
TT Kidz was beamed into living rooms across the land as the TT Kidz Awards programme went live during lockdown.
Membership initiatives to help everyone get back playing
Table Tennis England is freezing fees and offering membership deals as we help to get everyone back playing after lockdown.
Win tickets to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
England’s finest take on the rest of the Commonwealth as they go for medal glory on home soil in Birmingham next year – and you... Continue reading
European Veterans’ Championship cancelled
The European Veterans' Championship, due to begin in Cardiff on June 26, 2022, has been cancelled.
Pitchford edged out by Karlsson
Liam Pitchford saw a match point go begging as he was beaten 13-11 in a deciding set by Kristian Karlsson at the WTT Star Contender in Doha.
IWD: Juliet Bertie’s story
Our final female story for International Women’s Day comes from Juliet Bertie, who is part of the Members’ Advisory Group for Table Tennis England. Juliet’s... Continue reading
IWD: Milestone performance highlights
On International Women’s Day, we look at three milestone performance highlights by England athletes on the world stage through the ages.
IWD: Priya Samuel’s story
Our next female story of the day is that of Priya Samuel, a Table Tennis England Board Director and successful business woman. What is your... Continue reading
IWD: Kate Hughes Story
For International Women’s Day 2021 we’re highlighting and celebrating women’s achievements in table tennis. Kate Hughes inspires young girls to take part in table tennis... Continue reading
IWD: Jeanette Anderson’s story
Table tennis is a game that can be enjoyed by everyone, and this story below highlights how it can add value to the lives of... Continue reading
International Women’s Day: Choose to Challenge!
Today the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2021(IWD) and this year’s theme is to #choosetochallenge: “A challenged world is an alert world and from challenge... Continue reading
Drinkhall misses out on main draw in Doha
Paul Drinkhall was unable to join Liam Pitchford in the main draw of the WTT Star Contender in Doha as he was defeated by Romania's Hunor Szocs in the final qualifying round.
Tom Jarvis to lead the YST After School Club!
England's Tom Jarvis is mentoring up-and-coming athletes by leading a Youth Sport Trust (YST) After School Club for children and young people.
Age group Nationals cancelled
Table Tennis England has taken the difficult decision to cancel the Mark Bates Ltd Cadet & Junior National Championships and U10-U13 National Championships on their... Continue reading
Hand injury hampers Pitchford in Doha defeat
Liam Pitchford, hampered by a hand injury, suffered a surprise defeat in the first round of the WTT Contender event in Doha today, going down in four games to world No 144 Andreas Levenko.
MAG Feedback Report on Performance published
Table Tennis England’s Performance Team and the Members’ Advisory Group (MAG) have collaborated to produce a report and action plan to build on the strengths of the Team England pathway and address areas for improvement.
TT Leagues up for prestigious award
Table Tennis England’s TT Leagues platform, developed alongside Rocca Creative, has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
Charity challenge has a chilly end for Bethany!
Bethany Ellis has nailed her 100-mile running challenge and taken her total raised for cancer charities to more than £2,400.
Pride of Table Tennis Awards: regional winners announced!
The Pride of Table Tennis Awards regional winners have been revealed! A total of 31 inspirational individuals have been honoured for their immense dedication to table tennis.
Tin-Tin is defeated in Doha
Tin-Tin Ho was defeated by world No 76 Sarah De Nutte of Luxembourg in the third qualifying round of the WTT Contender event in Doha today.
National Careers Week 2021: careers in table tennis
National Careers Week (NCW) is a celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education across the UK running from the 1st – 6th March.... Continue reading
Drinkhall and Walker exit WTT but Ho goes through
Tin-Tin Ho won her first match at the WTT Contender event in Doha, but Paul Drinkhall was edged out and Sam Walker's campaign has been ended by injury.
Athletes can target golden finale to Games
Table tennis will feature in 20 sessions at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, with a possible golden finale to the Games for Team England.
London Grand Prix cancelled
The London Grand Prix on May 29-30 has been cancelled in line with our coronavirus cancellation policy.
Obituary: England international Peter Williams
It is with much regret that we have learnt former England International, Peter Williams, has passed away.
Mark Bates: Why we are committed to our sport
Mark Bates, Managing Director of National Championships sponsors Mark Bates Ltd, talks about the company's support for table tennis and how our members can benefit.
Inside an England training session
Young athletes from the England performance pathway had an inside track to what it takes to reach the top as they watched an elite training session online - and now you can watch too.
Trio of England coaches tap into German expertise
Craig Bryant, Evie Collier and Ryan Jenkins, attended the ETTU coaching seminar on February 22, alongside 175 participants from 42 nations.
How Sam and Lois became WTT digital film stars!
Two England internationals played an integral part in creating the exciting World Table Tennis (WTT) brand which makes its global debut in Doha at the weekend.
Your input needed on new league programme
Would you like to feed into the development of a new local league programme for the sport?
England stars well prepared for competition return
The long wait for competitive action is nearly over for the England stars heading off to compete at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Middle East Hub.
Under-12 National Cup cancelled
The Under-12 National Cup has become the latest competition to be called off in line with our coronavirus cancellation policy.
Get set for our Nationals rewind!
Get set to enjoy world-class table tennis as we celebrate the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships one year on!
Juniors make the most of Linz link
WATCH: England junior players were given inside access to a training session at one of the biggest clubs in Europe - and the chance to question one of the top European players.
Newcastle University rising to challenge with local clubs
Table tennis is playing an integral part in Newcastle University's bid to maintain a UK top-10 ranking in university sport, with the institution building important links with local clubs.
TT Kidz helping Thomas to continue family tradition
Thomas Ellis has been relishing taking part in the TT Kidz live sessions during lockdown, and is showing fantastic potential.
AGM 2021: Date and details
The Table Tennis England Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on Saturday July 17, 2021.
Competition review: Steering Group announced
People from all areas of the sport have come together to form the Steering Group which will support the Table Tennis England competition review.
Home Nations come together for e-camp
England hosted a three-day Home Nations performance e-camp, alongside athletes from Scotland and Wales, and Jersey’s Hannah Silcock.
Official Statement
The Table Tennis England Board met today and has issued the following statement. The Board has made various attempts to restore trust with Elected Deputy... Continue reading
Join our “Purposeful Practice” webinar
We are offering an opportunity for our licensed coaches to see how we are working with the England youth players.
Paralympian Daybell takes on mentoring role
Para table tennis star Kim Daybell, who put his Tokyo ambitions on hold last March to join the NHS fight against COVID-19, has taken on a role as a mentor with the True Athlete Project (TAP).
Catch up on our Women & Girls webinar
If you missed our Women & Girls webinar led by the Table Tennis England coaching department you can watch the recorded webinar in full here.... Continue reading
TT Kidz is offering Community Groups free kit bags!
We are calling all Community Groups interested in running three to four TT Kidz live sessions to get in contact with us as we have... Continue reading
The Jack Petchey Foundation is looking for young people to have their voices heard
The Jack Petchey Foundation have recently hosted a series of digital meetings between young people, MPs and London Assembly members about young people’s experiences of... Continue reading
Catch up on TT Fit webinar
In case you missed it, we held a webinar about the TT Fit app with special guest and founder of TT Fit, Keith Knox. Catch... Continue reading
What can Clubs do in lockdown 3.0 to prepare for a return to play?
Following our recent Participation Survey, there is a strong indication players across the age groups are keen to return when possible. So, what can clubs... Continue reading
Impact of COVID-19 on Grassroots Activity Survey
The last year has been incredibly tough for community clubs. Lockdowns, restrictions and social-distancing has seen many of you temporarily close or reduce your capacity... Continue reading
Online disability awareness training module launched
Table Tennis England has launched a new disability awareness online training module for the sport’s workforce and volunteers, and sign-ups are now open. Disability awareness... Continue reading
Tom and David step up their injury comebacks
England duo Tom Jarvis and David McBeath are stepping up their rehab after hip operations by returning to the table at squad practice sessions in Nottingham.
Play at Home boost for isolated families
Table Tennis England is once again taking the sport to some of the most isolated and inactive members of society during the lockdown.
New bat colours revealed!
The future of table tennis will be brighter after the International Table Tennis Federation revealed the four new colours which will be allowed as racket coverings - watch video showing how the process has unfolded.
Board statement
The Board of Table Tennis England has agreed that, working together, they want to restore trust, respect, confidence and harmony within the Board.
Ping! welcomes Sheffield to the table
Table Tennis England and Sheffield City Council have joined forces to bring Ping! to the heart of the city.
Have a say and help us improve the sport for female players
England international Emma Vickers is helping Table Tennis England to find out how to optimise female player experience and keep women in the sport long term – and players of all levels have the chance to have their say.
Survey reveals impact of covid on Disabled People in sport
Twice as many Disabled People felt that coronavirus greatly reduced their ability to do sport or physical activity compared to non-disabled people, according to Activity Alliance’s annual Disability and Activity Survey.
Bethany’s on the mother of all charity challenges!
Bethany Ellis is once again going the distance for charity – and this time her mum is joining her!
Free LinQ to online fitness for our community!
Table Tennis England's partners at LinQsport are helping the sport's community to find ways to keep themselves fit during lockdown.
ELCC cancelled
The English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC) have been cancelled this season because of the ongoing pandemic restrictions.
Obituary: Geof Bax, veterans’ world champion
Geof Bax, veterans' world champion, VETTS stalwart - and star of a National Lottery film about table tennis - has died at the age of 88.
Webinar: Women & Girls
On the 11th February at 7pm we will be running a webinar discussing Women & Girls in table tennis. We’ll be looking at the pressures... Continue reading
New series of virtual club workshops
Table Tennis England is pleased to invite Clubs to attend a series of free-to-attend online workshops delivered in partnership with Sport England Club Matters.
Butterfly schools national finals to become weekend event
The Table Tennis England Schools’ committee has been busy planning for the 2021/22 season and has made the decision to hold the Finals of both the Butterfly National Individual and Team Competitions over the same weekend and at the same venue.
Webinar: the Future of Coach and Education
If you missed out on our recent webinar outlining the future of coach and education at Table Tennis England then you can watch the full... Continue reading
Have your say on Junior category expansion
Table Tennis England is asking for the views of members on the domestic implications of a change in youth categories by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).
Missed a club webinar? Catch up here
Missed one of our free club webinars? You can watch them all here!
Friends reunited as officials meet online
The Technical Officials Committee (TOC) webinar this week brought together 94 umpires, referees and tournament organisers.
Phil’s online fitness sessions are on the up
Phil Coker is a table tennis version of Joe Wicks as he takes his online fitness classes to new levels.
Online course for new Tournament Organisers
If you want to bring tournament table tennis to your club after restrictions are lifted, our latest online course is just right for you.
EGM: Ballot results
The votes cast at this week’s EGM have now been counted and verified by the Returning Officer and Scrutineers and can now be published.
“Driving performance progress in a virtual landscape”
With Lockdown 3.0 in place, our pathway coaches have had to adapt to a completely different set of circumstances to the traditional player coach relationship,... Continue reading
How Brighton TTC helped create a Movement
Brighton Table Tennis Club were in the spotlight as Sport England launched Uniting the Movement, the organisation’s 10-year vision to transform lives and communities through sport and physical activity.
How we’re getting pupils involved in table tennis
The Jack Petchey Table Donation Scheme supports London and Essex schools by providing equipment packages to develop their table tennis offer for the 10th consecutive... Continue reading
Obituary: Jose Rogers, Leicester stalwart
Jose Rogers, who was a veritable stalwart of table tennis in the Leicester area for over 60 years, sadly died last week.
Baggaley finds ‘The Flash’ too hot in final
Andrew Baggaley was defeated in the final of the inaugural World Ping Pong Masters as Germany’s Alexander Flemming finally got his hands on a big prize on English soil.
Applications open for Birmingham 2022 umpires
Table Tennis England has opened the process of Umpire Selection for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
English coaches benefit from ETTU webinar
A group of English coaches including Chris Turner, Ryan Jenkins, Evie Collier, Jo Green, Shirley Pickering and Matt Porter attended a virtual ETTU coaching webinar based around psychology.
TT Kidz is giving away 50 free Awards Packs!
Looking for something to keep the kids active with during Lockdown 3.0? We’ve got just the thing! We’re bringing our TT Kidz Awards programme to... Continue reading
Baggaley leads field aiming to be Ping Pong Master
World ping pong champion Andrew Baggaley leads a field of 24 for a behind-closed-doors World Ping Pong Masters tournament this weekend.
Participation Survey: What you told us
The majority of regular table tennis players say they will return to the sport when lockdown restrictions are lifted, according to our major Participation Survey.
Three clubs win defibrillators
Find out which three table tennis clubs won full-funded defibrillators in our draw in conjunction with London Hearts.
Could you help steer our competition review?
Table Tennis England is looking for players, organisers and club officials to help steer our competition review.
Olympic qualifiers postponed
The European Olympic Qualifying Tournament has been pushed back from February to April.
Pathway funding a big positive, says Pitchford
England No 1 Liam Pitchford has welcomed UK Sport’s investment of £1.35 million to fund British table tennis through to the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Youth participation holds steady despite pandemic
The number of young people playing table tennis remained stable in the last year, despite the coronavirus pandemic, according to the latest Active Lives Children and Young People Survey.
How ‘wax on, wax off’ is helping our England youngsters
When members of the England Junior Training Group were given the ‘homework’ of watching The Karate Kid before their latest online session, they might have wondered what relevance it had to their work.
The EGM will take place
In response to questions from members, as well as online discussion, about whether the EGM on Monday 25 January is still taking place, Table Tennis England has released an explanation of the legal position.
European Championships qualifiers cancelled
England men will go through automatically to this year's European Championships after their qualifying stage was cancelled because of the pandemic. However, the women's team will have to wait to find out when they will play qualifying rounds.
Technical Officials invited to join webinar
Technical Officials have a chance to catch up with each other, hear updates and ask questions about the latest officiating developments at our webinar this month.
Join our webinar on the future of coach education
Coaches, potential coaches and all interested members are invited to our webinar covering the future shape of the coaching and education opportunities provided by Table Tennis England.
Pride of Table Tennis local nominations announced
The table tennis family has rallied together to ensure the incredible voluntary efforts of individuals and organisations up and down the country do not go unnoticed - with more than 150 nominations to our Pride of Table Tennis Awards.
Pitchford retains top-15 place in rankings
Liam Pitchford is at No 15 and Paul Drinkhall, Sam Walker and Tin-Tin Ho are in their respective top 100s as the new-style ITTF world ranking lists are published for the first time this week.
Sandra Deaton reappointed to key ITTF committee
Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton has been reappointed to the influential International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Nominations Committee.
How sport and business success have common roots
Table Tennis England Technical Director Alan Cooke talks about how sporting disciplines and lessons can translate into a business environment in an online interview with table tennis player turned business consultant Steve Mills.
It’s a rap for John’s table tennis-inspired music!
It might be a stretch to dub him the Pete Tong of table tennis, but Ormesby TTC member John Lowe has been using the sport to inspire his musical creations.
Official Statement
The Board of Directors has called an EGM as they are required to do upon the request of company members representing at least 5% of... Continue reading
Ready to Return latest statement
Table tennis activity contributes to many health, social and economic benefits across the country and many of us will be missing the game, however it is vitally important that when activity is resumed, it does not compromise the health and safety of individuals or communities.
Competitions: Latest coronavirus situation
Following the announcement of lockdown 3.0 on January 4, here is a summary of what this means for our competitions structure.
Register to join the Pride of Table Tennis Awards judging panel
If you want to play a key role in choosing the Pride of Table Tennis Awards winners then we have just the opportunity.
Four selected for Olympic qualifying tournament
Great Britain are sending the maximum permitted four players to the European Olympic Qualifying Tournament in February.
Coach John Mapletoft honoured by the Queen
Grassroots table tennis coach John Mapletoft says he is “pleased and proud” to become a Medallist of the Order of the British Empire in the New Year Honours - and thanked the local volunteers who have helped him during his 50-year career.
New-look WTT, plus a funding boost to end the year
From the eye-catching launch of World Table Tennis to a UK Sport Olympic funding boost to end the year on a high . . . read part two of our review of 2020.
Liam and Paul make history before lockdown bites
Historic success for Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall before the effects of the pandemic struck . . . part one of our review of 2020.
We’re joining forces to put sport at heart of recovery
Table Tennis England has signed up to a sports industry new year’s resolution pledging to put physical activity at the heart of the nation’s recovery from the pandemic in 2021.
Notice of EGM
The Board of Table Tennis England has published the Notice of the Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) which will take place at 7pm on Monday January 25, 2021.
England pathway squads announced
An expanded Junior Training Group has been announced alongside new Hopes and Aspire squads after the latest England performance pathway assessments.
Kelly Sibley appointed England women’s coach
Kelly Sibley is targeting more Commonwealth Games success for England after being appointed National Coach for the England women’s team through to the Birmingham 2022 Games.
Chairman’s message – Christmas 2020
I write these words to all Table Tennis England members at the end of what must be the most challenging year most of us have ever known.
World Championships cancelled
The delayed World Team Championships 2020, due to be held in South Korea at the end of February, have been cancelled - the first time since the Second World War that the Championships will not be held.
Fundraiser Stephen honoured by Trust
The legacy of inspirational cancer fundraiser and table tennis player Stephen Sutton lives on as the Teenage Cancer Trust celebrates its 30th birthday.
Table tennis awarded UK Sport funding to 2024
British table tennis has been awarded £1.35 million UK Sport funding through to the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Senior British League season cancelled
The remainder of the Senior British League season, including the Premier Division, has been cancelled.
Pitchford’s Champions League campaign is over
Liam Pitchford's Champions League dream will have to wait for another year at least as his UMMC team were defeated in the semi-finals by Borussia Dusseldorf.
Clubs and leagues get funding boost
Table Tennis England is continuing to support clubs and leagues welcome their members back to playing. In the most recent round of funding, clubs leagues and counties could apply for up to £500 to support activity to resume.
Green light for review of our competitions
Table Tennis England will be undertaking a root-and-branch competition review in the new year, encompassing the entire national competition structure.
Rankings modifications – your input sought
Table Tennis England is asking for more input from our members to help shape future modifications to the rankings system.
ITTF Foundation among award winners
The ITTF Foundation and Table Tennis England partners Jockey Club Services were among the medallists at the Sport Business Awards 2020.
TT Kidz gets festive!
Table Tennis England's inspiring TT Kidz programme is bringing festive fun to living rooms across the country on December 21 with the final TT Kidz Live session of the year.
Preston stalwart Tony Rigby retires
After more than 40 years of service to Preston Table Tennis Association, Tony Rigby has earned the plaudits coming his way after his decision to retire.
Pitchford victory puts UMMC into last four
Liam Pitchford chiselled out the vital victory as his UMMC side reached the last four of the Champions League with a 3-1 victory over Bogoria Mazowiecki of Poland - but Sam Walker's Hennebont went out in the quarter-finals.
World Veteran Championships cancelled
The World Veteran Championships, due to be held in Bordeaux at the end of April 2021, have been cancelled.
We’re stepping up our support for Licensed Coaches
Today we launch a new package of support for Licensed Coaches to help them develop their coaching knowledge and be the best they can be.
Walker wins as Hennebont advance
Sam Walker won on his first appearance in the Champions League to help his club Hennebont secure a place in the knockout stage.
Pitchford into Champions League quarters
Liam Pitchford's double put his UMMC team into the Champions League quarter-finals today thanks to a 3-1 overall victory against Sporting Clube de Portugal.
Great start for Pitchford in the Champions League
Competing for the first time for Russian club UMMC, Pitchford and his team eased through the first tie against Czech side Enfireex Ostrave winning 3... Continue reading
British Paralympian wins prestigious award
The National Lottery Spirit of Sport award was won by Kim Daybell, Polly Swann and Vicky Wright, who stepped away from sport this year to... Continue reading
Wandsworth welcomes a new Parlour
With the welcome news of a vaccine, the dark days of lockdown should soon be behind us and we’re hopeful that our Ping Pong Parlour... Continue reading
Pitchford has eyes on the top prize
Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker are preparing for Champions League action with the clubs, starting in Dusseldorf tomorrow. Find out what both have to say about the competition.
Could you be a County Championships organiser?
Table Tennis England is looking for two volunteers to join the County Championships Committee as Cadet Premier Weekend Organiser and Veterans Premier Weekend Organiser.
Bolton & Co miss out in tight semi-final
Emily Bolton’s women’s Champions League experience is over after her team Saint Quentinois lost in the semi-finals.
Chairman’s message to clubs and leagues
Hello everyone. I’m writing to you at the end of surely the most challenging year most of us have faced – as individuals, families, communities and within the sport we all love.
Bolton soaks up Champions League experience
Emily Bolton is relishing an unexpected chance to be part of the Women's Champions League as the competition moves to the semi-final stage.
Don’t miss funding opportunities
Funding from both Sport England and Table Tennis England is still available for Clubs and Leagues to apply for.
Online Activator course – free places for PremierClubs
Table Tennis England have recently launched an online TT Activator Award. This has been designed to provide individuals with the tools to run fun and engaging activities in various playing environments.
First Premier fixture of new year cancelled
The fourth round of Senior British League, Premier Division, fixtures have been called off, six weeks before the scheduled date of January 16.
Drinkhall and Walker flying high in French league
Paul Drinkhall and Sam Walker could be battling for the French League title come the end of the season, with both their teams up in the top three of the table after the first few rounds of matches.
What the post-lockdown changes mean for table tennis
Following lockdown 2.0 ending at 12.01am on Wednesday December 2, we have updated our official guidance documents to include details about moving between tiers, plus guidance for coaches and competitions.
New Linq will help you set up a match!
Table Tennis England has teamed up with LinQsport, who have developed an app which helps players find somewhere to play – and an opponent to take on.
Mentors will be guiding lights for coaches
Four Coach Mentors are helping Table Tennis England increase the support we provide to coaches in these challenging times and beyond.
Obituary: Eric Todd, BATTS founder
Eric Todd, a founder of the BATTS club in the 1980s and who played a pivotal role in its development over the years in its many locations and guises, has died at the age of 87.
Sign up for the return of TT Kidz!
TT Kidz, our inspiring programme to get under-11s into table tennis, is returning in the spring - so now is the time to get your club signed up to deliver sessions!
I know what I need to work on, says Pitchford
Liam Pitchford has reflected on his return to international table tennis after the long months away, as his three-tournament stay in China came to an end at the WTT Macao event.
Funding to help clubs, leagues and counties
Table Tennis England today announces a raft of additional funding support for clubs, leagues and counties to help them through the pandemic.
TT Kidz goes Live in schools!
The first TT Kidz Live session for schools inspired and enthused around 50 pupils - and there are more sessions on the way!
Need a stocking filler?
This year has seen an unprecedented surge in the sale of home table tennis tables with the nation occupying the long days of lock-down by... Continue reading
Mark Bates Ltd Senior Nationals cancelled
The Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships have been cancelled but Table Tennis England continues to discuss hosting an alternative event later in 2021.
Students rise to the challenge to boost mental health
University of Nottingham table tennis players are proving that no challenge is insurmountable if you work as a team – and it’s all in the name of encouraging people to talk about mental health.
Pitchford knocked out of WTT Macao
Liam Pitchford was knocked out of the WTT Macao competition as South Korea's Jeoung Youngsik won a close match in the Battle Round Two stage.
Pitchford takes to WTT in style with opening victory
Liam Pitchford’s first experience of World Table Tennis was a positive one as he recovered from losing the first set to beat South Korea’s Jang Woojin 3-1 (9-11, 11-4, 11-10, 11-7).
Our new partnership is a great Fit for Licensed Coaches!
A new partnership between Table Tennis England and TTFit Pro will revolutionise how our Licensed Coaches develop their skills and connect with their players and with our National Coaches.
Pitchford excited by new WTT era
Liam Pitchford will play South Korea’s Jang Woojin as a new era of World Table Tennis is launched in Macao tomorrow - and is excited by the new look and new format it brings.
Obituary: Ron Bayliss, Draycott & Long Eaton TTC founder
Roy Bayliss, a stalwart of table tennis in the East Midlands, has passed away aged 88.
England’s Felix cooks up a culinary fundraiser
Young England player Felix Thomis is hoping to find the right fundraising recipe with a star-studded table tennis cookbook.
YST targets Big help for teachers
The Youth Sport Trust is putting the wellbeing of teachers at the forefront of its involvement in The Big Give campaign.
Not good enough, admits honest Pitchford
Liam Pitchford admitted his match against Hugo Calderano at the ITTF Finals left him feeling "disappointed and quite angry with myself".
MAG reaching out to clubs
The Members' Advisory Group is inviting clubs to join an online discussion about their key role in the sport - find out how your club can get involved.
Win one of three £50 Amazon vouchers
Our latest participation survey aims to find out what effect COVID-19 restrictions continue to have on the table tennis community - everyone who responds will go into a draw to win one of three £50 Amazon vouchers.
Pitchford sent tumbling by Calderano
Liam Pitchford fell at the first stage of the ITTF Finals in Zhengzhou as he ran into world No 6 Hugo Calderano in blistering form.
Why #SaveOurSports campaign matters
Get involved in the #SaveOurSports campaign - and read case studies as members of the table tennis family describe some of their experiences during and between the lockdown periods.
New panel to tackle diversity project
The table tennis community will be asked to input into a new, updated diversity action plan to help ensure the sport is fully inclusive for people of all backgrounds.
Vacancy for National Women’s Coach
Applications are sought for a National Coach to lead the England women’s team into the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games.
Calderano up first for Pitchford at ITTF Finals
Liam Pitchford will face Brazil's Hugo Calderano in the first round of the ITTF Finals in China tomorrow - with a likely meeting against World No 1 Fan Zhendong waiting for the winner.
TT Kidz to get worldwide coverage
TT Kidz, the Table Tennis England initiative to get children aged 7-to-11 into table tennis, is set to be brought to the attention of a worldwide audience.
County Championships cancelled
The remaining rounds of the County Championships for the 2020/21 season have been cancelled as a result of the pandemic.
TT Kidz Live comes to schools!
Every Tuesday from next week, at 9:30am, table tennis England will be streaming a live 30-minute TT Kidz session! The sessions have been designed so... Continue reading
Butterfly Schools Individual event cancelled
The Butterfly National Schools Individual Championships have joined the team competition in being cancelled for the 2020/21 season.
Pitchford’s World Cup ended by Ovtcharov in thriller
Liam Pitchford was edged out of the Dishang ITTF Men's World Cup by Dimitrij Ovtcharov today in a thrilling match lasting just under an hour.
Webinar: Our new development team structure
If you missed our live webinar outlining the new structure of our development team, this is where you can catch up.
Pitchford storms into World Cup knockout stage
Liam Pitchford is into the knockout round of the Dishang ITTF Men's World Cup in China thanks to two impressive victories today.
Why table tennis is on the menu at this cafe
Café owner Csaba Feher and his family are using the new lockdown to continue their rediscovered love of table tennis – with what you might call their own ping pong parlour!
How to watch Liam’s World Cup campaign
Liam Pitchford has been drawn against the USA’s Kanak Jha and Chuang Chih-Yuan of Chinese Taipei in the group stage of the Men’s World Cup - find out how you can watch.
Ivor Montagu, table tennis and Apartheid
Veteran table tennis player Stuart Sweeney has used lockdown to research and write this fascinating article about the part played by table tennis and England's Ivor Montagu in the struggle against Apartheid in South Africa.
England pathway training moves online for lockdown
The latest on how lockdown 2.0 has affected out England training camps and how we are engaging with players, coaches and parents to help our young pathway players to maximise the work they can do at home.
I’m in great shape for restart, says Pitchford
Liam Pitchford is cutting a relaxed and confident figure as he prepares for two massive tournaments as international table tennis returns after the enforced break.
Young Ambassador programme going strong into third year
Table Tennis England’s Young Ambassador programme is entering its third year and looking to build on the 38 Ambassadors and 21 mentors, from 20 PremierClubs, who have signed up in the first two years.
Aldershot league ready to pick up new format after lockdown
Aldershot & District League’s new two-player format was a big success before the latest lockdown – and the league is ready to pick up from where it left off after restrictions are lifted.
The only place is BATTS for TOWIE cast!
Table tennis got the TOWIE treatment as stars of the hit ITV show filmed at the BATTS club in Harlow ahead of a charity ping pong tournament.
ITTF seeks Tribunal members
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) is inviting applications from experienced legal professionals and sports subject matter experts to form a Panel of Tribunal Members.
Butterfly Schools Team event cancelled ‘with heavy heart’
The Butterfly National Schools Team Championships has been cancelled for the 2020/21 season.
New initiative ‘insures’ our sport is a winner
Table Tennis England and Mark Bates Ltd today extend their partnership by launching the Insurance That Supports Our Sport initiative.
Webinar: How our team is evolving to help the sport
The last six months have brought many challenges across the sporting sector and as a governing body it is important that we consider how we adapt to deliver the best possible support and service to members, clubs, leagues, coaches, volunteers and officials.
Emily grateful to ‘agent’ Maria for league chance
Emily Bolton does not (yet) have an agent to help map her table tennis career – but she might want to consider putting fellow England international Maria Tsaptsinos on a retainer!
Sign the petition and help #SaveOurSports
Members of Table Tennis England are urged to sign a petition calling for a Sports Recovery Fund to be set up by the Government to support the sport sector through the pandemic.
Obituary: Bob Stannard
It is with much sadness that we learnt that Bob Stannard died on Friday, October 30 at his home in Hayes, Middlesex after a long... Continue reading
SBL cancelled in line with covid policy
The second round of the Senior British League has been called off, six weeks before the scheduled date of December 12, in line with our coronavirus cancellation policy.
Pandemic leads to major changes to competitions programme
Due to the ongoing coronavirus restrictions, Table Tennis England has cancelled a series of national ‘mass’ events scheduled for the spring, including British League weekends, and is working on a new format for the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
Kingfisher well placed to fly high with performance pathway
The Kingfisher club in Reading has a proud history of producing top players and has recently reconfirmed its commitment to creating a performance programme capable of continuing that tradition and of aligning with the Table Tennis England Performance Pathway.
Maria makes step up in Greece
Maria Tsaptsinos is leading the way as her AEK Athens team steps into the top division of the Greek league.
Watch: Bizarre ping pong ball world record
David Rush, from Idaho in the USA, has been attempting a series of Guinness world records during the pandemic, the latest of which involves a strange skill with a ping pong ball.
Liverpool & District stalwart mourned
The Liverpool & District League is mourning both the death of stalwart Harry Reeve and the loss of one of its long-established clubs.
Simon & Co crack their 24-hour challenge
Simon Heaps and friends have completed their 24-hour table tennis marathon to raise money to help meet the former England international's costs as he bids to reach Commonwealth Games.
Drinkhall’s winning start in France
Paul Drinkhall got off to a winning start on his debut for Jura Morez in the French table tennis league, but could not help his team to overall victory.
Braintree League: Rayne miss chance
Rayne A missed the chance to take over at the top of division one in the penultimate series of matches before the Braintree Table Tennis League was called to a halt.
ITTF Foundation on shortlist at prestigious awards
The ITTF Foundation has been shortlisted in four categories, including two special coronavirus classes, at the Sport Business Awards 2020.
SBL among latest round of cancellations
The scheduled round of Senior British League Premier Division matches on December 5 has been cancelled as a result of the pandemic.
Table tennis bucks trend in Active Lives survey
Table tennis participation held steady between May 2019 and May 2020, despite the early effects of the coronavirus pandemic being widely felt across most sports, according to the latest Active Lives survey.
Obituary: Harold Evans, journalist and ‘ping pong nut’
Newspaper editor, historian, author and in his own words “a ping pong nut”, Sir Harold was perhaps best known during the time he was editor of the Sunday Times.
Watch our webinar on latest covid restrictions
Watch our webinar at which we explained the latest coronavirus restrictions and how they impact on our sport - plus read our Q&A document based on questions asked by delegates.
Listen: Sara’s wide-ranging BBC interview
Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe MBE has given a wide-ranging interview with the Women's Sport Show on BBC Radio London.
Sport England launches new covid support fund
Sport England has launched a new £16.5 million fund to give additional help to the sport and physical activity sector during the coronavirus pandemic.
English trio relishing return to competition
The long wait is nearly over for Liam Pitchford, Paul Drinkhall and Sam Walker as they tune up for their return to competitive table tennis.
Webinar: Government rules explained
We are inviting officials from clubs and leagues, plus coaches, to sign up for one of two webinars to help run through and navigate the latest Government and Table Tennis England guidelines on returning to table tennis activity.
Braintree League: Close matches before suspension
Braintree Table Tennis League has been suspended, six weeks after starting its experimental mini season - after some close matches in the final round of fixtures.
Busy schedule for our sport at Birmingham 2022
Table tennis will be one of only five sports to feature on every day of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, it was confirmed today.
Latest event cancellations
National Cadet and National Junior League matches on the weekend of November 28-29 are the latest national events to be cancelled.
Join us in backing #SaveOurSports campaign
Find out why we are supporting the Sports Recovery Fund petition and how our clubs and members can join the campaign.
Table Tennis England Official Statement
Table Tennis England are aware of the contents of a social media post made by one of our board directors yesterday that has since been... Continue reading
DiSE: Combining education and the Performance Pathway
The new intake of Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) students have met for their first training camp, taking the number of athletes on the programme to 25.
Desmond Douglas on race and results
The iconic Desmond Douglas MBE has been featured by Sky Sports as part of Black History Month - plus, watch a video interview of Des with ITTF commentator Fraser Riley.
Last few days to nominate your local heroes!
Do you know someone who has risen to the challenges posed by the pandemic and carried on helping people to enjoy table tennis? If so, they could be our Lockdown Local Hero!
Nominate a local hero to star in Games campaign!
The search is on for a Hometown Hero of table tennis to be one of the faces of the next Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games advertising campaign.
Update of Regulations
Several documents in the Laws & Regulations section of our website have been updated.
World Junior Championships cancelled
The World Junior Championships, scheduled to be held in Guimaraes, Portugal, from November 29 to December 6, has been cancelled.
Leicester & District: Coaching on an upswing
Gradually table tennis is beginning to gain momentum in the Leicester area as everyone keeps their fingers crossed that virus figures don’t increase too much again with the city already having been subjected to the longest lockdown.
Nottingham table tennis round-up
The latest news from Nottingham and District Table Tennis Association.
Braintree League: Rayne dampen champions’ spirit
Rayne A have livened up the Braintree Table Tennis League by gaining an early victory over champions Liberal A.
MBE for our Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe
Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe says she is "deeply honoured" to be awarded the MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours.
Simon ready for marathon effort in Birmingham 2022 bid
Simon Heaps is ready for a 24-hour table tennis marathon to help fund his dream of competing in para table tennis at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Event cancellations – latest update
National Cadet and National Junior League matches on November 22 have been cancelled and the Jersey Grand Prix next year will also not go ahead.
Gavin Evans to lead England men to Birmingham 2022
Gavin Evans has been formally appointed as England National Men’s Coach through to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and is relishing the opportunities ahead.
Let’s continue the conversation on mental health
Ahead of World Mental Health Day tomorrow, we’re encouraging Table Tennis England members and the sport's community to look out for each other and to have positive conversations about mental health.
Team England name Simon as table tennis team leader
Table Tennis England Director of Sport Simon Mills has been announced as England’s team leader for table tennis at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
The TT Kidz Awards have landed!
The TT Kidz Awards are here! Today we launch the scheme which will see TT Kidz participants taken on a journey which will give them all the skills they need to thrive in table tennis.
Return to Play: How Clubs and Leagues are adjusting
Read about and watch case studies showing how Clubs and Leagues have adapted to the coronavirus restrictions to resume play and competition.
Jill Parker: Join me in thanking our sport’s volunteers
Table Tennis England President Jill Parker MBE has spoken of her gratitude to the volunteers who helped her throughout her career and is urging our members to honour volunteers by nominating them for a Pride of Table Tennis Award.
MAG quarterly report
Read a summary of the quarterly report from the Members' Advisory Group and download the full report.
BATTS league resumes in Covid-compliant conditions
Find out how the BATTS club in Harlow has resumed its Open Singles League in a Covid-safe way which can be adapted for use in other clubs.
Ex-England coach’s book covers elite performance
Leading coach Michel Gadal, who was performance director of English table tennis at the turn of the century, shares his coaching philosophies in a fascinating online book published today.
Braintree League: Bright start for Rayne
Rayne’s F and G teams triumphed in the lowest division in last season’s Braintree Table Tennis League - and early results in the new season suggest the same could happen again, even though the same players are not involved.
We’re supporting Parents in Sport week
Find out more about Parents in Sport Week, plus sign up for our upcoming webinar for parents.
Leicester & District: Clubs beginning to build activity
With local lockdown curtailing the start of table tennis in Leicester when other areas were able to get back to playing it is good to report a building up of activity, especially coaching on various fronts.
Young athletes get Backing from SportsAid
Seven young members of the England performance pathway and nine para table tennis athletes have received grants of up to £5,000 from the Backing The Best programme.
ETTU committee roles confirmed
Table Tennis England Board members Simon Griew and Susie Venner are among the English representation on European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) committees.
Clacton league rises to the restart challenge
The pandemic is creating challenges for table tennis leagues to get back under way, and the Clacton & District League is one which has adapted to the restrictions to get a competition off the ground.
Update on the latest event cancellations
It has now been confirmed that the second round fixture for the Senior British League Premier Division is among the latest events to be cancelled... Continue reading
Parlour becomes coaching base for Rory
With the pandemic affecting the operation of many club table tennis venues, one coach has turned to his local Ping Pong Parlour to help him deliver sessions.
More time to show Pride in our volunteers!
We’re extending the nomination period for the Pride of Table Tennis Awards, giving clubs, leagues and other table tennis organisations longer to make sure they honour their unsung heroes.
Durban to host 2023 ITTF World Championships Finals
The ITTF’s first ever virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held yesterday, Monday 28th of September, when it was announced that the 2023 ITTF World... Continue reading
Advert star Kathryn switches back to her TT skills
When comparison site U-Switch needed an actress who was also a proficient table tennis player to star in their latest advert, former England youth player Kathryn Delaney was just the person.
Students pass their round-Britain test
The University of Nottingham Table Tennis Club has cracked its round-Britain charity challenge by covering 17,819km between them – raising hundreds of pounds in aid of Access Sport.
Watch TT Leagues Webinar
Our recent TT Leagues webinar offered an overview of the many improvements and updates which have taken place to the platform over the summer, plus a demonstration of how to configure short format leagues.
SBL Premier is among latest cancelled events
The opening weekend of the Senior British League, Premier Division season is among the latest batch of events to be cancelled because of ongoing coronavirus restrictions.
We Give our backing to school coaching Charter
Table Tennis England has signed up to the First Give Charter, providing assurances to schools that coaches delivering table tennis on their premises will do so in a covid-safe way.
Who will follow in super-volunteer Don’s footsteps?
Can you help us find a super-volunteer who has poured their heart and soul into our sport over at least 15 years?
Bardsley off to winning start in Germany
Charlotte Bardsley has returned to competitive action and was pleased to make a winning debut in the Bundesliga second division for TTC Langweid.
We’re joining call for sports recovery fund
Table Tennis England is supporting a campaign calling for emergency funding to support the sports and physical activity sector through the pandemic, or risk a "lost generation of sport and activity".
Priya joins national sport conference panel
Table Tennis England director Priya Samuel is part of a top-level panel opening up the Sport & Recreation Alliance Annual Conference.
Latest cancellations of national events
The second round of the Cadet County Championships and the opening round of the National Junior League (NJL) at Halton and London Academy on October 31 have been cancelled.
Friday Photos 121: Celebrating John Hilton
To celebrate John Hilton’s wonderful achievement at the European Championships 40 years ago in winning the Men’s Singles title, this week, Friday’s Photos shows pictures of John over several years.
Guidance documents for schools
Download key guidance documents for schools to help plan a safe return to indoor table tennis.
Brighton TTC leading the way with Ping!
Despite a lock-down summer, Brighton Table Tennis Club has been able to create a huge amount of activity particularly around the outdoor tables and for... Continue reading
‘Millionaire’ winner tells of his passion for table tennis
Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? winner and local league player Don Fear is looking forward to playing more table tennis in the wake of his spectacular success on the ITV show.
John delighted to take path from Parlour to Club
Ping Pong Parlours are not just somewhere anyone can turn up and play table tennis for free, they can also be a route into joining clubs and leagues, as John Warley's story demonstrates.
Sandra Deaton elected to ETTU Board
Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton has been elected to the key role of Vice-President of Finance on the European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) Executive Board.
Search is on for the Pride of our sport!
Table tennis is renowned as a sport that anyone can play – and our Pride of Table Tennis Awards initiative is looking for someone who captures that spirit of inclusivity.
Live-saving defibrillators on offer for clubs
We're working with London Hearts Charity to improve the accessibility to defibrillators for table tennis clubs in England - and we have three defibrillators to give away to clubs.
TT Kidz for Schools
TT Kidz for schools is a brand new Table Tennis England programme launching in September 2020.
40 years on, John Hilton remembers Euro triumph
On what would have been the first day of the European Championships, we spoke to John Hilton about becoming European Men's Singles champion 40 years ago.
Vacancy for National Men’s Coach
Table Tennis England is recruiting a National Men’s Coach to take charge of the team through to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Pitchford in great company for ITTF restart
Liam Pitchford will be centre stage with the rest of the world’s top players when he competes at the first international tournaments to be held since the pandemic.
Ping pong entrepreneur in line for business award
Ping Pong Fight Club’s Ade Leigh is in the running for a prestigious business award – and you can show your support at the virtual awards night next week.
Friday Photos 120: Top-class WBL competitors
A different perspective to 1992 as we look at the ladies playing in the Women’s British League at the Crystal Leisure Centre in Stourbridge in February that year.
1* events cleared to return as JBL is cancelled
We are pleased to announce that local 1* competitions can restart under new conditions, but unfortunately the first weekend of the Junior British League (JBL) is the latest event to be cancelled as a result of the pandemic.
Pride focus on inspiring younger generations
The Pride of Table Tennis Awards turn the spotlight on the younger generation, with nominations open for School of the Year and the prestigious Young Volunteer of the Year categories.
Pandemic leads to new format for Schools Championships
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic has led to a number of changes to the Butterfly Schools Team Championships, including the removal of the regional stage.
Kevin’s 21-hour marathon effort for hospice
Stratford-upon-Avon Deputy Mayor, Kevin Taylor, who is also Chairman of Stratford-upon-Avon Table Tennis Club and Project Leader for PING! Stratford-upon-Avon has recently completely an epic... Continue reading
Big news for schools table tennis!
As pupils return to education up and down the country, Table Tennis England is launching two initiatives to get more youngsters taking up the sport at school.
By George! New England kit is an eye-opener
The England team will be unmistakable when international competitions resume, thanks to their striking new kit supplied by our Official Clothing Supplier, Butterfly.
New partnership promotes table tennis in social care settings
The current climate has presented Table Tennis England with some additional opportunities to form new partnerships and engage with a host of different sectors in... Continue reading
Catch up: Ask us Anything panel
Your chance to watch again our Ask us Anything live panel discussion on Facebook - with chapter marks so you can easily find specific questions.
Friday Photos 119: More from Arthur Clark’s album
This week we go back 28 years to 1992 with a selection of photographs taken by Arthur Clark in that year.
How to watch our Ask us Anything live broadcast
With just a few days to go until our Ask us Anything event live on Facebook, it is shaping up to be a wide-ranging discussion on topics our members have asked us to address.
Opening NJL and NCL dates cancelled
The first round of the National Junior League for ten venues plus the first round of the Wood Green National Cadet League have become the latest events to be called off under the terms of the Table Tennis England coronavirus cancellation policy.
It’s ‘back to school’ for young England athletes
The long wait was finally over for young players on the England performance pathway as they met up for training camps over the weekend - read about how the performance coaching team are helping them to develop on and off the table.
Return to Play: St Neots TTC
As clubs continue to return to indoor play across the country, we visited St Neots TTC to see what the 'new normal' looks like and how club members are adapting.
Return to league play: What our survey said
Lack of access to venues is the key stumbling block to resuming league competitions, according to the results of our league survey.
Help us find the Pride of the coaching community
Do you know a coach that has made a significant impact in your table tennis journey over the last 12 months? If so, why not nominate them for the Coach the Year Category in the Pride of Table Tennis Awards?
Chance for coaches to step up their careers
Applications are now open for the Level 3 Head Coach Award in table tennis.
Junior County Championships: Round 1 cancelled
The first round of the Junior County Championships has become the latest event to be called off under the terms of the Table Tennis England coronavirus cancellation policy for national events and leagues.
Friday Photos 118: Phyllis added star quality
A view from the lens of Arthur Clark from 1991 this week and once again there are a smattering of England senior internationals amongst the... Continue reading
Funding information for clubs
The recent Table Tennis England Club Survey highlighted the financial concerns of many clubs across the country - this article provides information about grants and other funding available to clubs from various sources.
Help us find our League of the Year
Do you know a league that has made a significant impact in your table tennis journey over the last 12 months, before the enforced break during the pandemic?
How our members can enjoy Premier benefits
Table Tennis England members can enjoy a huge range of new benefits and discounts on household brands thanks to our partners at Mark Bates Ltd.
Return to play: Rowhedge TTC
As clubs begin to return to indoor play across the country, we visited Rowhedge TTC in Colchester to see what adaptations and protocols they have put in place to enable their members to get back on the tables.
Jarvis gets funding boost on road to Birmingham
Tom Jarvis has had a funding boost as he looks forward to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Ask us anything during live discussion!
Have you ever wanted to put your questions about the sport directly to the leaders of Table Tennis England? Now you have the chance!
Players and coaches excited for return, says Cooke
Young players in the England performance pathway are returning to the tables at the first training camps since the pandemic restrictions began to be lifted.
England captain Evans happy with squad’s shape
Men’s captain Gavin Evans says England’s elite athletes are fitter than ever in body and mind as they ramp up training camps in preparation for when competitions can resume.
Women’s British League: Weekend 1 cancelled
The first weekend of the Women's British League is the latest event to be cancelled as a result of the coronavirus restrictions.
Friday Photos 117: More WBL players to identify
This week there are more photos from the first Women’s British League season in 1988/89. Some familiar faces, at least 10 England senior internationals, and several unidentified. Can you help put names to faces?
Local rankings added to TT Leagues
Find out more about the latest TT Leagues updates, including the introduction of a Local Leagues Ranking System, and sign up for one of our free webinars for league administrators.
Search launched for lockdown local heroes
Do you know a Lockdown Hero who has made an impact during the coronavirus crisis? Now is your chance to honour them!
In our members’ words: Why affiliation fees are important
Two of our members describe how Table Tennis England membership fees have helped to support them and their clubs.
SBL and County Championships rounds cancelled
The first rounds 0f the Senior British League (Championship division and below) and the Cadet County Championship have been cancelled under the terms of the Table Tennis England coronavirus cancellation policy for national events and leagues.
Friday Photos 116: Can you identify WBL players?
In this week's Friday Photos, we are appealing for people to confirm the identities of players from the first season of the Women's British League.
The wait is over for Ping Pong Parlours
Exciting news this week as the first Ping Pong Parlour has reopened its doors to the public after months of closure due to the coronavirus... Continue reading
Make your Pride nominations official!
Our sport couldn’t run without the army of officials who help to make events happen – and we are looking to honour these unsung heroes.
Return to club play: What our survey said
Fewer than half of table tennis clubs have been able to return to play since indoor sport resumed on July 25 – and lack of access to venues is the main problem for those which have not.
Sports issue warning over indoor facilities
Table Tennis England is helping to lead a campaign putting pressure on the Government to ensure sports halls are used for indoor sports as the country continues to emerge from lockdown.
McBeath upbeat as recovery begins after hip operation
England international David McBeath is confident his recent hip operation will get him back to his best and competing pain-free.
European Championships postponed
The European Championships, due to take place in Poland next month, has been postponed.
Kim Daybell on Sky News podcast
Paralympic athlete and NHS doctor Kim Daybell talks candidly about his experiences working on the frontline during the coronavirus crisis in the latest edition of the Sky News Covid Stories podcast.
University club rises to charity challenge
Members of the University of Nottingham Table Tennis Club are clocking up the kilometres with a round-Britain challenge to raise money for Access Sport.
ITTF to require mandatory testing at events
All players, coaches and officials attending ITTF events will have to undergo mandatory coronavirus tests before and during events under new guidelines released by the world governing body.
My path to umpiring Olympic gold medal match
Tom Purcell recalls his pathway to officiating at that gold medal match between Wang Hao and Zhang Jike, and describes how Table Tennis England's umpire education programme aims to set more English officials on the same trajectory.
National Cup coaching decision will create better players
No coaches in corners at the Under-12 National Cup will help to produce more resilient young England players who have a better chance of success on the international stage.
Friday Photos 115: Tournaments from 1990
More photos from Arthur Clark, this time from 1990 from a range of events. At the Essex Open Matthew Syed seems to be looking at... Continue reading
In our members’ words: How your fees underpin the sport
When you buy a membership with Table Tennis England, your fees help us to underpin and develop the sport at all levels. Here, two of our members who have tapped into that support describe the benefits to their clubs, leagues and the sport in general.
‘Active Ager’ Pam in running for national award
The wonderful Pam Butcher is in line for another accolade after reaching the final selection stage in the Amplifon Awards for Brave Britons.
Entries open for NCL and NJL
Entries for the National Cadet League and National Junior League for 2020/21 are now open - and Ackworth School has now been added as a venue.
Annual Review Q&A updated
An updated version of our Annual Review question and answer document has been published, including follow-up questions received after the online AGM.
New dates for Mark Bates Ltd Nationals
The Mark Bates Ltd Senior National Championships 2021 have a new date – January 29-31 – and more players are being given the chance to qualify.
Obituary: Gerald Gurney – historian, collector, ESTTA stalwart
Table tennis historian and collector Gerald Gurney, a Table Tennis England Vice-President, died on July 8 at his home in Great Bromley, Essex.
Coach the Brighton way at our latest webinar
Our next webinar takes place at 8pm on Sunday August 9 and is open to licensed coaches. It will be hosted by Brighton Table Tennis Club's Head Coach Pedro Santos and Head of Development Teresa Bennett, on the subject of Building a Grassroots Community.
Do you know a club which is a shining light?
Do you know a club that has made a significant impact in your table tennis journey over the last 12 months? If so, why not nominate them for the Club of the Year Category in the Pride of Table Tennis Awards?
Online drive to find future para stars
In the week that some of its Performance Squad athletes return to the training hall for the first time since March, British Para Table Tennis is launching a new online recruitment initiative to find new players who have the potential to become future Paralympians.
Phone lines now open – renew your membership today
Our phone lines are now open for Table Tennis England members wishing to renew their membership for the 2020/21 season. Members can call our friendly... Continue reading
Online England training draws parents’ praise
The positive impact of the lockdown training regime for young players in the England performance pathway has been praised by parents.
Lockdown unlocks Graham’s book project
It’s thought to be the first book solely about table tennis to be published in the UK this century – find out more about Graham Frankel's personal journey and his perspective on the sport.
How your membership helps us to help leagues
As membership renewals continue, hear about an example of how your membership fees help us to underpin the sport at grass roots.
Wilson can’t wait for home Games experience
With exactly two years to go to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Ross Wilson is relishing the chance to defend his title in front of a home crowd.
Local leagues resumption date announced
Following the successful re-opening of indoor sports facilities on Saturday, Table Tennis England is moving into Stage 3 of our return to play roadmap – with a target date of September 1st to resume local league competition.
Celebrity designs boost Will’s mask fundraiser
Will Bayley's facemask initiative to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital is going from strength to strength, with thousands of sales and six celebrity designs now to choose from.
The day we’ve been waiting for!
The long wait is almost over as indoor table tennis can resume from Saturday July 25! Clubs up and down the country are preparing to open up again and get their members back on the table, playing the sport we all love.
Friday Photos 114: Back in time to ’89
This week we return to photographs from the lens of Arthur Clark taken in 1989 at a selection of tournaments.
Sign up to be a TT Kidz happy camper!
The TT Kidz Virtual Summer Camp is coming and promises an action-packed week of fun for young table tennis players - sign up now!
A MAG-nificent seven bring new skills
Seven new faces on our Members’ Advisory Group (MAG) bring a range of skills and experiences which will strengthen the panel as it undertakes key projects in the sport.
Table tennis and esports partnership launched
Table Tennis England has teamed up with the British Esports Association to promote the importance of mental wellbeing and exercise.
Four new directors at BPTT
British Para Table Tennis has welcomed four new directors to its board.
Watch: Table Tennis England AGM
Catch up on the online Table Tennis England AGM for 2020, including financial statements, honours, information about membership and video reviews.
Online membership renewals now open
It is that time again and our online membership renewals have now opened. Here is all the information you need to make your renewal.
New appointments to Members’ Advisory Group
The Members’ Advisory Group (MAG) has been strengthened by the appointment of seven new members.
Key guidance documents
Download key guidance documents for clubs and coaches to help plan a safe return to indoor table tennis.
Friday Photos 113: More from the Sealink Youth Cup
Some more photos from the Sealink Youth Cup in the early 1980s. Do these images jog anyone’s memory?
Sign up for Ready to Return webinar
As we prepare for the return to indoor table tennis on July 25, we are running two Ready to Return webinars for clubs, today and tomorrow.
Annual Review – your questions answered
The final version of the Table Tennis England Annual Review 2019/20 has been published, alongside our responses to questions raised by our members.
Be inspired and make a Pride nomination!
Do you know someone who epitomises the power of sport to make a positive impact on lives? If so, why not nominate them for the Inspirational Story of the Year category in our Pride of Table Tennis Awards.
England stars grateful to be back on table
England’s elite players have returned to training in a strictly controlled environment.
Video guide to our new membership categories
Are you wondering what our new memebrship categories mean for you? Then our short video explains all!
Sport England Club Matters programme
Recently, in order to support clubs and groups with returning to activity following the coronavirus Pandemic, Sport England’s Club Matters team have developed a series of content and resources to help clubs apply the relevant government guidance and advice from across the sector.
‘Table tennis gave me a place to belong’
23-year-old Lyndsey Simpson shares her story about how table tennis has helped her to overcome mental health issues.
Get your Ping! on this summer with our equipment offer
Find out how you can overcome the ban on sharing equipment by buying low-cost table tennis equipment to help you use the Ping! outdoor public tables this summer.
New dates for World Championships
New dates have been confirmed by the ITTF for Hana Bank 2020 World Team Table Tennis Championships in Busan, South Korea.
Friday Photos 112: Sealink Youth Cup
Can you name the players in these photos, taken at the Sealink Youth Cup?
Government update on indoor sport welcomed
Table Tennis England has welcomed today's Government announcement that indoor sports facilities will be allowed to re-open from Saturday July 25.
Member offer: An adventurous discount!
Are you looking to discover some seriously adventurous things to do outdoors? Our members can get 10% off outdoor experiences and activities at Go Ape!
Help us take Pride in our amazing volunteers!
Do you know a local hero of the sport who could follow in the footsteps of our Volunteer of the Year Pat Johnson?
Be TT funding to cover PPE and cleaning equipment
Clubs, leagues and coaches can now apply for funding for items of PPE and cleaning equipment under the Be TT initiative – and the deadline for applying has been extended until August 3.
Umpires Zoom through exams to stay on 2022 path
Lockdown has not stopped a group of umpires working hard to gain their Level 2 qualification and stay on track to officiate at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Why your membership is vital now and for the future
Our Chairman Sandra Deaton explains why showing your support and becoming a member of Table Tennis England goes beyond the payment of affiliation fees and makes you a part of the fabric of the sport in England.
Nine GB athletes certain of Paralympic qualification
Paralympic champions Will Bayley (men’s class 7) and Rob Davies (men’s class 1) and World champion Ross Wilson (men’s class 8) are among nine British players confirmed by the ITTF as qualified for the Paralympic Games in Tokyo next year.
Rotary Club lottery to boost Brighton TTC
Brighton Table Tennis Club will be the first beneficiary of The Brighton & Hove Soirée Rotary Club’s new lottery fundraiser.
Friday Photos 111: Isle of Man hosts the Commonwealth
Some more photographs from the Ransome Collection, of the Commonwealth Championships in 1985 on the Isle of Man.
England’s elite put youth squads through their paces
The England squads have been pulling together across the age groups to make the most of training opportunities at home.
Pride of Table Tennis Awards: Nominations now open!
The time has come to recognise and honour volunteers for the outstanding and often unseen contributions they make to enable our great sport to flourish.
Brighton TTC is driving force for community groups
Brighton Table Tennis Club is blazing a trail for community groups nationally after developing a new course which helps organisations to design and collaboratively build a new model of community in action.
Annual Review 2020 published
The Table Tennis England Annual Review has been published online and we are inviting questions from members ahead of the online Annual Conference and AGM on July 18.
Obituary: International umpire Heather Masters
Top-class international umpire, Heather Masters, has passed away aged 90.
Sign up for next coach webinar
We welcome Stephen Gertsen and Craig Bryant to lead our next coaching webinar. It will be an open Q&A based on player development, covering mixed ability and mixed environments, with two coaches who have a vast amount of experience of coaching in all settings and with different players.
Watch our Ready to Return webinar
Watch our Ready to Return webinar, which was attended by more than 100 clubs and detailed how we are preparing for a return to sport. You can also download a summary of the questions and answers from the end of the webinar.
Friday Photos 110: Internationals in their early days
Some more photographs from Arthur Clark this week, they again show tournaments based around Essex, with a good smattering of players who were or went on to become England internationals.
We’re backing National School Sport Week – at Home!
Table Tennis England has joined the Youth Sport Trust and Sky Sports to help young people and families up and down the country to engage in a week of virtual sporting challenges.
Don Parker elected to Table Tennis England Board
Don Parker has been elected to fill the vacancy of Elected Deputy Chairman on the Table Tennis England Board.
New membership categories launched
Table Tennis England is today launching its new individual membership structure for the 2020/21 season.
Indoor table tennis still on hold
Following further information and clarification about the activities being allowed to resume following yesterday's Government statement, we regret to say that indoor table tennis activity will not be able to return from July 4.
World Championships postponed again
The World Team Championships have again been postponed - until the early months of 2021.
Liam Pitches in to lead Team GB workout
England No 1 Liam Pitchford leads the latest in the Wednesday Workout series of videos posted by Team GB.
Memories of GB thriller burn bright on Olympic Day
To celebrate Olympic Day today, we asked Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker about their top Olympic memories. Not surprisingly, they both chose the thriller between Great Britain and France at Rio 2016.
Table tennis joins flagship European event
Table tennis has been confirmed as part of the multi-sport European Championships in 2022.
Ready to return: What we are doing to support our members
Following our Ready to Return player survey, we have issued further guidance to help our members to prepare for getting back into the sport when restrictions are lifted.
Get ready for Bat and Chat Live!
Bat and Chat Live is here and is a great way for clubs and other organisations to help keep people active – and provide a social opportunity through table tennis.
Book for our latest Ready to Return webinar for clubs
The latest Ready to Return guidance is the subject of our next club webinar on Thursday June 25 - and clubs can book their place now.
Friday Photos 109: All roads lead to Essex
Over the last few months I have been privileged to have received from Arthur Clark of Essex a regular supply of his photographs going back over four decades.
Virtual club workshops launched
Table Tennis England has teamed up with Sport England Club Matters to offer table tennis clubs a series of virtual workshops.
Mari inspires mascot Jemima to be the best she can be
Being mascot for national Women’s Singles finalist Mari Baldwin has so inspired eight-year-old Jemima Choudhury that she is working hard to emulate her.
Tees Sport to supply balls for our top events
Tees Sport has been named the Official Ball Supplier for Table Tennis England and the Senior British League for the 2020/21 season - and is giving our members a 20% off deal to celebrate.
Paul leads Team GB’s Workout Wednesday
Double Olympian Paul Drinkhall leads the latest in the Wednesday Workout series of videos posted by Team GB.
Rankings: Consultation shapes our next steps
Find out how we will continue to develop proposals for a modified rankings system - plus watch a video to find out more about how our current system works.
A personal tribute to John Burtenshaw
A personal reflection on the life of John Burtenshaw by Noel Sewell (Chairman & President, Wiltshire TTA).
Friday Photos 108: Commonwealth Championships success
This week we feature some action photos from the Alan and Jose Ransome Collection taken at the Commonwealth Championships, Isle of Man, 1985.
What you told us about returning to play
Half of our members want to start playing again as soon as possible, while half have experienced a negative impact on their mental wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic, according to our Ready to Return player survey.
Obituary: John Burtenshaw
John Burtenshaw, a Vice-President of Table Tennis England who served the sport for more than six decades, has died a week after his 87th birthday.
Members’ Advisory Group update
The Members’ Advisory Group (MAG) held its latest meeting online in May, discussing subjects including the coronavirus pandemic, recruitment of new members and engagement with the wider table tennis community, as well as updating on the projects currently being undertaken.
Member offer: Great savings on Apple products
If your Dad is a tech-lover, then treat him to an awe-inspiring gadget from the world’s best-loved technology provider or a new accessory for his Apple kit.
John Hilton featured on BBC’s QI show
Table tennis got the QI treatment as English European champion John Hilton featured on the iconic BBC comedy panel show.
Tin-Tin’s favourite recipe to fuel training
Porridge is great for fuelling training and competition, so it is no surprise that our Eat with Team England series this week features a favourite oatmeal recipe.
Fight Club joins Saturday primetime
If you are looking for a new lockdown challenge which tests your table tennis skills, Ping Pong Fight Club may have the answer.
How our members are helping to shape British League
Players, officials and volunteers from across the range of British League have helped us to shape a strategy document for the competition.
Competitions: Cancellation and refund policy announced
UPDATED October 29: Table Tennis England has announced a framework for confirming national events and leagues, plus a refund policy, as we continue to plan for the 2020/21 season.
Join a TT Kidz at home session – whenever you want!
Youngsters can learn and practise new table tennis skills in their own time at home with our new series of TT Kidz session videos.
National leagues to be finalised
All outstanding fixtures in national leagues are to be cancelled and league tables finalised using a system of protocols released today by Table Tennis England.
Friday Photos 107: Ellenborough memories
Last week’s appeal for memorabilia has produced some positive results, with a special thank you to Jose Ransome who has sent a large package of photographs which will keep me busy for a day or so having a meander through them.
Catch up on Ready to Return webinar
Our latest club webinar offered an overview of our latest Ready to Return guidance as the coronavirus restrictions are slowly lifted.
More of your lockdown activities
We are slowly moving towards a time when table tennis activity can resume in a form we all know and love, but in the meantime clubs and individuals are continuing their inventive methods of staying in communication and keeping active together.
MAG recruitment: Applications open
The Members' Advisory Group (MAG) is seeking to recruit three new members and the application process has now opened.
Taking table tennis to the isolated and inactive
Households across the country are being introduced to table tennis during the pandemic as Table Tennis England works in partnership to reach the most isolated and inactive members of our society.
Obituary: England international Peter Shead
Peter Shead, a former England international and prominent player of the 1950s and 1960s, has passed away aged 91 at his RAF flat in Rottingdean, Sussex.
Eat with Team England – Maria’s authentic pasta
Our Eat with Team England series this week has an authentic Italian pasta dish courtesy of Maria Tsaptsinos.
Two candidates for Elected Deputy Chairman
Two candidates have been nominated for the position of one Elected Deputy Chairman to serve on the Board until the 2023 AGM.
Liam eyes Champions League glory in Russia
Liam Pitchford is ready for a serious crack at Champions League glory after signing a deal with Russian club UMMC for the 2020/21 season.
Safeguarding for Coaches, Clubs and Leagues
As we start to look forward and plan for a return to table tennis, now is an ideal time for clubs and leagues to check-in on safeguarding and ensure that they are up to date with all of the latest information.
Obituary – Peter Rainford
I am sorry to have to inform you of the recent passing of one of Preston TT Association’s longstanding members, Peter Rainford. Although Peter never... Continue reading
Friday Photos 106: Back to school for England v Germany
Friday Photos makes a return to remember when a Sussex school was the venue as England took on Germany.
Tell us your views on return to play
As we begin to emerge from lockdown and prepare for activities to resume, Table Tennis England is asking for our members' feedback in a short survey concerning the impact of the outbreak on them and their thoughts on returning to play.
Help for clubs to manage bookings
Find out how the ClubSpark Club Management Platform can help clubs to manage bookings and payments as we prepare for a return to action.
Elected Deputy Chairman nominations deadline
Nominations for an Elected Deputy Chairman to serve on the Board of Table Tennis England close on Friday at 11.59pm.
‘Question time’ with Liam Pitchford
England No 1 Liam Pitchford took the spotlight as he fielded questions on all things table tennis during a live Q&A session with some of our members.
Sign up to get TT Kidz in your club!
The third phase of TT Kidz is open for applications from clubs which want to deliver the new, inspiring initiative to get youngsters into the sport.
TT Kidz Afterschool Club is back!
Our TT Kidz Afterschool Club has kept the buzz going during lockdown - and it's proved so popular we have now added an extra five weeks of the live online sessions!
Positive feedback as TT Leagues updated
The latest update to TT Leagues has provided a stack of improvements and enhanced features – as user feedback on the platform continues to be overwhelmingly positive.
Sport England fund helps table tennis clubs
Almost 30 table tennis clubs have received grants totalling more than £80,000 from the Sport England Community Emergency Fund.
MAG recruitments: Your chance to shape our sport’s future
If you have lots of experience of table tennis combined with wider expertise, we would like you to help shape the future of our sport by joining the Members' Advisory Group (MAG).
Applications open for Diploma in Sporting Excellence
Applications are now open to be part of the Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) Programme aimed at players aged 16 to 18 years old who wish to combine the performance level of our sport with full-time further education.
Eat with Team England – Payet’s Perfect Practice Porridge
Commonwealth Games medallist Denise Payet shares her Perfect Practice Porridge recipe in our Eat with Team England series.
Sign up for exclusive Q&A with England No.1
Sign up for an exclusive Q&A session with England No 1 Liam Pitchford at 2pm next Tuesday (May 26) – simply fill in the form... Continue reading
It’s Green for go for ambassador Erin!
Rising England star Erin Green talks about why she wanted to become a Table Tennis England Female Ambassador.
Paul’s insights – plus, your chance to quiz Liam!
Watch the video as our members quizzed Paul Drinkhall on his life in table tennis - plus sign up to take part in a live Q&A session with Liam Pitchford.
Bat & Chat subject of latest club webinar
The latest in our series of club webinars was an introduction to our Bat & Chat initiative.
Affiliation fees frozen for 2020/21 season
Table Tennis England fees for the 2020/21 season will be frozen at the same rates as 2019/20.
GOSH! Will’s mask initiative is a real winner
Will Bayley says he is blown away by the response to his fundraising facemasks in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital – and looking forward to new celebrity-designed styles being launched in the coming weeks.
Portishead players become video stars
Members of Portishead TTC have shown their support for frontline workers during the coronavirus pandemic with a brilliant video.
Obituary: Tony Ross, administrator and photographer
Tony Ross, prominent administrator and prolific photographer, and double recipient of the Ivor Montagu Award, died on April 22 in Hull.
Megan does the hard yards for Mind
Young England player Megan Jones has gone the extra mile (well, 15 to be precise) to help people who may be struggling with their mental health during lockdown.
Get behind a good cause during lockdown!
Members of Table Tennis England have come up with some great charity fundraising initiatives during lockdown - here's how you can donate to any of them.
Your chance to quiz Paul Drinkhall!
Table Tennis England members are being given an exclusive chance to put their questions to England No 2 Paul Drinkhall in a live online Q&A webinar!
Nationals viewing figures on the up
BBC website audience figures for Finals Day for the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships were up substantially on last year – and we are continuing to work to bring more live coverage of table tennis to viewers.
TT Leagues ready to go from strength to strength
More than 35,000 matches across 150 leagues were recorded on the TT Leagues platform during the 2019/20 season – and further improvements to both the website and app are planned before next season.
Nominations sought for Elected Deputy Chairman
Table Tennis England is inviting nominations for one Elected Deputy Chairman to serve on the Board until the 2023 AGM.
Emergency fund topped up as ‘deadline’ announced
Read how one table tennis club benefitted from the Sport England Community Emergency Fund - the fund has been topped up but applications will be paused on Thursday night.
Book now for latest club webinar
Our next club webinar on Wednesday May 13 will be on the subject of Opportunities for Club Support, and spaces can still be booked.
New guidance on where you can play table tennis
Following the publication today of Government guidance on how England will begin to move out of lockdown, we have updated our guidance on playing table tennis.
Coronavirus statement
UPDATED: Following publication of Government guidance on how England will begin to move out of lockdown, table tennis is permitted outdoors in certain areas. All updates will be posted here.
Knockout success for Bethany’s big challenge!
Bethany Ellis has completed her 100km challenge and raised well over £1,000 for Cancer Research UK - with support from boxing world champion Tyson Fury.
England squad applications deadline extended
The closing date for applications to the England age group squads has been extended because of the coronavirus crisis.
Official ball supplier sought
Table Tennis England is currently inviting tenders for provision of ITTF-approved table tennis balls to a number of national events in season 2020/21 and designated status as ‘Table Tennis England Official Ball Supplier'.
Outlining how we can return to action
Table Tennis England has released some principles which will guide a return to table tennis activity - depending on updates from the Government.
Dan bounces his way to a world record!
Table tennis personality Dan Ives went through the pain barrier and broke a world record to raise money for the NHS.
Young Ambassadors an asset to clubs
Our Young Ambassadors have logged hundreds of hours of volunteering between them, helping people to enjoy and achieve in table tennis.
Member offer: 40% off film streaming!
Find out how we can help you save money on movies at home with up to 40% off home movie streaming from Rakuten TV.
Our partnerships bring table tennis to deprived areas
Young people in some of the most deprived areas of England are being introduced to table tennis during the lockdown thanks to two Table Tennis England initiatives.
Latest rankings update
The Table Tennis England rankings and ratings have been updated to take account of a small number of results received since the last rankings run.
AGM fees proposition published
The Board of Table Tennis England has published its AGM proposition on membership fees for the 2020/21 season.
Table Tennis England to relaunch memberships
Table Tennis England is relaunching its individual membership categories for the 2020/21 season to help create a better and more relevant journey for everyone within the sport.
Heavyweight support for Bethany’s charity challenge!
Young England hopeful Bethany Ellis was ‘knocked out’ to receive support from world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury as she began a charity crusade for Cancer Research UK.
London Academy 2* round-up 2019/20
There were four London Academy 2 Star tournaments from October 2019 to February 2020. The report of the one held on October 12 can be... Continue reading
Chairman’s message: How we’re tackling coronavirus impact
Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton updates members on the impact of the lockdown on table tennis, what we are doing to support coaches, clubs, leagues and our wider membership, and how our members can continue to support our work.
Media focus on play-at home TT boom
Sky Sports News and the BBC have featured the recent upsurge in people ordering table tennis equipment online to play at home.
Young England athletes make most of lockdown
Find out how the England performance coaches are helping our young pathway athletes to make the most of training and learning opportunities during the lockdown.
Maria joins TT Kidz Afterschool Club – sign up now!
Commonwealth Games medallist Maria Tsaptsinos is joining the TT Kidz Afterschool Club - sign up now to join next week's session!
Guidelines on secure use of Zoom
If you are using Zoom to stay connected during lockdown, please check out these guidelines to help keep your meeting safe and secure.
Be ready to return with our exercise routine
The 2019/20 league season may have ended abruptly because of the coronavirus lockdown, but our new exercise video led by Table Tennis England Technical Director Alan Cooke aims to help players keep in trim ready for next season.
Local leagues finalising seasons
Table Tennis England has produced a guide outlining the options for leagues wishing to finalise their seasons, and how they work on the TT Leagues platform.
Sign up for coaching webinar on skills
Chris Turner leads our next free coaching webinar, on the topic of Developing Skill Through a Constraints Led Approach.
Super Coopers top £5,000 for charity
When brothers Sam and Joseph Cooper decided to take on a lockdown challenge and help others in the process, they didn’t in their wildest dreams imagine they would break the £5,000 barrier for charity.
Watch Tin-Tin perform her lockdown song!
Our women's No 1 Tin-Tin Ho has written her own lockdown song honouring key workers and encouraging us all to look after ourselves - watch her perform it on ukulele!
Be TT funding to help with coronavirus impact
Table Tennis England will be allocating funding support for table tennis activity to clubs, leagues and volunteers impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Club Webinar: Engaging Talented Athletes
The third webinar of our series, delivered by the Table Tennis England Performance Team, focused on how to continue to engage with talented athletes during lockdown.
Great start to TT Kidz Afterschool Club
TT Kidz came to homes around the country at the first session of TT Kidz Afterschool Club Live on Tuesday.
Obituary: Bobby Raybould, England international
Former England International and National Champion, Bobby Raybould, has died. Bobby was born in Stratford, London on 8th December 1934 and was a prominent Essex player before going on to play for his country.
Relive England’s brilliant home World Cup campaign!
Relive England's 2018 ITTF Team World Cup journey at the iconic Copper Box Arena, including the men's brilliant semi-final against China, with our TWC playlist.
Para ace Dan is giving plenty back to the sport
When Dan Bullen talks about giving something back to the sport which has taken him from beginner to challenging for Paralympics selection, he is not doing things by halves.
Listen back to club webinar with Sara Sutcliffe
The second in a series of club webinars took place on Friday with an update and Q&A session with Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe.
Online safety advice for coaches and club officers
During these difficult times everyone is looking at new ways of communicating with friends, families, work colleagues and this is the same for all of us working in sport.
Sign up for coaching webinar with Alan Cooke
Table Tennis England Technical Director Alan Cooke will delve into the relationship between coach and player in the latest in our series of free coaching webinars.
Obituary: Russell Winfield, Grantham coach
Tributes have been paid to a table tennis legend in the Grantham area. Russell Winfield passed away on Friday, April 10, aged 59.
Look after your mental health, says Liam
In these difficult times of lockdown, England No 1 Liam Pitchford has released a video message to urge people to look after their mental health.
Liam back into world’s top 15
Liam Pitchford's brilliant run to the final of the Qatar Open has launched him back into the top 15 in the world.
Lockdown puts table tennis on the home front
Thousands of people are turning to table tennis as an activity to play at home during the lockdown - here's how we are helping them to discover a love of the sport.
Do you have the knowledge to become an umpire?
Do you want to take the first steps on the journey to becoming a table tennis umpire – or are you just interested in testing your knowledge of the game? Either way, our online umpire test paper is for you!
Clubs join webinar on emergency funding
Clubs from across the country joined a Table Tennis England webinar to take them through the Sport England Community Emergency Fund - and you can watch it back on this page.
Bat & Chat a big hit in Cornwall
The first Bat & Chat session in Cornwall has proved to be a smash hit with its target audience.
Message from our Chief Executive
As the world heads into the Easter break in the midst of lockdowns caused by the coronavirus pandemic, our Chief Executive, Sara Sutcliffe, has recorded a video message to our members.
Umpires step into international ranks
English umpires Jenny Sanders and Jo Outhwaite have joined the global ranks of officials after passing their International Umpire exams.
How to keep playing during ‘lockdown’
See how clubs and coaches are beating the coronavirus lockdown - and let us know what you are doing, so we can share with others.
New dates for World Championships
The World Team Championships have been provisionally rescheduled to take place from September 27 to October 4.
Stars feature in longest rally for WTTD
Players and fans across the globe came together to celebrate World Table Tennis Day despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Five minute membership survey – win an Amazon voucher
Take part in our annual membership survey, and you could be in with a chance of winning a £50 Amazon voucher!
Rankings ‘frozen’ during lockdown
Our April rankings and ratings lists have now been published, taking into account matches that were played earlier in March before the coronavirus 'lockdown'.
Get involved in World Table Tennis Day . . . at home!
Communities are coming together during the coronavirus pandemic - and our sport will take centre stage on World Table Tennis Day on Monday.
AGM date and details
The Table Tennis England Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday July 18, 2020.
Your Nationals playlist is essential viewing!
Now is the perfect time to relive the drama and excitement of Finals Day at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships!
Youth development webinar for coaches
Table Tennis England Junior Head Coach Marcus Gustafson will deliver the next in a series of free webinars to help coaches develop their knowledge base during the coronavirus lockdown.
Sport England announces emergency funding package
Sport England has today confirmed that it is making up to £195m of funding available to help the community sport and physical activity sector through the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.
Obituary: England international Ronnie Allcock
Ronnie Allcock, who has died aged 90, started playing table tennis when he was 15 years old and was coached by Stan Proffitt at that hotbed of table tennis in the north, Manchester YMCA.
Horsham Spinners round-up
There were four STAG Horsham Spinners tournaments in February and March 2020 and this is a round-up of all of the results, draw sheets and photos of the medallists.
Obituary: Keith ‘Charlie’ Childs
Tributes have been paid across the table tennis family to Keith ‘Charlie’ Childs, a passionate advocate of the sport in so many areas, who has died at the age of 69.
Coronavirus: General advice
A list of useful links to guidance and advice on the coronavirus pandemic.
Free webinars will help coaches enhance skills
We're arranging a series of free webinars for coaches to develop their knowledge base during the coronavirus lockdown. Here's how to sign up.
World Veteran Championships postponed
The 2020 World Veteran Championships in France is the latest event to be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus and table tennis: FAQs
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about how the coronavirus is affecting table tennis.
Athletes welcome Olympics delay
Britain's top table tennis players have welcomed the decision to postpone the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics until next year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Women’s Coaching Bursary Spotlight 2
The female coaching bursary has been really successful with 22 Females being supported through their Level 1,2, 3’s. The bursary has provided ongoing support via... Continue reading
Braintree League: Quarter-finals set up before halt
In common with other sports the Braintree Table Tennis League has abandoned its programme for the current season.
Chairman’s Message: We will do our very best to support our sport
In the light of the coronavirus situation, Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton explains our recent decisions and outlines future options.
Clacton & District: Walton joy, Windsor woe
The fluctuating fortunes of sport was vividly illustrated this week in the two Handicap Knock-Out competitions organised by the Clacton & District League, with Walton E twice tasting the sweetness of success and Windsor Kestrels twice suffering the anguish of defeat.
Doug takes a leading role on mental health
Table Tennis England Board member Doug Livingstone is playing a key role in helping to end the stigma of mental ill-health in the workplace.
Pitchford extends Japanese league contract
Liam Pitchford says extending his contract with Saitama in the Japanese T.League for another season was an easy decision to make.
Coronavirus: List of cancelled or postponed events
A guide to which events have been cancelled or postponed during the coronavirus outbreak. This will be updated as necessary.
Table Tennis England: How to stay in touch
Due to the current situation with Coronavirus Table Tennis England have followed the Government advice to allow all workers to work from home.
Para Nationals postponed
The National Para Championships has fallen victim to the Coronavirus situation, with British Para Table Tennis announcing the event has been postponed.
Table tennis boost for Sport Relief
A 24-hour table tennis marathon at the BBC headquarters in Manchester raised more than £1,500 for Sport Relief - with some big names from the sport joining in.
Wolverhampton Grand Prix cancelled
The Wolverhampton Grand Prix on March 21-22 has been cancelled due to venue closure by Wolverhampton City Council.
Leicester & District: Bentley shines
Possibly the best performance of the week in the Leicester and District League came in Division One when Knighton Park II faced their own third team comprising of juniors for whom the youngest of the lot at 15, Oscar Bentley, won all three to take his team very close to a shock success.
Braintree League: Fairchild steps up in style
For the second week running, one of the outstanding performances of the week in the Braintree Table Tennis League came from a player deputising in division one.
Saints and PPong on top at VBL
Bribar St Neots Saints and PPong women took the Premier Division titles at the Veterans’ British League.
MK League: Kings close to first title
PREMIER DIVISION Greenleys Kings lead has been cut to 16 points after beating MK Spinners 6-4 , so their coronation is put on hold for... Continue reading
Double joy for Ackworth at schools finals
Ackworth School won a double in the under-16 category at the Butterfly School Team Championships in Hinckley.
Clacton & District: Life in the Lions
For a side with abundant talent and ability, it’s been a major surprise that Nomads Lions have been languishing in the foothills of Division One of the Clacton & District League for most of the season.
Leicester & District: Lutterworth’s decisive day
Having previewed the top clash of the week in Division Four of the Leicester & District League seven days ago with Lutterworth marginally ahead of Syston Casuals III and the two facing each other almost certainly for the championship, the reality was spectacular, but in an unexpected way.
Braintree League: Clift steps up to plate
A number of individual performances stood out in the latest set of Braintree Table Tennis League fixtures, one in division one, one in division two and two in division three.
Shilton pleased with team silver
Billy Shilton bounced back from a disappointing loss in the singles to take silver in the men’s class 8 team event in the Costa Brava Para Open in Platja D’Aro.
It’s ‘game on’ for Sport Relief
It’s ‘game on’ at the BBC and Table Tennis England HQs today as both organisations are raising funds for Sport Relief.
Baldwin is star attraction at schools finals
With only two defending champions in the field, the Butterfly School Team Championship National Finals at Hinckley this weekend could be the most open in several years.
Phase 2 Halton TT Kidz
Over the past few weeks, Halton Table Tennis Club have embarked on their second phase of TT Kidz. The session which takes place on a... Continue reading
Bat and Chat success for Ramsbottom TT Academy
A new Bat and Chat session that was started in October 2019 via Be TT funding support has proven to be a real success. The... Continue reading
Table Tennis at the BBC for Sport Relief
Last week I was asked to deliver some coaching to help the staff at the BBC carry out a marathon 24 hour Table Tennis challenge... Continue reading
Jersey Grand Prix cancelled
The Jersey Grand Prix, which was due to take place next month, has been cancelled.
Volunteer Clive happy to be back at the centre of events
Volunteer Clive Oakman said he felt right at home at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships as he returned to the sport he served with distinction more than 20 years ago.
TableTennisDaily & Ackworth School take JBL honours
TableTennisDaily and Ackworth School are the Junior British League Premier Division champions for 2019/20 after topping the tables with 100% win records this season.
Brighton’s inspiration factor earns top award
Brighton TTC cemented its status as an inspiring club by winning a prestigious Sport and Recreation Alliance award.
Pitchford: I want to be at this level all the time
Liam Pitchford hailed a “massive step” in his career as he reflected on a Qatar Open performance which saw him reach his first singles final on the ITTF World Tour – a day after reaching his first doubles final.
Honour in defeat for Pitchford in Qatar Open final
Liam Pitchford lost the match but won universal respect in his first appearance in an ITTF World Tour final at the world-class Qatar Open.
Stacey pleased with silver
Joshua Stacey took silver in the men’s class 9 singles in the Costa Brava Para Open in Platja D’Aro. There were bronze medals for Megan Shackleton, Martin Perry and Ashley Facey Thompson.
Liam & Paul beaten by Chinese greats in final
Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall were defeated 3-1 by the world's best pair Ma Long & Xu Xin in the Qatar Open doubles final today - but Pitchford will have a chance for revenge over Xu Xin in the singles semi-finals tomorrow.
Payet goes out in Euro quarters
English involvement ended at the European Under-21 Championships in Croatia as Denise Payet and her partner Hana Arapovic exited in the quarter-finals of the Women's Doubles.
Liam and Paul into Qatar Open final!
Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall are into the Men's Doubles final at the Qatar Open, where Chinese superstars Ma Long & Xu Xin await. Liam is also into the singles quarter-finals.
MK Championships : Mighty Matt retains his crown
Sadly the downward trend of entries continues with only 32 this year, including just 5 women but no juniors. We did however enjoy a fleeting visit... Continue reading
Liam and Paul march on in Qatar
Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall are into the semi-finals of the Men's Doubles at the Qatar Open, while Liam reached the singles last 16 after an eventful end to his opening match.
Payet moves on in doubles after singles exit
Denise Payet is into the Women's Doubles last 16 at the European Under-21 Championships, but there was no joy in the singles for Payet or Matthew Daish.
It’s a case of ‘ping long’ for BBC Sport Relief
The have been some marathon efforts to raise money for Sport Relief down the years, now two BBC producers are turning to table tennis to help fight poverty and inequality.
Pitchford & Drinkhall comeback earns main draw place
Paul Drinkhall was unable to join Liam Pitchford in the main singles draw of the Qatar Open, but the pair are through in the Men's Doubles after a tremendous comeback win today.
Cast your vote and help Steve win!
Your vote could be all-important in helping table tennis coach Steve Bertie win a prestigious national award.
Seven aim to reign in Spain
Seven British athletes are heading to Spain today to compete in the Costa Brava Para Open which begins tomorrow in Platja D’Aro (March 5-8) as the qualification period for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games enters its final few weeks.
Premier leaders aim to finish the job at JBL
It will take a lot to dislodge the two Premier Division leaders as the Junior British League plays to a conclusion at Derby Arena this weekend.
Braintree League: Injury blow for Rayne
An injury to one of their key players has thrown into doubt Rayne F’s apparent charge to the Braintree Table Tennis League division three title.
Leicester & District: Five-way fight for promotion
Division Three of the Leicester & District League is boiling up nicely to become a fight between five teams for promotion as some of the top teams let points slip away, albeit to each other.
Clacton & District: Panthers under pressure
In each of the past seven seasons, Nomads Panthers have won the Division One title of the Clacton & District League by a canter, their final winning margin ranging from a massive 40 points to a still-comfortable 21 points.
Will Bayley: I believe it’s possible to win Tokyo medal
Will Bayley says self-belief will help him overcome injury and get to the Tokyo Paralympics - where winning a medal would be his biggest achievement.
Volunteers take Pride of place at Nationals
Volunteers shared centre stage with national champions as the Pride of Table Tennis Awards winners were presented on Finals Day at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
Pitchford and Ho take the Nationals spoils
Liam Pitchford won his sixth Men’s Singles title and Tin-Tin Ho her fourth Women’s Singles on Finals Day of the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
Watch: Day 3 Mark Bates Ltd National Championships
The third day of the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships gets under way at 9.30am on Sunday and here's how you can watch live on the BBC website and keep up to date with all the latest news.
Baldwin’s bold win earns spot on Finals Day
Mari Baldwin caused the upset of the day as she defeated second seed Denise Payet to reach the Women's Singles semi-finals at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
Paralympians through to finals
Three Paralympians are into tomorrow's finals at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships, but in many ways the day belongs to Shae Thakker.
Enhanced spectator experience at the Nationals
Spectators at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships will have noticed a few changes designed to improve their experience of our flagship event.
Walker & Ho are top pair again
Sam Walker & Tin-Tin Ho brought down the curtain on the first day of the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships in Nottingham by winning the Mixed Doubles title.
Walsh books Pitchford clash after family battle
Ethan Walsh will have a crack at England No 1 Liam Pitchford in the last 16 - after getting past his brother-in-law in the group stage at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships.
Payet and Savill win under-21 titles
Denise Payet and Luke Savill won the biggest singles titles of their careers by claiming the under-21 men’s and women’s singles gold medals on day one of the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships, both upgrading from their silver medals last year.
MK League : Kings on the brink
PREMIER Greenleys Kings were given a good run for their money by 6th placed MK Phoenix this week. Phoenix took 3 sets from the runaway... Continue reading
SBL Premier Division plays of the week!
Watch some of the best shots and rallies from Urban TTC's tight victory against Ormeau in the SBL Premier Division.
BBC to show Nationals finals
Finals Day at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships will be shown live on the BBC Sport website.
Nationals draws published
The draws for the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships have been published, with the tournament getting under way with the under-21 events on Friday morning at the University of Nottingham.
World Championships postponed
The World Championships, due to be held in South Korea next month, have been postponed because of the Coronavirus emergency.
Ormesby keep top four hopes alive as Urban TTC edge out Ormeau
Ormesby did all they could to keep their hopes of a top four finish in the Premier Division alive with a 7-0 victory over North Ayrshire.
Clacton & District: Walton save top-flight honour
Just two teams from Division One have made it through to the quarter-finals of the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Knock-Out Cup - and both are from the Walton Club.
Braintree League: Liberal can’t overcome handicap
Braintree Table Tennis League champions Liberal A have not always entered the handicap cup, figuring, one assumes, that pulling back massive deficits might prove too tough an obstacle.
Leicester & District: Dramatic win for Goons
Needing to find some way of revitalising their flagship team handicap competition after falling entries the County Association did a survey and, as a result, changed the format so that all matches in a round would be played on a pre-ordained date under the same roof.
Green and Piwowar the pick of the pack in Sweden
Connor Green and Jakub Piwowar just missed out on podium places as they reached the quarter-finals of their respective singles competitions at the Swedish Junior & Cadet Open.
Wong goes furthest in Sweden
Jasmin Wong's last-32 place was the best result in the senior categories at the Safir International event in Sweden.
Pitchford run ended in semi-finals
Liam Pitchford's run at the Hungarian Open was ended in the semi-finals by Japanese teenager Yukiya Uda today.
Perry fightback key to team gold
Martin Perry finished the Polish Para Open in Wladyslawowo on a high by taking gold in the men’s class 6 team event with his Italian partner Matteo Parenzan.
Confident Pitchford storms into quarters
Liam Pitchford made short work of last week's Portugal Open champion to romp into the quarter-finals of the Hungarian Open today.
Stacey strikes gold on road to Tokyo
Joshua Stacey made the perfect start to Paralympic year and improved his chances of qualification for Tokyo 2020 by winning gold in the men’s class 9 singles at the Polish Para Open in Wladyslawowo today.
Pitchford and Ho through in Hungary
Liam Pitchford is into the last 16 of the Hungarian Open, while Tin-Tin Ho has a doubles quarter-final to look forward to on Friday.
Medal for British pair Wong and Hursey in Sweden
Jasmin Wong joined Anna Hursey to win a doubles bronze for Britain and Connor Green put in the best singles performance at a busy Swedish Junior & Cadet Open, where Millie Rogove also won the consolation final.
Get in on the act at Ping Pong Fight CLub London!
Ping Pong Fight Club London is a spectacular inter-company ping pong tournament, team bonding and networking party to be held on March 19th, at Oval Space.
All to play for as Premier Division enters final rounds
Archway Peterborough, Ormeau, Fusion and Ormesby are all looking to secure their place in the top four of the Premier Division in the penultimate weekend of fixtures before the play-offs.
Watch Pitchford go for a six-hit at Nationals!
Liam Pitchford is gunning for a historic Men’s Singles title No 6 at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships next week – and there are still tickets available to watch him and the other leading players in the land!
You can help coach Steve to win prestigious award!
Volunteer table tennis coach Steve Bertie has been nominated for a BEDSA award – and YOUR vote could help him win!
Back to Table Tennis programme launched
If you are looking to attract players back to your league or club, the new Back to TT organiser guide is here to help!
Drinkhall exits but Ho into main draw
Paul Drinkhall was defeated by world No 50 Yukiya Uda in the final preliminary round at the Hungarian Open, but Tin-Tin Ho is into the... Continue reading
Olympic Ambition programme opens
Applications are now open for Team GB's Ambition Programme, which aims to give experience to young athletes who are potential Olympians of the future.
It’s time to enter the Inter-Regionals
There is still time to enter the qualifying stage for this year’s Inter-Regional Championships, with events around the country in March, feeding into the national finals in May.
Drinkhall and Ho through on two fronts in Hungary
Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho are through their opening singles matches at the Hungarian Open and Drinkhall & Sam Walker, and Ho & Karoline Mischek, also won their opening doubles matches.
Saints’ crusade to get back to VBL summit
Bribar St Neots Saints are in pole position to win back ‘their’ Premier Division title as the Veterans’ British League comes to a head at Derby Arena this weekend.
Schools book places at National Finals
There will be plenty of new winners at the Butterfly School Team Championship National Finals, with only two of last year's champions making it through the Regional Finals.
Applications open for England age group squads
Applications are now open for the England age group squads for the 2020/21 season.
Wolverhampton Grand Prix entry extended
Well over 100 players have already entered the Wolverhampton Grand Prix but there is still space if you would like to join them!
Nottingham Closed Championships report
The annual Nottingham Closed Championships were played over the weekend of January 11-12 at Sycamore Table Tennis Club. As always the first days play consisted of all the junior events, divisional singles events for Division 2 and 3 players, a handicap competition and a drawn doubles event.
Para stars target ranking points in Poland
With the Paralympic Games in Tokyo just over six months away the British Para Table Tennis Team is sending eight players to this week's Polish Para Open in Wladyslawowo (February 20-22) who are all looking to improve their world ranking before the qualification period ends on March 31.
Chelmsford & Dist: Leaders given a cup fright
Danbury E, runaway leaders of division three of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League, were given the severest of examinations in the division three Knockout Cup competition.
Clacton & Dist: Top two produce a cracker
The long-awaited meeting of Nomads Panthers and Walton A, the two teams vying for honours at the top of Division One of the Clacton & District League, produced the match of the season so far, the Panthers eventually taking it 7-3.
Hunter notches up Czech wins
England Aspire Squad member Joseph Hunter picked up a couple of victories at the Czech Junior & Cadet Open, where he competed at both age groups.
Leicester & District: Berry good show!
One of the best individual performances of the week in the Leicester and District League came in Division One when James Berry, who has been playing for Knighton Park II for a couple of years and improving all the time, took a very fine maximum against Thringstone to help his team to a 5-5 draw, beating players graded well above himself in the process.
Braintree League: Kerns in top form
First Rayne A and now leaders Liberal A have come up against the wiles of former men’s singles champion Steve Kerns in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Twins receive England call-up
Twin brothers are included in a strong squad selected to represent England in the annual Primary Schools Home International, hosted this year in Douglas, Isle of Man.
Drinkhall run ends in quarter-finals in Portugal
Paul Drinkhall's run at the Portugal Open ended in the quarter-finals at the hands of Germany's Qiu Dang.
Jarvis and McBeath look confident in Portugal
Tom Jarvis and David McBeath are into the main draw of the Portugal Open, to join 14th seed Paul Drinkhall.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch some of the best shots and rallies from a fantastic tie between Ormesby and Ormeau.
Tokyo 2020 hopefuls head Nationals line-up
The line-up of players competing at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships has been finalised, with Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls heading the field.
Umpires can get on pathway to Birmingham!
Our upcoming umpire training courses could get you on court at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham!
TT Kidz Activator Training Leigh
A number of coaches and young activators recently attended the TT Kidz Activator Training Course at Leigh St George Table Tennis Club. The club is... Continue reading
Extra prize money at Mark Bates Nationals
Prize money at the Mark Bates Ltd National Championships has been increased by 25% thanks to the title sponsor of the event.
Cheshire Schools Individual Championships
This was a bigger entry for the Cheshire Schools Individual Championships this year with many new schools and colleges taking part including Kings School, Macclesfield and Ormiston Chadwick plus the return of Wilmslow High.
Chelmsford & Dist: Gozcu is top man
Top seed Eren Gozcu is the 2020 Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Men’s Singles champion.
BATTS move second as race for Premier Division top four tightens
BATTS, Archway Peterborough and Ormesby all kept their hopes of a top-four finish alive with victories on Saturday in the SBL Premier Division.
Your views sought on British League, rankings
Two major consultations, on the future of the rankings system and the British League, have already received dozens of submissions – and there is still time to have your say.
Chelmsford & District: Abbott spearheads Maldon bid
Maldon A – runaway leaders in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League – took two more steps towards retaining their title.
Clacton & District: Denyer completes the set
In his comparatively short 14-year table tennis career in the Clacton & District League, James Denyer has accumulated an unprecedented mass of honours and trophies - the Knock-Out Cup three times, the Division One title seven times, a winner of the Closed Championship’s Mens Singles twice, Mens Doubles twice and Mixed Doubles twice, Junior Singles champion five times, Junior Doubles champion twice, and twice a winner of the Junior Combination.
Braintree League: Surprise loss for Notley
Rayne F are slowly and almost inexorably moving away from the chasing pack in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League as their rivals stutter.
Leicester & District: Gong makes a mark
There was a flurry of excitement in Division One of the Leicester & District League when it was learned that a young lady from China would be joining the Unicorn second team. Already Yu Yu Gong has played in three matches and made her mark.
Classy Boll too good for Pitchford
Liam Pitchford found the great Timo Boll in irresistible form in the quarter-finals of the Europe Top 16 in Montreux tonight.
Is your league in the ELCC hat yet?
Table Tennis leagues have a week left to enter the 2020 ELCC competitions. Entries for the four competitions, the oldest in the Table Tennis England domestic competition calendar, close on Monday February 17.
Time to enter the Wolverhampton Grand Prix
There is just over a week left to enter the Wolverhampton Grand Prix, the third main event of this season's series.
PODCAST: Pitchford & Walker talk mental health & well-being
What happens when an elite athlete is affected by mental health issues? That is the topic of our first #TowardsTokyo2020 podcast featuring Olympians Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker.
Archway look to upset Urban TTC in search of top-four finish
The Senior British League returns this Saturday with several clubs vying for a top-four position as the season enters a crucial period.
Coach Craig to lead women’s squad for Worlds
Craig Bryant is delighted to be in England’s corner for the World Team Championships in Korea in March.
English trio knocked out in Spain
England's interest in the Spanish Open is over as Luke Savill, Sam Mabey and Matthew Daish have all gone out.
Pitchford ready for another crack at the Top
Liam Pitchford believes last year's experience at the Europe Top 16 will stand him in good stead to perform better this time around in Montreux.
Join our Bat and Chat programme
Bat and Chat is a social programme designed to allow individuals who already play table tennis a slower version of the game and also welcome... Continue reading
Worcestershire Schools Individual competition – Senior
Worcestershire Schools Individual Senior Competition. U16 & U19'S
Worcestershire Schools Individual competition – Junior
Worcestershire Schools Individual Juniors competition report.
MK League : Baggaley on top of the world again
PREMIER DIVISION Congratulations to Andrew Baggaley on retaining his World Championship of Ping Pong title at the weekend, his 4th in total. I’m sure that... Continue reading
Inclusivity grant scheme re-opens
Clubs and organisations are being invited to apply for Table Tennis England funding to help get more people from minority or underrepresented groups playing table tennis.
Chelmsford & District: Players battle to Finals Night
The 2020 Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Closed Championships played at the Hylands School this weekend produced more than its fair share of excitement.
Nashed inspires Woodford at Team Open
Cippenham Table Tennis Club held its annual Team 2-Star Open on Saturday January 25 and Organiser Graham Trimming clamed that it was the best yet in its 14th year.
Braintree League: Liberal take charge of title race
Liberal A took a major stride towards retaining their Braintree Table Tennis League title when they scored a resounding victory over their nearest rivals.
Leicester & District: Wolvey win an unusual one
Results from Division One of the Leicester and District League are a little sparse of late but an unusual one to come through was that of AW Wolvey beating Knighton Park II 6-4.
Clacton & District: Jaguars show class
The meeting of the top two teams in Division Three of the Clacton & District League saw leaders Nomads Jaguars record a resounding 8-2 victory over Windsor Penguins.
Next stage for schools in national title quest
A place at the Butterfly National School Team Championship Finals is the target for 118 schools competing at the Regional Finals.
Liam and Paul now single-minded on road to Tokyo
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall admitted the squad did not perform after Great Britain were unable to secure a team place at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics – but they are now focused on qualifying as individuals.
Table tennis to feature on new live streaming platform
A series of top table tennis events will feature on a new broadcast service for Olympic and Paralympic sports.
Win a Team England Butterfly Bundle!
Members and licensed coaches can bag themselves one of four Team England Butterfly bundles!
Female ambassador journeys: Juliet Bertie
In the first of a series celebrating the great work of our Female Ambassadors, Juliet Bertie from Continental Stars TTC in Birmingham tells us about her table tennis journey.
Walker and Ho exit German Open
Sam Walker and Tin-Tin Ho were both knocked out of the German Open by top 40-ranked players - Walker in a deciding seventh game.
Obituary: Graham Parkes
Player, administrator, umpire and friend. Graham Parkes had many roles in his table tennis career. He was a near-constant presence in the Clacton & District League for the last 40 years and it was the greatest of shocks when we learned of his death, three days after he collapsed during a table tennis match.
Double delight for Joola Plymouth at WBL
There was a double celebration for Joola Plymouth as they won the Premier Division and Division Two of the Women’s British League at the competition’s second weekend in Wolverhampton.
MK League: Martin first out the blocks
PREMIER DIVISION A new decade dawns and the honour of being the first Premier singles winner fell to Greenley’s Monarchs’ Martin Hall in his team’s... Continue reading
Obituary: Derek Schofield, world champion and VETTS founder
Derek Schofield, a veterans’ world champion and former chairman and president of VETTS, has died at the age of 90.
Turner earns prize spot on national coaching programme
Table Tennis England coach Chris Turner is among an elite group of coaches selected by UK Coaching to join its Performance Foundation coach support programme.
Clacton & District: Mark’s maximum gees up brotherhood
Brotherhood G made an excellent start to the second half of their Clacton & District League season in their bid to retain their Division Two status with a comprehensive 8-2 win over Windsor Kestrels, a result which lifts them out of the relegation places.
Braintree League: Willis run comes to end
A number of unbeaten records went tumbling within days of each other in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Trio lead competitive Division 5
Just because it is the lowest division doesn’t mean that Division Five is not competitive. In fact, just the opposite yet it also offers the chance for clubs to put teams of new players into the league to give them a taste so that the division very often becomes almost two separate ones.
Baggaley conquers the world again!
Andrew Baggaley won a sudden-death match point to successfully defend his World Championship of Ping Pong title and lift the trophy for a historic fourth time tonight.
GB men’s Olympic team dreams are over
Great Britain’s dreams of qualifying a men’s team for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were ended tonight after Hungary defeated them at the qualifying tournament in Portugal.
GB Olympic dream over – for now
Great Britain will have to win the second stage of the Olympic Qualifying Tournament if they are to compete at the Tokyo Olympics after defeat to Croatia tonight.
First job done in GB Olympic bid
They didn't have everything their own way, but Great Britain cleared the first hurdle towards Olympic team qualification as they beat Argentina 3-0 in Portugal tonight.
Inspiration and Aspiration as athletes join TT Kidz
Youngsters from Sir John Sherbrooke School in Nottingham had fun and inspiration in equal measure when three of Britain's best players joined their TT Kidz session.
Mo Salah v Dejan Lovren – who wins?
They are both world and European club champions, while one has played in a World Cup final and the other is an African player of the year - now Dejan Lovren and Mo Salah have become rivals on the table tennis table.
Mark Bates Limited to sponsor Nationals
Table Tennis England has agreed a five-year deal with Mark Bates Limited to become title sponsor of the National Championships.
SBL Premier Division weekend round-up!
Watch highlights from an exciting weekend of action in the Premier Division.
Baggaley aiming to rule world again
Andrew Baggaley starts the defence of his World Championship of Ping Pong title against Gianmarco Gallina of Italy at Alexandra Palace on Saturday.
GB women’s Olympic dreams are over
Great Britain's dreams of qualifying a women's team for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were ended by a ruthless Spanish display at the qualifying tournament in Portugal today.
Joola Plymouth lead hunt for WBL title
Joola Plymouth hold a slender advantage over Fusion at the top of the Premier Division going into weekend two of the Women’s British League.
We want your views on rankings and British League
Table Tennis England today launches two major consultation exercises, asking for members' comments on the future of the rankings system and the British League.
Horsham Spinners round-up
There were five STAG Horsham Spinners tournaments from November 2019 to January 2020 and this is a round-up of all of the results.
County Championships: Notts win fourth straight title
Nottinghamshire won their fourth straight County Championships veterans’ premier division but were made to work really hard this season as they came from third after the first weekend to overtake Yorkshire in the last match.
Coaching courses: book now
Now’s the time to book your place on the upcoming Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching Courses.
Argentina and Spain are first opponents for GB
Great Britain's men will start their Olympic Qualifying Tournament campaign against Argentina, while GB women face a tie against Spain.
Rankings update
The January rankings have been re-run to add results which impact upon invitations to the Senior National Championships & Cadet National Cup.
Urban top Premier Division as Ormesby’s title defence falters
Chris Doran clinched the final match against Ormesby to seal a 4-3 victory for Archway Peterborough and Urban continued their unbeaten run in this season's Premier Division.
Support #MK20in20 and ‘score’ a free table!
Milton Keynes has been named European City of Sport for 2020 by the European Cities and Capitals of Sport Federation (ACES Europe) which champions using sport to... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Jaguars edged out
It was a close call but Brotherhood F ended as narrow 5-4 winners against Nomads Jaguars in their Round One clash in the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Knock Out Cup.
Braintree League: 13 and out for Rayne
Rayne E’s long winning run in the Braintree Table Tennis League division two has come to an end.
Leicester & District: Desford maintain advantage
Desford Village’s first team continue to rule the roost in Division Two of the Leicester & District League, their latest result an 8-2 beating of one of the teams vying for the runners-up spot, Abbots Road, who had Vishal Parmar winning their two sets.
Urban look to extend their lead at the top of the Premier Division
Urban travel to BATTS this Sunday looking for a fourth win of the season to cement their place at the top of the Premier Division.
Member offer: Save on Channel crossings and minicruises
Start your adventure with DFDS and PG Benefits (Table Tennis England) with some great offers on Channel crossings and Minicruises.
Players tuning up for Tokyo 2020 qualifying bid
Great Britain are in a good place to give their all at the Olympic Team Qualifying tournament in Portugal next week - that's the message coming out of their training camp.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch some of the best shots and rallies from North Ayrshire's fixture against Ormeau in the Premier Division.
Liam Pitches in with a Q&A!
Find out what questions players at the Jack Petchey Team Finals had for Liam Pitchford - and how the England No 1 answered!
Top referees’ conference to be held in Birmingham
The Commonwealth Games host city of Birmingham has been chosen as the location for the ITTF's International Referees' Conference 2020.
Spotlight 1 on Chrissy Sykes L1 Female Bursary applicant
Over recent months Table Tennis England have been supporting over 21 Females to gain their coaching qualifications through a Female Bursary Scheme. The aim is... Continue reading
Debutant Nicolle helps Ormeau move up to second in the Premier Division
Ormeau’s new signing Dorian Nicolle was instrumental in their 5-2 victory against North Ayrshire in the first Premier Division fixture of 2020.
BPTT looking for Board members
British Para Table Tennis is looking to recruit two Non-Executive Directors - one a Finance Director - to join its Board.
Obituary: International Umpire Brian Lamerton
International umpire and former national councillor Brian Lamerton has died at the age of 89.
Obituary: Les Whittaker, former National Councillor
Les Whittaker, former National Councillor for Dorset, has died after a battle with motor neurone disease.
Forward-thinking University club’s charity marathon
The University of Warwick Table Tennis Club is taking to the tables for a marathon 24-hour session in aid of charity - the latest evidence of a club going from strength to strength.
Braintree League: Liberal build lead
Despite conceding their first match and then losing to their closest rivals, Liberal A hold a stronger lead at the mid-season break than they did last season.
Leicester & District: Kerry shines for Thringstone
Closest result so far in Division One as the second half of the Leicester & District season gets under way was a trappy little fixture between Arnesby and Thringstone that finished 5-5.
Clacton & District: Walton through by a whisker
The final match between Walton D and Windsor Merlins in Group H of the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Doubles Challenge would decide who would join Windsor Harriers in the round of the last 16. And the tie went down to the wire with Walton D edging home by the skin of their teeth with the narrowest of 5-4 victories.
Meet your qualifiers for the Senior National Championships
A total of 20 players have secured their spot at the Senior National Championships after topping the table sat this weekend’s qualifying tournament.
Great eight shine at Jack Petchey finals!
A different school won gold in each of the eight categories at the Jack Petchey Schools Table Tennis Team Finals, on a day made even more memorable by a visit from England No 1 Liam Pitchford.
Singles knockout line-ups complete for Nationals Qualifier
The draw for day two of the National Championships Qualifying tournament has been released - find out who will face who in the first knockout round.
North Ayrshire search for first win as Ormeau eye top of the table
The Senior British League, Premier Division returns for the first fixture of 2020 as Ormeau head to North Ayrshire looking to continue their unbeaten run.
More youngsters playing table tennis
There has been a significant increase in the number of children and young people playing table tennis, according to the latest Active Lives Children and Young People Survey.
Meet Will Bayley at Club Conference!
Will Bayley will be meeting delegates at the South East Club and Volunteer Conference and talking about how clubs can help develop para players - book your place now!
Barcsai strikes gold in Hungary
Bournemouth-based Sophie Barcsai won gold at the Hungarian U11, U13 & U15 Open.
Join our Nationals volunteer workforce!
Do you want to play a key role at the flagship event of English table tennis? If so, why not volunteer at the Senior National Championships?
Liam Pitchford picked for 2019 showreel
Liam Pitchford's stunning behind-the-back shots against Jun Mizutani feature in the ITTF's Best Shots of 2019 video.
Announcing our #TowardsTokyo2020 podcasts
We're preparing to record our first of a new series of podcasts, featuring Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker, on the subject of mental health. If you have any questions you want us to tackle, please let us know!
Sibling rivalry at the Nationals qualifier
Nine sets of siblings will be among those battling it out for a place at the Senior National Championships at this weekend's Qualifying Tournament.
ELCC entries open for affiliated leagues
Local leagues are now able to enter the English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC), the oldest domestic competition in the Table Tennis England calendar.
Braintree League: Leaders stretch advantage
The top two teams faced each other in both the second and third divisions of the Braintree Table Tennis League – and in both cases the current leaders were the victors.
Clacton & District: Walton on Panthers’ tail
With the second half of the Clacton & District League season resuming in January, the race for the Division One title is developing into the closest for many years.
School teams ready to get in the Zone
Hundreds of youngsters are preparing to represent their schools as the Butterfly School Team Championships moves into the Zone Finals phase.
County Champs: Notts seize Junior crown
The Junior Premier Division matches were held on December 14 and 15 at the Westfield Table Tennis Club in Wellingborough, where Nottinghamshire emerged victorious.
Braintree League: Rayne find their form
For the second year running Rayne’s lowest-ranked team have had a late awakening in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Don’t miss out on Nationals tickets!
Tickets are on sale for the Senior National Championships - your chance to watch the best players in the land, including Olympians and Paralympians, compete for the top titles.
Pitchford, England and Bayley turn heads!
From European gold medals to the glitz of Strictly Come Dancing, Liam Pitchford ‘going viral’ with an astonishing shot and England beating Japan in their own backyard, table tennis generated plenty of news in the second half of 2019.
Paul, Tin-Tin and Andrew were gold stars
An ITTF World Tour winner, a World champion and a European gold medallist . . . the first half of our review of 2019 features some stellar achievements in the English table tennis landscape.
Make January a RED letter month!
Table Tennis England is supporting RED January, which challenges everyone to be active every day in January and raise funds for Mind in the process.
Clacton & District: Pumas keep hopes alive
After defeat in their first Group match in the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Doubles Challenge, Nomads Pumas kept their qualification hopes alive with a convincing 9-0 victory in Group A against Windsor Magpies.
MK League : Kings roll over Spinners in pre Christmas rout
PREMIER DIVISION As we head into the festive break leaders Greenleys Kings hold an 11 point advantage over club-mates Monarchs, which should be enough for... Continue reading
Braintree League: Rayne fall good news for Liberal
A stunning defeat for Rayne A – their first of the season – has thrown the ball firmly back into champions Liberal A’s court in the race for the Braintree Table Tennis League title.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch a selection of the best shots and rallies from a fantastic weekend of action in the SBL Premier Division.
Chairman’s Message – December 2019
2019 has again seen challenges and opportunities to develop our sport in England. It has also brought some remarkable individual performances and achievements.
Unbeaten Urban top Premier Division as BATTS beat Ormesby
Urban beat Fusion and North Ayrshire in convincing fashion this weekend to head to the top of the Premier Division.
Obituary: David Turner, National Councillor
Tributes have been paid to Hampshire National Councillor David Turner, who has died suddenly at the age of 79.
Berkshire Schools Individual Champs Entry Forms
BERKSHIRE SCHOOLS INDIVIDUAL TABLE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2020 Date: Sunday 19th January 2020 Time: 9am-2pm – times for individual age groups TBC Venue: Kingfisher Table Tennis Club,... Continue reading
Braintree League: Another Black day for leaders
Braintree Table Tennis League division three leaders Rayne F suffered only their second defeat of the season – and it was at the hands of the team who beat them first time round.
Clacton & District: Bob Bales out Robins
In only his second season of competitive table tennis, Bob Bales of Windsor Robins is confirming he’s one of the most improved players in the Clacton & District League.
Chelmsford & District: Sweeny and Shead on song for Rawreth
Rawreth scored their fourth win of the season in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League – a convincing 9-1 victory over Chelmsford B.
Leopards squad named for Worlds
England have named a strong team for the World Team Championships in Korea in March.
Team gold for Bouron in Costa Rica
Pathway athlete Lucie Bouron combined with Sweden’s Anna-carin Ahlquist to win gold in the women’s class 2-4 team event on the final day of the PTT Copa Costa Rica in San José.
Three medals for GB in Costa Rica
British Para Table Tennis Pathway athletes Lucie Bouron (women’s class 2-4), Alex Bland (men’s class 6-7) and Shae Thakker (men’s class 10) all secured bronze medals in their respective singles events at the Copa Costa Rica in San José.
Join in with the #BigThankYou
It’s time to say a very big thank you to the volunteers who are the lifeblood of sport.
Six teams in action on bumper Premier Division weekend
The Premier Division fixture list gives table tennis fans an early Christmas present this weekend as six of the seven league teams are set to... Continue reading
Thomis retains title at Cippenham 4*
The sixth running of the Cippenham Junior 4-Star Open over the weekend proved another extremely successful event with 220 entries keeping nine tables very busy for two days.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch the best shots and rallies from Ormesby’s victory against Fusion that took them to second in the Premier Division. You can read the full... Continue reading
Don’t miss the chance to honour your volunteers!
Do you know someone who can follow in the footsteps of “fantastic” Pride of Table Tennis Award winner Jordan Abbott?
History made: First ‘VAR’ decision in table tennis!
History was made at the ITTF World Tour Grand Finals in China today with the first use of the Table Tennis Review (TTR) system which is being trialled at the event.
Nationals tickets – claim your discount!
Tickets are now on sale for the Senior National Championships – with a special early bird discount of up to one-third for our members who buy before the end of 2019!
MK League : Mighty Matt beaten at last
PREMIER This could prove to be a decisive fortnight in both the title and relegation races. The fixture computer has pitted teams against each other... Continue reading
Kent unravel Notts’ unbeaten record
Kent were surprise leaders after the first weekend's action of this season's County Championship Premier Division, played at Ashford TTC in Surrey.
Host venue needed for England match
Do you know a club or venue which would love to host England's elite men's team as they take on Spain in the European Championships Stage 1?
GB squad aiming be a six-hit in Costa Rica!
Six members of the British Para Table Tennis Pathway squad will compete in the final international event of the 2019 season in San José, Costa Rica, from December 12-14.
Ormesby bounce back to go second in the Premier Division
Ormesby bounced back from an opening defeat in the Premier Division to comfortably beat Fusion and head to second in the league after two rounds.... Continue reading
Chelmsford & District: Cross battles to hat-trick
Chelmsford A impressed by beating their colleagues Chelmsford B 9-1 in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Braintree League: Top five show strength
In a week where the top five teams were playing the bottom five teams, there was an air of predictability in the Braintree Table Tennis League first division.
Nationals Qualifier: Don’t miss chance to join elite
There is just over a week left to enter the Senior National Championships Qualifying Tournament for your chance to earn a crack at the best players in England.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood pacesetters share spoils
Brotherhood C and Brotherhood D started the week linked together at the top of Division Two of the Clacton & District League, and there was nothing to separate them as the two teams battled out a hard-fought draw.
Mabey is top ‘Finnish-er’ for England
Sam Mabey clinched a top-20 finish at the Finlandia Open over the weekend, making him the best performing of six English players at the event.
Drinkhall knocked out in Canada
Paul Drinkhall went out at the first hurdle at the North American Open, knocked out by China's Zhou Kai in Markham, Canada.
Brighton TTC named Britain’s best club in prestigious awards!
Brighton Table Tennis Club are cock-a-hoop after being named the best sports club in Britain in the Daily Mirror Pride of Sport Awards.
Nationals tickets on sale next week
Senior Nationals tickets will go on sale next week – and our members can qualify for an exclusive Early Bird Discount if they buy during 2019!
Ormesby’s 15-year-old Rayner to make Premier Division debut against Fusion
Defending champions Ormesby are looking for their first win of the season as they welcome Fusion to their Middlesbrough headquarters this Saturday. Ormesby were edged... Continue reading
Brighton rock! Listen to club’s debut music single
Brighton Table Tennis Club are again breaking new ground – by releasing a music single celebrating their place in the community.
Bath League blazes a trail for women and girls
Be TT funding has helped the Bath League make big strides to engage women and girls in table tennis.
Year 3 of Be TT well under way
Be TT is a Table Tennis England support programme for affiliated clubs and leagues, designed to build better experiences across our sport.
It’s all gold for Nottingham at BUCS event
The University of Nottingham dominated the national university championships with a clean sweep of the gold medals.
Jersey Grand Prix: Entries now open
Entries are now open for the popular three-day Jersey Grand Prix held over the Easter weekend.
MK League: Special delivery for Spinner Gary
PREMIER In a week that sees the third meeting of the season between teams, top dogs Greenleys Kings faced MK Powers having previously twice won... Continue reading
Obituary: Peter Fordham, Bury St Edmunds stalwart
Peter Fordham - table tennis player, coach and committee member - has passed away at the age of 80.
Braintree League: Rayne open gap
Two convincing wins and a surprisingly heavy defeat for their closest rivals have put Rayne F in a strong position in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Hawks take game of two halves
This week saw the first group matches in the Clacton and District League’s new Handicap Doubles Challenge competition. And it was Group B which produced two of the most intriguing encounters.
Leicester & District: Logjam at the top
The top of Division Five of the Leicester and District League is ticking like a timebomb at the moment with four teams within touching distance.
Durham was a hit, now Tonbridge!
The North-East Club and Volunteer Conference took place at Durham County Cricket Ground on the 24th November. It was a chance for delegates from clubs,... Continue reading
British team named for Tokyo 2020 qualifiers
Find out the chosen seven who will have their sights set on Tokyo 2020 Olympics when they compete in the World Team Qualification event in Portugal.
Warning: Hoax email circulating
Members: please be aware of a hoax email falsely claiming to be from Table Tennis England.
Two new directors join the board
Steve Kemish and Priya Samuel have been appointed to the Board of Table Tennis England. Read for further information and reaction to the appointment.
Team GB Para star is nominated for award
Reaction as Rob davies is nominated for the Male Para Table Tennis Star award at the prestigious 2019 ITTF Star Awards.
MK League : Outstanding Ollie obliterates top dogs
PREMIER Greenleys Kings 5 point lead at the head of the table was gone it a flash this week as they failed to win... Continue reading
TT Leagues new update
TT Leagues has been updated to improve the administrative functions based on user feedback. Read for more information on what is new!
Clubs: 2 days left to sign up to TT Kidz!
Clubs have until Wednesday to sign up for TT Kidz phase two. Read on to find out more about the programme and how clubs benefited in phase one.
World Ping Pong discount for our members!
Andrew Baggaley defends his World Championship of Ping Pong crown in January – and Table Tennis England members can get one-third off tickets to see him and the rest of the competitors in action!
Cippenham Super 6: Hari fights back to win
Reading’s Hari Gehlot, who represents Cippenham in the Veterans’ British League, fought back to retain the title he won last year in the Cippenham Super 6 Veterans’ 1-Star Open tournament on Sunday.
Braintree League: Netts narrowing the gap
Netts C are turning out to be the surprise team in this year’s Braintree Table Tennis League. Promoted to division one last season, they have run up a series of impressive scorelines despite not winning any matches apart from their walkover against Liberal A.
Clacton & District: Daniel’s dominant display
Daniel Young is emerging as the player to watch in the Clacton and District League, this week demonstrating his burgeoning talent with a dominant display in Walton A’s 6-4 victory over Division One title rivals Brotherhood A.
Who will follow Anne’s lead in our Pride awards?
Do you know an inspirational volunteer who is worthy of a Pride of Table Tennis award? If so, now is the time to nominate them!
MK League: Clare wins in Style
PREMIER An emphatic 8-2 win for leaders Greenleys Kings over 3rd placed MK Spinners, who finished the match with one player, Alan Cherry. Alan secured... Continue reading
Drinkhall joins the cool Kidz!
England star Paul Drinkhall thrilled youngsters at a TT Kidz session – and was in turn impressed by the enthusiasm and skill on display.
London 2012 medallist Paul Davies retires
Paul Davies, who won a memorable bronze medal in the men’s class 1 singles at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, has announced his retirement from Para table tennis with immediate effect.
Our debt of thanks to National Lottery players
As the National Lottery reaches its 25th anniversary, we are celebrating the huge positive impact it has had on table tennis – and thanking all those who play.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood grateful to Gowlett
Brotherhood A were given their sternest test of the season so far in Division One of the Clacton and District League and were grateful to a Kevin Gowlett hat-trick to see them home 6-4 against Windsor Hawks.
Fusion start season with win over North Ayrshire
Fusion completed an emphatic 7-0 victory in their opening game of this season’s SBL Premier Division. A team of Kazeem Adeleke, Joseph Hee and Lorestas... Continue reading
Could you become a coach tutor?
Table Tennis England is inviting applications from coaches with a minimum qualification level of Lead Coach Level 2 (UKCC Level 2) who wish to take the next step and become a coach tutor.
England trio on the podium in Portugal
Mollie Patterson and Millie Rogove won their second bronze medals of the tournament, while Connor Green was also on the podium at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open.
Braintree League: Netts upset formbook
It was virtually top versus bottom when Rayne G, top of division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League, travelled to Netts E, just one point and one place off the bottom.
Leicester & District: Chasing pack lose ground
While Desford Village rule the roost at the top of Division Two of the Leicester and District League, their three closest rivals battling it out for the other promotion spot all lost.
Pitchford bounced out by Boll
Liam Pitchford ran into Timo Boll at his imperious best as the European champion ended his Austrian Open run in the last 16.
Watch: Liam’s awesome shots go viral!
How's this for imagination and dexterity in the heat of battle? England's Liam Pitchford played not just one but two amazing behind-the-back shots during his last-32 clash with Jun Mizutani in the Austrian Open.
Could your school have an Under-19 Girls’ team?
The early rounds of the Butterfly Schools Team Championship are soon upon us, and we are looking for more teams to enter the Under-19 Girls' category.
North Ayrshire head to London as Fusion get their season underway
Fusion welcome North Ayrshire to London this Saturday for their first game of this season’s SBL Premier Division. North Ayrshire will looking to bounce back... Continue reading
Bronze for Mollie and Millie in Portugal
Mollie Patterson & Millie Rogove had to settle for the bronze medal in the Junior Girls' Doubles at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open after semi-final defeat to the second seeds.
Pitchford powers into last 16
Liam Pitchford defeated 11th seed Jun Mizutani in a deciding set to move into the last 16 of the Austrian Open, but the other English players went out.
Greenhouse Sports takes table tennis to iconic market
Two eye-catching table tennis tables and a Commonwealth Games gold medallist were at the centre of a campaign launch organised by Greenhouse Sports.
Don Parker awarded Commonwealth Sport Order of Merit
England table tennis great, and former Team England Sports Director, Don Parker, has been recognised for his outstanding service to sport by being awarded the Commonwealth Sport Order of Merit 2019.
Mollie and Millie sure of podium place in Portugal
Mollie Patterson & Millie Rogove are sure of a doubles medal, while Josh Weatherby is carrying the flag for the boys after a busy day for English youngsters at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open.
Pitchford fights back to reach main draw
Liam Pitchford launched a storming comeback to book a place in the main draw of the Austrian Open today, but Paul Drinkhall was on the receiving end of a fightback and went out.
Membership offer: Free spa days!
This summer, Table Tennis England members can treat themselves to one of 500 Free Spa Days with Fabyouless, worth £39.99.
Make sure your Club appears on the Table Finder!
Table Tennis England have launched an updated Table & Club Finder to help affiliated clubs promote their sessions, and to help new players find local opportunities to play - make sure your club's details are up to date!
English trio go through in Austria
Liam Pitchford, Paul Drinkhall and Tin-Tin Ho are through their opening round of the Austrian Open, but Sam Walker and Denise Payet have gone out.
Conferences: Book now for Durham, plus SE venue confirmed
There’s still time to book your place at the North East Conference - and the venue has been announced for the South East region.
England coach Gavin invited to ITTF course
England’s Gavin Evans is one of just 12 coaches from around the world selected to attend the ITTF’s High Level Coaching Course next month.
Record number of Be TT projects get funding
A record number of applications to the Be TT programme have resulted in 51 projects being awarded funding in Year 3 of the initiative.
‘I won’t let losing a leg stop my Commonwealth dream’
Former England international and European champion Simon Heaps lost his leg to diabetes earlier this year. But he has no intention of letting it curtail his table tennis ambitions as he transitions to para sport.
Braintree League: Rayne sink champions
Anfield was not the only place where champions and challengers came face to face. Braintree Table Tennis League’s top two came up against each other – and just as at Anfield it was the champions who came unstuck
Clacton & District: Three for Lee
A high-class hat-trick from Lee Allen was the cornerstone of Brotherhood D’s 7-3 hard-fought success over Lawford in Division Two of the Clacton & District League, a result which leapfrogs the Brotherhood team over Lawford to the top of the table.
Leicester & District: Desford flying high
Desford Village first team solidified their position at the top of Division Two in the Leicester & District League with an overwhelming 10-0 success over Great Glen who are by no means one of the lower teams in this division.
Chelmsford & District: Davison stars in Liberal draw
Paul Davison was on good form for Liberal in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and his hat-trick enabled his side to draw against Chelmsford B.
England earn medal haul at Home Internationals
England won 14 medals, seven of them gold, at the Home Countries International Championship in Douglas, Isle of Man.
Romania victory not enough for England
England picked up a good win over Romania, but it was not enough to make it through to the knockout stage of the Junior Boys' Team event at the Hungarian Junior & Cadet Open.
China retain Team World Cup titles
China kept up their unassailable recent record as they again won both the men's and women's events at the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup.
It’s time to honour your local heroes!
The new-look Pride of Table Tennis Awards are launched today – so now is the time to honour the unsung heroes who help to make our sport great.
England run ended by Chinese Taipei
England's hopes of repeating their medal-winning Team World Cup performance of last year were ended by ruthless Chinese Taipei in the quarter-finals this morning.
Wilson tops group in Hungary
Sam Wilson reached the main draw at the Hungarian Junior & Cadet Open, but there was no luck for Thomas Rayner or David Gofton.
England see off Austria to top group
England beat Austria 3-0 to top their group at the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup and move into the quarter-finals, where their opponents will be Chinese Taipei.
Your chance to shine on the Nationals stage
Have you got what it takes to tackle the top players in the country? The place to find out is the Senior National Championships Qualifying Tournament!
Australia deal puts new Spin on TT Kidz
TT Kidz is going international thanks to a licensing agreement between Table Tennis England and our Australian counterparts.
Brilliant England blow away hosts Japan
England caused a sensation on the opening day of the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup as they beat hosts Japan 3-1.
Obituary: Derrick Marples, influential coach
Former England coach and Table Tennis England Vice-President Derrick Marples has died at the age of 89.
Umpire Josh steps up to top level
Josh Reynolds has joined the ranks of the world’s best umpires, having had his Blue Badge status confirmed by the ITTF.
MK League : First win for Topspin
In an early repeat of the opening week’s fixtures leaders Greenleys Kings had a surprisingly tough match with 5th placed MK Kingpins, winning by 7-3. ... Continue reading
County Championships: Three teams lead Over-60s table
The County Championships Over 60s Premier Division played their first weekend of matches at the Milton Keynes Table Tennis Club on November 2-3.
England to face Japan at ITTF Team World Cup
England were grouped with familiar foes - and hosts - Japan, along with Austria in today's draw for the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup.
TableTennisDaily and Ackworth are flawless at JBL
TableTennisDaily and Ackworth School took charge of their respective Premier Divisions with 100% records at the first weekend of the Junior British League at Derby Arena.
European Championships Stage 1 draw revealed
England know their opponents in Stage 1 of the 2021 European Championships - and the women have a home international to look forward to.
Two team bronzes for England in Slovakia
Charlotte Bardsley, Millie Rogove and Sam Wilson all won bronze medals in the team events at the Slovakia Junior & Cadet Open. Bardsley – who... Continue reading
Braintree League: Liberal bag a rare whitewash
Liberal D, new to the Braintree Table Tennis League this year, have had an up-and-down ride so far.
Clacton & District: Lott earns share of spoils
Walton E and Nomads Lions shared the spoils in the first drawn match this season in Division One of the Clacton & District League.
Leicester & District: Perry good show!
The first three results through from Division One of the Leicester and District League have all been 5-5 draws.
Chelmsford & District: Sturton in good form
The division two match between Writtle B and Danbury C was a good one in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and it finished tied at 5-5.
Bronzes for Gilroy and debutant Williams
Welsh teenager Grace Williams marked her international debut by taking a bronze medal in the women’s class 9-10 team event at the PTT Dutch Open in Stadskanaal today and Barnsley’s Sue Gilroy also took bronze in the women’s class 3-5 team event.
Karabardak pleased with silver show
Welshman Paul Karabardak took silver in the men’s class 6 singles at the PTT Dutch Open in Stadskanaal while Tom Matthews (men’s class 1), David Wetherill (men’s class 6) and world champion Ross Wilson (men’s class 8) all took bronze in their respective events after very close semi-final defeats.
Lebesson ends Jarvis’ run in quarters
Tom Jarvis reached his second successive ITTF Challenge series quarter-final and it took the top seed and former European champion Emmanuel Lebesson to end his run.
Jarvis notches two big victories in Belarus
Tom Jarvis overcame two higher-ranked players, including the fifth seed, to move into the last 16 of the Belarus Open in Minsk.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch the best shots and rallies from the thrilling tie between Ormeau and Archway Peterborough in round two of the Senior British League, Premier Division.... Continue reading
Chairman Sandra ‘honoured and blown away’ by award
Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton has dedicated winning the Service to Sport Award at last night's Nottingham Post Sports Awards to table tennis volunteers all over the country.
European coaching conference a big success
Some of Europe’s top coaches have been sharing their knowledge and expertise at the ETTU Coaching Conference in London.
Gavin Evans: England and GB role is an honour
Gavin Evans leads England into the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup aiming for a medal on what is the first step of a journey which everyone hopes will lead to Team GB qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics.
Bardsley is Slovakian Open champion!
Charlotte Bardsley is an ITTF Junior Circuit gold medallist! The English teenager romped to the Junior Girls' Singles title at the Slovakian Junior & Cadet Open with a string of impressive performances.
Will’s now Strictly focused on Tokyo after injury blow
Paralympic champion Will Bayley now has his sights firmly set on the defence of his Paralympic title in Tokyo next summer after a knee injury forced him to leave Strictly Come Dancing.
Opening a pathway from Ping! to league play
From beginner, to social player, to competitive player, an Oxford-based table tennis project is the perfect example of how to create a pathway to help... Continue reading
Victories for English trio in Belarus
Tom Jarvis, Sam Mabey and Matthew Daish all picked up victories on the opening day of the Belarus Open.
Wilson and Matthews lead Dutch trip
World champion Ross Wilson and world bronze medallist Tom Matthews head a squad of seven athletes from the British Para Table Tennis Team which will compete in the PTT Dutch Open in Stadskanaal from November 1-3.
Obituary: Geoff Rushton, National Councillor
Lancashire National Councillor Geoff Rushton has died at the age of 79.
Maccabiah Games incentive for Jewish athletes
Maccabi GB is looking for eligible managers, coaches and athletes to represent Great Britain at the Maccabiah Games in Israel.
Tough competition expected as JBL returns
Grantham College begin the defence of their Junior British League title at Derby Arena at the weekend, with only one of last year’s winning line-up returning for what looks like a wide open competition.
Ware books place at WCPP Finals
Matt Ware and Paul McCreery are through to the World Championship of Ping Pong Finals after the UK qualifying tournament at Ellenborough TTC.
Home Nations get together
Table Tennis England hosted delegates from the other Home Nations table tennis associations for a two-day British Table Tennis Federation summit in Milton Keynes.
MK League : Phoenix on the rise again
PREMIER DIVISION A massive 8-2 win for MK Phoenix this week over fellow promotees MK Powers lifted them off the bottom of the pile. Big... Continue reading
Hee’s a cut above the rest at Stockton-on-Tees 4*
The Tees Active Stockton-On-Tees Junior 4 Star Championships organised by the Cleveland Table Tennis Association was dominated by Joseph Hee from Fusion.
Ormeau top table after thriller against Archway Peterborough
Ormeau had a weekend to remember as they beat BATTS and Archway Peterborough to head to the top of the SBL Premier Division. They overcame... Continue reading
Braintree League: Martin in the spotlight
Braintree Table Tennis League coaching officer Keith Martin has brought through a number of talents in his time but it was his own turn in the spotlight this week when he produced probably the win of his career by beating 2017 men’s singles champion Brandon Crouchman.
Clacton & District: Paul perks up Penguins
It was the closest of contests between Windsor Penguins and Brotherhood F Division Three of the Clacton & District League with four of the matches going the distance and only one settled in three-straight.
Chelmsford & District: Lowman hits heights
Promoted Danbury B have made a very good start to their division one campaign. With Sam Lowman leading the way they scored their third win of the season, beating Chelmsford C 7-3.
Doran returns with double victory
Chris Doran returned to the Grand Prix stage after injury and was straight back in the old routine as he won the Men's Singles at the Hatfield event on Sunday.
Bardsley and Boonyaprapa reach knockouts in Oman
Naphong Boonyaprapa and Charlotte Bardsley reached the main draw at the Oman Junior & Cadet Open in Muscat, while Gerogios Gerakios was unlucky to miss out.
Team gold for Perry in China
Paisley’s Martin Perry teamed up with Thomas Rau from Germany to take gold in the men’s class 6 team event at the PTT China Open in Hangzhou on Sunday.
Will vows to bounce back from injury
Will Bayley has vowed to be back stronger next week after he was forced to miss Saturday's live Strictly Come Dancing show after suffering an injury in rehearsal.
Silvers for Jack and Ash in China
Silver medals for Jack Hunter-Spivey in men’s class 5 and Ashley Facey-Thompson in men’s class 9 were the highlights for the British team in the singles events at the PTT China Open in Hangzhou today.
Naphong and Georgios shine again
Naphong Boonyaprapa and Georgios Gerakios reached the quarter-finals of the Cadet Boys’ Team event at the Oman Junior & Cadet Open in Muscat.
Gavin Evans takes coaching reins for Olympic campaign
Gavin Evans is stepping into the breach as England and GB men’s captain and coach following the departure of Marcus Sjoberg.
Full-strength squad for Team World Cup
England have announced a full-strength team as they once again go for glory at the ZEN-NOH ITTF Team World Cup.
County Championships: Yorkshire hold slim lead
The first weekend’s play saw the introduction of a new organiser in the form of Tony Dias from Middlesex, quite a daunting prospect for a first-time organiser, no doubt he would have been glad of the support that Ken Eliot was able to provide.
Archway Peterborough set to make SBL Premier Division debut
After just a single fixture was played in week one, the SBL Premier Division is due to really get going this weekend with four of... Continue reading
Two titles for Tianer
The first London Academy 2 Star of the 2019-20 season took place on Saturday 12th October in Edgware. There was a very large entry of 98 players (146 entries), including 14 girls.
MK League: Spinners miss out on top spot
PREMIER Leaders Greenleys Kings keep turning out their big Summer signing Matt Haynes, and just as well for them this week as his hat-trick helped... Continue reading
Be TT project leads to boost for women coaches
A successful Be TT project led to the first women-only coaching course run by Table Tennis England, with eight female coaches taking their Level 1 qualification.
Pride awards place volunteers in limelight
The Pride of Table Tennis Awards are getting a makeover to ensure they are an even bigger and better celebration of the volunteers who are the sport’s lifeblood.
Impressive field ready for Stockton 4*
The Tees Active Stockton-On-Tees 4 Star Junior Championships have received a bumper entry for the competition which is being played at Thornaby Pavilion this weekend.
High five for Sophie!
Dorset’s Sophie Barcsai was one of 12 girls invited to participate in the 2019 Stiga Masters Minimes in Blegny (Belgium) at the weekend.
Smashed the Midlands! Next is Durham!
The Midlands Club and Volunteer conference proved a huge success! Don't miss your chance to join us in Durham for the North-East conference!
Eight continue Paralympic campaigns in China
A squad of eight athletes from the British Para Table Tennis Team will compete in the ITTF Para China Open in Hangzhou from October 25-28 looking to improve their world ranking and their chances of qualification for the Paralympic Games in Tokyo next year.
Grand Prix series: Hatfield draw, plus new venue announced
The draw for the Hatfield Grand Prix has been released - and we have also announced an exciting new venue for the final Grand Prix of the season in June.
Braintree League: Rayne head tight table
A strong win for Rayne D, a win with two players for Liberal C and a first defeat for Black Notley F means that only one point separates the top three teams in Division Two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Bunce leads Kestrels to win
The best performance of the week came in Division Two of the Clacton & District League where a fine all-round team performance saw Windsor Kestrels emerge surprise 6-4 winners against Brotherhood D.
Chelmsford & District: Maldon set cracking pace
Maldon A continue to carry all before them in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. Setting a pace of which Eliud Kipchoge might be proud they have scored 47 points out of 50.
Collier in rich vein of form for WBL leaders
Joola Plymouth lead the way and are unbeaten after the first weekend of the Women’s British League.
Super silver for Naphong and Georgios!
Naphong Boonyaprapa and Georgios Gerakios are international silver medallists, reaching the final of the Cadet Boys’ Doubles at the Egypt Junior & Cadet Open in Sharm El Sheikh.
Special milestone for Maidstone
Maidstone & District TTA celebrated their centenary with a gala dinner and exhibition match, raising £1,000 for Dementia UK in the process.
Pole star Jarvis reaches quarter-finals
Tom Jarvis notched up another impressive result, sinking the world No 73 as he reached the quarter-finals of the Polish Open.
“That was incredibly inspiring”
An emotional, inspiring, and empowring performance from Will Bayley on Strictly Come Dancing this week.
Jarvis sets up big tie in last 16
Tom Jarvis has stormed into the last 16 of the Polish Open, but there was heartbreak for Tin-Tin Ho in the last 32.
Inspiration Elroy up for two awards
Luton TTC founder and head coach Elroy Edwards has been shortlisted in two categories in the Luton Best Awards.
Jarvis battles back to reach main draw
Tom Jarvis is through to the main draw of the Poland Open, where he and Tin-Tin Ho will carry the hopes of the English contingent.
TT Kidz: Sign up for phase two delivery!
The second phase of TT Kidz is open for applications from clubs which want to deliver the new, inspiring initiative to get youngsters into the sport.
SBL Premier Division shots of the week!
Watch the best shots and rallies from weekend one of the Senior British League, Premier Division.
Positive results in Poland
Tom Jarvis, Maria Tsaptsinos and Sam Mabey all won their opening singles matches at the Poland Open, while there was also success for England in the under-21 and doubles competitions.
English duo reach quarter-finals in Egypt
Naphong Boonyaprapa and Georgios Gerakios powered to two group-stage victories to reach the Cadet Boys' Team knockout rounds at the Egypt Junior & Cadet Open.
Sara Sutcliffe appears on national podcast
Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe is the subject of the latest podcast in the Great British Bosses series.
TTKidz from Ramsbottom and Halton TT Clubs
I recently attended 2 new TT Kidz sessions that were delivered by Ramsbottom and Halton TT Clubs through Table Tennis England’s Be TT programme. It... Continue reading
Jakub selected for top Euro squad
Jakub Piwowar has been selected to join the Eurotalents Under-13 group, meaning he will receive coaching support from the European Table Tennis Union for the next year.
Returning champs aim to lay down WBL marker
Two returning champions will spearhead Joola Plymouth’s bid to make a winning start to the Women’s British League season - which also hosts an umpiring course which could get you on the path to the Commonwealth Games!
MK League: Russell Ends Win Drought
PREMIER DIVISION An early return to the fixture list of a fortnight ago saw the same teams winning as before and,despite changes of personnel, an... Continue reading
Table Tennis England recruiting two directors
Table Tennis England is seeking two non-executive directors to join its Board.
Chelmsford & District: Saglik is key man
The first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League produced some top-class action this week with the match between Chelmsford A and OCs A topping the bill.
Clacton & District: Derek digs for victory
There can be fewer more gritty, resolute or determined players in the Clacton & District League than Derek Willis and he showed all those qualities this week in the all-Walton Division One clash between the ‘B’ and ‘E’ teams.
Braintree League: Whiting key in Rayne battle
As befits two teams likely to be in the running for promotion from division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League, Rayne’s F and G teams served up a closely fought battle when they faced each other.
New recruit Mamut seals Urban victory
Urban TTC came from 2-0 down to defeat Ormesby and lay down an early marker for Senior British League, Premier Division supremacy.
Four hit gold standard for Para GB
The British Para table tennis team ended the PTT Finland Open in Lahti on a high with team gold medals for Ashley Facey Thompson and Joshua Stacey in men’s class 9, Martin Perry in men’s class 6 and Lucie Bouron in women’s class 4-5.
Will conquers the foxtrot – and stays another week!
Will Bayley is through to another week on Strictly after surviving the tough test of the foxtrot - and we already know what he will be dancing to next week!
Three silvers for Para GB
World and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson, European bronze medallist David Wetherill and Commonwealth bronze medallist Joshua Stacey all took silver in their respective singles events at the PTT Finland Open.
New Women and Girls Session in Leigh
A new Women and Girls session has been set up at Leigh St George Table Tennis Club, funded through Table Tennis England’s Be TT program.... Continue reading
Pitchford edged out by Samsonov
Liam Pitchford could not keep up his recent mastery of Vladimir Samsonov as he was beaten in a deciding seventh set of a pulsating match at the German Open tonight.
Clash of the titans to kick off SBL Premier season!
The new Senior British League, Premier Division season gets under way this weekend - with a humdinger of a fixture between last year's top two.
New league thrives with Be TT help
Find out how Chesterfield Table Tennis League tried out a new competition format under the Be TT umbrella, with great results.
Female action plan meeting with success
Initiatives to increase the number of women and girls playing key roles in table tennis are paying dividends, with female coaching bursaries and the female ambassador scheme both proving popular.
Drinkhall and Ho make Germany exit
Tin-Tin Ho and Paul Drinkhall both lost in four straight at the German Open as they were unable to join Liam Pitchford in the main draw.
Rankings update
We have become aware of an error affecting the October rankings and ratings lists, relating to British League results.
How PremierClubs are finding a new Spark
PremierClubs are really seeing the benefits of their free access to the ClubSpark management tool.
Cadet & Junior Nationals: Qualifying requirements change
The qualifying requirements for the 2019/20 Cadet & Junior National Championships and National Cups have changed.
Wilson leads GB dozen on Finnish quest
Men’s class 8 world champion Ross Wilson heads a squad of 12 athletes from the British Para Table Tennis team which will compete in the PTT Finland Open in Lahti from October 11-13.
Drinkhall and Ho win in Germany
Tin-Tin Ho and Paul Drinkhall won their opening matches at the German Open in Bremen, but Sam Walker went out to a Chinese opponent.
What does the Foxtrot say?
Week 4 dance and song update as Will Bayley continues to smash it!
Twenty is plenty to celebrate at Halton!
Halton TTC celebrated 20 years since the grand opening of its centre at the Select Security Stadium with a Junior 1 Star tournament. More than 50 competitors took part in this first event of the season including many local players in their first competition.
We’re backing positive parental support!
Table Tennis England is supporting Parents in Sport Week 2019 to encourage all parents to get involved and make sure their child has a safe and enjoyable experience of sport.
Tell us about your league centenary plans
Is your league celebrating a centenary in the coming seasons? If so, we would like to hear about it.
MK League: Spinners cut Kings’ lead
PREMIER DIVISION Another easy victory for MK Spinners over promoted side MK Phoenix. All 9 singles sets were comfortably negotiated by Alan Cherry, Gary Jones... Continue reading
Ali’s last-gasp win proves in vain
Sajad Ali picked up a good 3-2 win but was unable to get past the group stage at the Slovenia Junior & Cadet Open.
Clacton & District: Superb Gowlett treble in vain
The women of Walton and Windsor went head-to-head in Division Three in the first week of the new Clacton & District League season, and it was Walton D who came out 7-3 victors over Windsor Merlins.
Braintree League: Tight at the top
The fight for promotion from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League was a closely contested race last season and is shaping up to follow suit this year.
Leicester & District: Holwell keep up form
Holwell Sports are going great guns in Division One of the Leicester & District League, overwhelming Electricity II by 8-2, although the result always seems slightly dulled as Holwell tend to give the doubles away.
Veterans’ British League Coordinator wanted!
We are looking for one or two people to step up as coordinators of the Veterans’ British League for 2019/20.
“I want to go out there and smash it!”
Will Bayley continues to impress on the dance floor.
Doubles? No! Doble!
Will Bayley has "Gotta catch 'em all" as he takes on the Paso Doble this week on Strictly Come Dancing
Hundreds take part in TT Kidz programmes
TT Kidz programmes kicked off all over the country this week, with over 350 children taking part. Could your club deliver TT Kidz?
We’ve made it to Tokyo for #MyMiles campaign
Table Tennis England staff went the extra mile(s) in September and showed their support of SportsAid by travelling all the way to Tokyo!
Saints and P Pong Vets top after Derby
Rundown of the weekend in Derby as Veteran British League kicks off!
Chelmsford & District: Denyer inspires victory
Chelmsford A returned to winning ways in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. With an unbeaten James Denyer in their side, they beat Writle A 6-4.
Braintree League: Liberal show intent
Liberal B proved that their third place last season was no fluke when they held last year’s runners-up Rayne A to a draw in the second week of action in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Metcalf impresses on debut
AW Wolvey got on to the winning trail in Division One with a 7-3 success over Electricity when Nigel Metcalf, playing his first match in Leicester, won a good looking maximum.
MK League: Bannister is back
PREMIER DIVISION The ever popular ‘pistol’ Pete made a welcome return to MK action as a Kingpins debutant after a 3 year absence, and how... Continue reading
Bayley still in Strictly thanks to table tennis themed salsa
Will Bayley brought a whole new meaning to the word ‘ballroom’ this week when he bounced onto the Strictly dance floor with a sparkling table tennis bat and 1,000 balls!
Entry extended for Stockton-on-Tees Junior 4*
The entry deadline for the Stockton-on-Tees Junior 4*, which starts on Saturday October 26, has been extended until Tuesday, October 1st.
Wetherill wins gold weeks after heart surgery
England’s David Wetherill helped Britain secure gold at the European Para Table Tennis Championships – just weeks after undergoing heart surgery.
1, 2, 3…Salsa!
Get your nachos ready, Will Bayley is dancing the salsa this week on Strictly Come Dancing!
Unique TT Facility Opens in Liverpool
When Kevin McCloud recently nominated his favourite Grand Design of the 20 year series, who would have thought it would be made out of shipping... Continue reading
Book now to join Europe’s top coaches in London
Some of Europe’s top coaches are coming to London for the 2019 ETTU Coaching Conference - find out how you can join them.
And I would walk..4,494 miles?
To support the #MyMiles campaign, Table Tennis England staff are covering 5,921 miles - the distance from our head office in Milton Keynes to Tokyo - throughout the month of September.
Rayner and Thomis impress in Belgrade
Read how some England's future stars got on in Serbia Junior and Cadet Open
Musketeers without biggest weapon as VBL starts
Musketeers and Market Rasen begin the defence of their Premier Division titles when the Veterans’ British League returns to Derby Arena at the weekend.
England Hopes & Aspire squads named
Almost 50 young players have been named in the England Hopes and Aspire squads for the 2019/20 season. Find out who's in here.
Vlasov and Liu victorious in Preston
The Grand Prix Season began thrillingly as players came to battle it out for their respective category titles in Preston. Over 100 competitors took to... Continue reading
Milton Keynes League: Good week for the girls
PREMIER DIVISION With champions MK Sasaki dropping out of the League and 3 team promoted from Division 1, the Premiership is back to 8 teams... Continue reading
“I don’t think about my difficulties for a start.”
Blindness doesn't stop Hilary from playing table tennis. Watch her story in the latest and last #PowerofPing film
Will Bayley stuns Strictly studio
“Nothing's gonna bring me down” blared out of the Strictly studio tonight as Will Bayley took to the dance floor for the first time live - earning himself a standing ovation.
Inspired by Strictly star Will Bayley?
Paralympic champion Will Bayley's stay on Strictly Come Dancing may be over because of injury, but if he’s inspired you to want to try table tennis then look no further...
Wetherill, Karabardak & Perry take European gold again
The British men’s class 6 team of Paul Karabardak, Martin Perry and David Wetherill successfully defended their European title today at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden.
Shackleton and Gilroy earn team bronze
Sue Gilroy and Megan Shackleton are assured of a bronze medal in the women’s class 4-5 team event and the British team have also reached three team semi-finals at the European Para Table Tennis Championships.
Shackleton stars for Para GB at Euros
One the first day of the team events at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden there were some great performances by British players, notably Megan Shackleton beating the class 5 world silver medallist Ingela Lundberg in women’s class 4-5 and Josh Stacey’s narrow defeat to the class 10 bronze medallist Igor Misztal in five sets.
Para GB stars talk about inclusive table tennis
Why table tennis is the perfect sport at any level for people with disabilities - let the Para GB team inspire you to get involved!
Euro champion Rob Davies is simply four-midable!
Paralympic champion Rob Davies won his fourth consecutive men’s class 1 European singles title and David Wetherill took bronze in men’s class 6 at the ITTF European Para Table Tennis Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden today.
Book your place at Durham County Cricket Ground
Booking is now open for the North-East club and volunteer conference on Sunday 24th November 2019 at Durham County Cricket Ground.
We’re backing We Are Undefeatable!
Table Tennis England is proud to support We Are Undefeatable, the national campaign aiming to inspire and support people with long term health conditions to build physical activity into their lives.
Superb win puts Wetherill in medal frame
Find out how to watch on the BBC website as the Para GB squad aim for medals at the European Para Championships.
Champs safely through group stage
Paralympic champions Will Bayley (men's class 7) and Rob Davies (men's class 1) and world champion Ross Wilson (men's class 8) came through their respective groups to reach the knockout stages of the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Helsingborg, Sweden.
Need a new challenge this season?
See a list of current team opportunities at clubs and leagues around the country.
This Tribe is a table tennis club like no other!
The latest #PowerofPing video shows how a group of self-confessed "table tennis nerds" are creating a club atmosphere in an unusual setting.
Young Ambassador scheme now open – get your club involved!
Following the success of last year’s Table Tennis Young Ambassador (TTYA) Programme we are delighted to announce that applications for the 2019-20 season are NOW OPEN.
Braintree League: Rayne aiming to bounce back
Last season produced an exciting battle for promotion from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League and there looks to be no reason why that should not be repeated this year.
Schools at centre of #TableTennisDay
On July 18, people from across the country came to together at schools, clubs and public spaces to play table tennis on National #TableTennisDay.
Rumgay back in the Grand Prix fold
Gavin Rumgay is top seed for the opening Grand Prix of the season at Preston - and the full draw has now been released.
Archway hold firm to lead SBL Championship
Archway II lead the way in the Senior British League Championship division with four wins out of four on the first weekend of competition.
Ross Wilson, Rob Davies and Will Bayley spearhead Euro bid
Ross Wilson bids to add European gold to world and Commonwealth titles, while Paralympic champion Rob Davies goes for a fourth consecutive singles title at the European Para Table Tennis Championships next week.
Meet the new voice of table tennis – England’s Fraser Riley
20-year-old Fraser Riley has just returned from France after working as the sole commentator at the European Table Tennis Championships.
‘There’s no them and us’ – inclusive table tennis
Our latest #PowerofPing video shows how table tennis is a truly inclusive sport for people with disabilities.
We’re on the Team GB trail for SportsAid
It's a tough ask but Table Tennis England staff have made a good start to the #MyMiles challenge in support of SportsAid.
Braintree League: Liberal still team to beat
Lee McHugh and Adam Buxton shook up the established order when they reached the Braintree Table Tennis League men’s singles final in May. Can they now follow that by ending Liberal A’s hegemony in the league?
Ash and Josh claim more gold for GB
Ashley Facey Thompson and Josh Stacey head to the European Championships later this month on a high after winning gold in the men’s class 9 team event at the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava today.
We are Strictly #BackBayley
A spectacular, extravagant, and eagerly anticipated, opening performance, that gave us a taste into what we can expect from Will Bayley and BBC Strictly. He... Continue reading
Shilton and Pickard are gold stars
Gold medals for Billy Shilton in men’s class 8 and Fliss Pickard in women’s class 6 were the highlight of seven singles medals for the British Para Table Tennis Team at the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava today.
Rankings: Latest update
Publication of the final rankings for the 2018/19 season has again been delayed as we work to iron out discrepancies caused by full automation of previously manual calculations.
Sweden end England Euro hopes
Second seeds Sweden were in impressive form as they ended England's hopes at the European Championships at the quarter-final stage in Nantes today.
Big medal haul for GB Transplant team
The Great Britain team claimed an impressive 15 medals at a home World Transplant Games in Newcastle.
Pitch sinks Samsonov to put England into quarters
Liam Pitchford won twice, including against the great Vladimir Samsonov, as England beat Belarus 3-1 to top their group at the European Team Championships and earn a place in the quarter-finals.
Time to #BackBayley in Strictly quest!
Paralympic table tennis champion Will Bayley dances on to our screens for the first time this Saturday on the Strictly Come Dancing 2019 launch show.
Hatfield Grand Prix entries open
Entries are now open for the second Grand Prix of the season, at Hatfield on October 26 and 27.
Free webinar: The perils of betting on table tennis
All senior members of Table Tennis England are invited to a free webinar on the perils of betting on the sport. The half-hour webinar will... Continue reading
Davies primed for big test
Paralympic champion Rob Davies heads a squad of 14 British athletes competing in this week’s PTT Czech Open in Ostrava from September 6-8.
Walker at double in winning start for England
Sam Walker staved off any threat of a shock as England got their European Team Championships campaign off to a winning start against Luxembourg in Nantes today.
I didn’t realise my mum was so competitive!
The latest in our #PowerofPing series of films shows how table tennis is helping older women in Bradford's Asian community to get more active.
Rankings: Latest news
The starting ranking lists for the 2019/20 season are due to be published next week, after verification of the final lists for the 2018/19 season has been completed.
Full-strength England upbeat ahead of Euros
England are aiming for their best finish at the European Team Championships since 2011 when this year’s tournament gets under way in Nantes on Tuesday.
Could you be our British League press officer?
Table Tennis England is looking for a press officer to take its coverage of the British League Premier Division to a new level.
Young Ambassador Jordan helping club to grow
Halton Table Tennis Club and their Young Ambassador Jordan Abbot are a fine example of how our Be TT programme can help clubs to grow.
We’re ready to clock up the miles for SportsAid
Table Tennis England staff really are going the extra mile(s) in September in support of SportsAid.
Book now for top-level coaching conference
The chance to hear from some of Europe’s top coaches is the tantalising offer for those who attend the 2019 European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) Coaching Conference in London.
Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE): Applications open
Applications are open for the Table Tennis Diploma in Sporting Excellence programme for 16-to-18-year-olds.
Book your place at Villa Park
Book your place now for the Midlands Club and Volunteer Conference on Sunday 6th October 2019, taking place at Villa Park, home of Premier League newcomers Aston Villa FC.
Jenny and Harry are pure gold!
Jenny Turner and Harry Fairchild won gold for Great Britain at the T21 European Championship for athletes with Down Syndrome, held in Tampere, Finland.
Fighting the ‘cloud’ of Alzheimer’s with table tennis
The power of table tennis to transform lives is seldom more poignantly demonstrated than in our latest #PowerofPing film, which tells the story of Keith and how the sport is helping to lift the cloud of Alzheimer's.
Preston Grand Prix deadline extended
The entry deadline for the Preston Grand Prix - the opening Grand Prix of the 2019/20 season, has been extended until the end of Monday September 2.
Ollie tops list at Euro-Minis
Oliver Maric-Murray and Jakub Piwowar were the best English finishers at the Euro-Mini Championships in France over the bank holiday weekend.
Rankings: An update
Table Tennis England is verifying the final ranking run for the 2018/19 season and intends to republish the lists by the end of the month.
Bristol 4* draw published
Well over 100 players are competing at the Bristol 4* Centenary Open next weekend - and the draw is now out.
Liam falls at first hurdle as Shibaev doubles up
Alexander Shibaev ended Liam Pitchford's hopes of emulating last year's run to the semi-finals of the Czech Open as he defeated the English No 1 in the last 32 today.
Ping Pong Pontoon docks in Liverpool!
PPP usually stands for Ping Pong Parlour but on August 19, in Liverpool, it stood for Ping Pong Pontoon.
Olympian Sam getting set for Nation’s Biggest Sports Day
The Nation's Biggest Sports Day is back as hundreds of thousands of people across the nation get active in support of Team GB.
BBC feature para hopeful Adam
An extraordinary teenager with a passion for table tennis shared his story on BBC1’s flagship The One Show tonight.
Czech that out from Walker
Sam Walker pulled off a thrilling comeback to beat Germany's Benedikt Duda at the Czech Open today, but then went out of the competition in the final preliminary round.
Walker and Drinkhall make Czech advance
Sam Walker and Paul Drinkhall moved a step closer to joining Liam Pitchford in the main draw of the Czech Open on a day when four English players were eliminated.
How table tennis is helping men shed their isolation
A project which aims to combat social isolation and loneliness in older men is using table tennis as a key component, as our latest #PowerofPing film shows.
Online helpdesk launched for our new platforms
Table Tennis England has launched a new online help centre to provide information about the TT Leagues and TT Memberships platforms.
Pitchford knocked out in decider
Liam Pitchford went out in the last 16 of the Bulgaria Open today as he was defeated in a deciding seventh set by Chuang Chih-Yuan of Chinese Taipei.
Pitchford safely through after scare
Liam Pitchford survived a mid-match fightback by opponent Kou Lei to reach the last 16 of the Bulgaria Open.
Online surge in membership renewals
Table Tennis England membership renewals for 2019/20 are 1,000 ahead of the same time last season – with thousands more now renewing online. Figures from... Continue reading
How Ping! is giving deprived children a positive experience
Taking children off the streets and giving them the chance to make friends and learn new skills is the subject of the latest in our #PowerofPing series of inspirational films.
Drinkhall edged out in thriller
Paul Drinkhall came within just a few points of reaching the main draw at the Bulgaria Open as he was beaten 4-3 by China's Zheng Peifeng in a superb match lasting more than an hour.
We’re backing Alliance’s disability campaign
Table Tennis England is backing the Activity Alliance’s Who Says? campaign, which aims to challenge misconceptions about disability sport and break down barriers to participation.
Drinkhall sinks young Chinese ace
Paul Drinkhall beat former world junior champion Xue Fei of China to move into the next round at the Bulgaria Open, while Tin-Tin Ho also came through her opening match.
Para table tennis confirmed for Birmingham 2022
Para table tennis has had its place at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games confirmed by the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF).
Yip takes on Hong Kong challenge
Harry Yip was the only English competitor at the Hong Kong Junior & Cadet Open.
Jack ties up Thailand gold
Jack Hunter-Spivey completed a successful trip to the Far East by winning gold in the men’s class 4-5 team event with Japan’s Kentaro Doi on the final day of the PTT Bangkok Open in Thailand.
Club’s Bat and Chat sessions take off
Just over six months ago Cheslyn Hay TTC in the Midlands started their first Bat and Chat session supported by four local league playing club members. It now runs every Thursday afternoon at Salem Methodist Church.
Tsaptsinos goes out in Nigeria
Maria Tsaptsinos missed out in a deciding seventh game as she fell in the first round of the Nigeria Open.
Preston Grand Prix entries open
Entries for the first Grand Prix of the season, in Preston, are now open.
Silvers for Para trio in Bangkok
Silver medals for Jack Hunter-Spivey (men’s class 5), Billy Shilton (men’s class 8) and Kim Daybell (men’s class 10) were the highlight for the British Para table tennis team on the second day of the PTT Bangkok Open in Thailand with Martin Perry taking bronze in men’s class 6.
NHS competition entries sought
All current and former NHS staff and volunteers are eligible to compete at the NHS Table Tennis Championships next month.
Save the date for regional conferences
Following the success of the National Conference in March 2019, Table Tennis England is delighted to announce the dates for the next round of Regional Conferences, with the first taking place in Birmingham in a little over 8 weeks’ time.
Club affiliation now open for 2019/20
Club Affiliation for the 2019-20 season has now opened, with a range of benefits for PremierClubs and Associate Clubs.
Local league rankings: Your views count
Table Tennis England is seeking the views of local league players as to what they would like from a ranking system.
Daybell leads Thai squad
Commonwealth and European silver medallist Kim Daybell and fellow British Para Table Tennis Team Performance Squad athletes Jack Hunter-Spivey, Martin Perry and Billy Shilton will be competing in the PTT Bangkok Open in Thailand starting today.
New Table Tennis England apparel launched
Table Tennis England has launched a new collection of official clothing for table tennis fanatics.
Bristol entry deadline extended
The entry deadline for the Bristol 4* Centenary Open has been extended until Saturady, August 10.
Award accolade for shining light Rod
Rod Lewis has been named Solihull Disabled Sportsman of the Year for 2019, for his remarkable return to the sport, after suffering from an acute form of OCD for many years.
Will Bayley to star in Strictly Come Dancing!
Paralympic table tennis champion Will Bayley will strut his stuff in front of an audience of millions after being named as a contestant for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.
Three Tokyo golds for para aces
The British Para Table Tennis Team rounded off a successful tournament at the PTT Japan Open in Tokyo by taking three gold medals in the team events.
Bayley strikes gold in Japan
Paralympic champion Will Bayley won his third consecutive tournament this year, taking gold in the men’s class 7 singles at the PTT Japan Open in Tokyo.
Your membership: It’s time to renew
Phone lines are now open for Table Tennis England members wishing to renew for the 2019/20 season.
Half price Ping in the Community packages!
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ping! and our #PowerofPing series of inspirational videos, we're offering an amazing 50% off Ping in the Community packages.
Pitchford hits a new world high
Liam Pitchford is up to a career high No 12 in the latest ITTF world rankings, while Tom Jarvis has also reached his highest position.
Step up your coaching skills at Level 3 Head Coach course
If you are ready to take the next step in your coaching career, our Level 3 Head Coach Award presents the perfect opportunity.
How Be TT helped our League of the Year
In their own words, how Table Tennis England’s League of the Year, Weymouth & District League, were given a big helping hand by our Be TT programme.
Topspin is our official ball supplier
Topspin Sports has once again been named as the official ball supplier for Table Tennis England’s leading national events for the coming season.
England name strong line-up for Euros
England’s top four men will form the squad for the European Team Championships in September.
Fred Groom: Funeral update
A memorial service will be held in September for International Umpire Fred Groom.
TT Memberships help guide
It’s the time of year when, as a member of Table Tennis England, you will need to renew your membership ahead of the 2019/20 season. We've put together a help guide to help you renew on the new TT Memberships platform.
Bayley and Wilson head British challenge in Japan Open
Paralympic champion Will Bayley and World and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson head a squad of 11 players from the British Para Table Tennis Team that will compete in the Japan Open in Tokyo next week (August 1-3).
Meet Commonwealth medallists in Birmingham this weekend
To celebrate three years to go until the Commonwealth Games, Birmingham 2022, a free family friendly public celebration is taking place this Saturday, with Maria Tsaptsinos and Denise Payet attending.
Ransome receives highest award from Commonwealth Table Tennis Federation
Alan Ransome OBE has received the highest award from the Commonwealth Table Tennis Federation (CTTF) - Honorary Life Membership.
Obituary: John Whidborne, Sheffield League
Former National Councillor and Sheffield League Life Vice President John Whidborne has passed away.
Centenary tournament set for Bristol
A special tournament will mark a special centenary as the Bristol Table Tennis League celebrates its 100th ‘birthday’.
Big Table Tennis Convo – what you told us
Thank you to the 2,000+ people who took part in the Big Table Tennis Conversation. Here's what you told us!
Young Ambassador Programme proves successful for Wensum
Wensum Table Tennis Club, like many clubs, have struggled to source volunteers, especially young ones. However, the Young Ambassadors scheme is now helping them engage a new generation of volunteers.
Latest on TT Leagues & ranking survey launched
TT Leagues has been live for two weeks and dozens of leagues are helping to shape the future development of the product through their feedback.
In search of new players this season?
Are you likely to be short of players in any of your table tennis teams for the 2019/20 season? Share any of your opportunities with us.
#PowerofPing project launched
A series of short films showcasing how table tennis can improve lives and communities are being released as part of The #PowerOfPing campaign
Hosts end England hopes of gold
Watch the action as hosts India end English hopes in three semi-finals at the Commonwealth Championships today.
Jarvis, Ho and Walker in medal frame
Tom Jarvis and Tin-Tin Ho are into the semi-finals of their respectove singles events at the Commonwealth Championships, while Jarvis & Walker are into the last four of the doubles.
England in hunt for medals
England are still in contention in four of the five events as the Commonwealth Championships in India reaches the individual quarter-finals.
Double silver as England lose out to India
England suffered double defeat in the Commonwealth Championships team finals against hosts India today, the women losing 3-0 before the men saw a 2-0 lead evaporate as India claimed gold 3-2.
TT Kidz has lift-off after #TableTennisDay launch!
TT Kidz is officially up and running after a launch event to co-incide with National #TableTennisDay.
#TableTennisDay a big hit!
Thousands of people flocked to the tables as the sixth annual #TableTennisDay got people playing up and down the country.
England march into semi-finals
England men and women remain unbeaten at the Commonwealth Championships in India, with both reaching tomorrow's semi-finals.
Happy National Table Tennis Day!
National #TableTennisDay is here and hundreds of events across the country will ensure the celebration goes with a swing!
Confident start by England in Cuttack
England men and women enjoyed an unbeaten start to the Commonwealth Championships in Cuttack, India.
Beat England’s best this #TableTennisDay in our trick-shot challenge!
National #TableTennisDay takes place tomorrow and England’s No.1 Liam Pitchford has set you a challenge – take him on in the office trick-shot challenge… Although we’ll warn you – it’s going to be tough to beat!
Commonwealth Championships under way
The Commonwealth Championships is under way in India, with England in action in the team events on the first day of competition.
Entries open for NCL and NJL
The entry process for the National Cadet League and National Junior League for 2019/20 is open - and the dates have now been confirmed for all venues, including EIS Sheffield.
Take on Team England this #TableTennisDay
National #TableTennisDay is just TWO days away and our Team England stars have taken part in a series of challenges that you can try! Can you beat England's best?!
It’s time for membership renewals!
The new membership year is upon us, meaning it is time for players to renew their memberships and licences for the 2019/20 season using the new TT Memberships platform!
Obituary: Fred Groom, ‘legend of umpiring’
Fred Groom, the only surviving member of the first English umpiring team to officiate at an international tournament, has died at the age of 89.
Bardsley run ended in last 16
Charlotte Bardsley's run at the European Youth Championships came to an end in the last 16 of the Junior Girls' Singles today.
Lyndon joins the elite of world umpiring
Lyndon Griffiths has reached the highest level of umpiring, attaining his Blue Badge status from the ITTF.
Teacher Teresa’s big send-off
Hastings and District TTA were ahead of the game when they held the first part of their National Table Tennis Day celebrations on Wednesday July 10 to mark the retirement of coach Teresa Bennett.
Central Essex League: Ramsden turn up power
Ramsden A moved into second place in the first division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League with a 5-0 victory over Chelmsford B.
Brilliant Bardsley sinks fourth seed
Charlotte Bardsley defeated the fourth seed on her way to reaching the last 16 of the Junior Girls' Singles at the European Youth Championships.
Girls lead England charge in Ostrava
Five out of seven English girls are still going in the singles events at the European Youth Championships in the Czech Republic, but only Naphong Boonyaprapa is left of the boys.
Pitchford exits Australian Open
Liam Pitchford was knocked out of the Australian Open after a 4-0 defeat to China’s Wang Chuqin.
England end on high to seal 19th spot
The Cadet Boys line-up of Naphong Boonyaprapa, Louis Price and Thomas Rayner posted the best England finish as the team events came to an end at the European Youth Championships.
Watch Pitchford live in last 16 in Australia
England No. 1 Liam Pitchford is into the last 16 of the ITTF World Tour Australian Open – and you can watch him live tomorrow (Friday).
Rayner double as Cadet Boys earn top-20 finish
England's Cadet Boys' team are guaranteed a top-20 finish at the European Youth Championships, but the Junior Girls have narrowly missed out.
#TableTennisDay to spread across the country!
National Table Tennis Day 2019 promises to be the most varied yet with scores of organisations across the country preparing to celebrate the big day – which is now just over a week away.
Tin-Tin bows out at University Games
Tin-Tin Ho lost to a Chinese opponent in the last 16, ending British involvement at the World University Games in Naples today.
Pitchford ready for Oz odyssey
Liam Pitchford will begin his ITTF Australian Open campaign against South Korea's Cho Daeseong at 11am UK time on Thursday.
England looking for top-20 finishes
England's Junior Girls and Cadet Boys will aim to secure top-20 finishes at the European Youth Championships in the Czech Republic today.
Coach Natalie hails conference opportunity
Grantham College coach Natalie Green says she gained a lot from attending the ETTU women’s coaching conference in Bratislava.
Obituary: Jeff Ingber, England international
Jeff Ingber, star of the 1950s and 1960s, passed away on July 7 at the age of 83. Jeff was one of the first ever junior internationals in 1950 before gaining his first senior cap against Yugoslavia in 1957 in Norwich, the first of nearly 60 caps.
England girls top their group
England's Junior Girls won their group at the European Youth Championships in Ostrava, while the two Cadet teams finished second.
Three golds for England at Euro Veterans
Betty Bird and David Mahabir struck gold to lead the England medal-winning honours at the European Veterans’ Championships in Budapest.
Wiltshire County table tennis annual awards
The Wiltshire County AGM was held in early July 2019 and was attended by representatives from all four Leagues in the County and also Mike Smith, recently retired from the Table Tennis England Board.
Chelmsford & District: Peverel triumphant in final
Hatfield Peverel have won the 2018-19 Ladies Knock Out Cup final in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Tin-Tin leads GB to quarter-finals
Tin-Tin Ho was in great form as Great Britain women reached the team quarter-finals at the World University Games.
England teams open with wins
All four England teams got off to a winning start at the European Youth Championships in the Czech Republic on Sunday.
Kelani and Maull star at Cippenham festival
Cippenham Table Tennis Club’s season concluded with another successful open tournament over the weekend.
Piggott replaces injured Wilson in England squad
Ben Piggott has been called into England’s European Youth Championships squad in place of the injured Sam Wilson.
Be TT: Club benefits from publicity Blitz!
The power of publicity led to growing numbers at a Thursday night Bat & Chat session – and ensured Blitz Table Tennis Club could keep their club night going.
Jarvis goes out to top 100 player
Tom Jarvis was defeated by world No 99 Yukiya Uda of Japan at the Korea Open today.
Pride of Table Tennis Spotlight – Giulio Pontone
Darlington Table Tennis Academy started its journey in 2013 at Longfield Academy with just four tables, by 2015 the club had rapidly outgrown their school... Continue reading
Medals galore for England in Guernsey
England returned from the Senior Schools International in Guernsey with 27 medals – 10 of them gold.
New platforms up and running
TT Memberships and TT Leagues are up and running and will be available to our members later this week once all data imports have been completed and verified.
Central Essex League: Maldon A show class
Maldon A were the week’s big winners in division one of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Young team shine in Tankard
The Leicester League’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard, a competition now into its sixth decade and is a team handicap league culminating in semi-final and final play-offs. This season there are four divisions, two of four teams and two of three.
Fees for next season to remain unchanged
Table Tennis England membership fees will remain unchanged for the 2019/20 season after a proposal to reduce them was rejected at the AGM, with 75% of Company Members voting against it.
Portugal end GB’s European Games bid
Great Britain went out of the European Games in Minsk as they were beaten 3-1 by Portugal in the quarter-finals.
TT Memberships launch – what you need to know
What our members need to know ahead of the launch next month of the new Table Tennis England membership platform – TT Memberships.
Annual Review: Your questions answered
The final version of the Table Tennis England Annual Review 2018/19 has been published, alongside our responses to questions raised by our members.
Join the #TableTennisDay celebrations!
Find out what Table Tennis England are doing on #TableTennisDay - and register your event as well.
Play your part in School Sport Week
It’s National School Sport Week and schools all over the country are being urged to promote the life-changing benefits of sport and play.
Central Essex League: Barrett shines for Ramsden
Ramsden A produced the most notable result in the first division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League to date.
Bardsley and Walsh are Cup champions
Ethan Walsh had a 100% record and Charlotte Bardsley came out on top of a three-way countback as they became Junior National Cup champions.
Pitchford and Walker go out in Minsk
Sam Walker missed three match points as he was eliminated from the European Games in a deciding set, while Liam Pitchford also went out in Minsk.
How Banbury became a booming table tennis league
Five years ago the future of Banbury and District Table Tennis Association looked bleak, but after introducing a new scheme to get clubs linked to local primary schools and creating a pathway for junior player development, numbers are on the up.
Four unbeaten at Junior National Cup
The top three girls are unbeaten after day one of the Junior National Cup in Plymouth - but third seed Ethan Walsh is the only unbeaten boy after No 10 seed Josh Weatherby beat the No 1 Shayan Siraj.
Walker wins European Games thriller
Sam Walker dug deep to advance to the third round of the men's singles at the European Games in Minsk, but Tin-Tin Ho and Charlotte Carey are out of the women's singles.
Ho ready to take to table in Minsk
Tin-Tin Ho will be the first Team GB player in action when the table tennis events get under way at the European Games in Minsk on Saturday.
Para table tennis clears Birmingham 2022 hurdle
Para table tennis is one of three new sports that could be added to the programme of events at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Your membership fees: Vital to our sport’s future
How your membership fee underpins the whole sport, from grassroots to elite.
The perils of betting on table tennis – free webinar
Table tennis players of all levels are invited to join our free webinar which aims to educate people within the sport about the perils of betting on table tennis.
Team GB trio ready to hit the Tokyo trail
They may be in Minsk, but thoughts are already turning to Tokyo for Liam Pitchford, Sam Walker and Paul Drinkhall.
TT Leagues webinar a success
Dozens of table tennis league administrators joined a webinar outlining how to use the new TT Leagues platform - and initial reaction has been overwhelmingly positive.
Annual Conference agenda
The new TT Memberships and TT League systems will be demonstrated to Company Members at the Annual Conference on Saturday June 29.
Tin-Tin ‘super-excited’ about Team GB debut
Focus on Tin-Tin Ho and Charlotte Carey as they prepare to represent Team GB for the first time at the European Games in Minsk.
Central Essex: Shrimpton leads Chelmsford to win
Chelmsford A are the early leaders in the first division of the Central Essex Summer League and they hit top form this week by beating Maldon 5-0.
Promising England youngsters get funding aid
Nine promising young English talents have been given a helping hand by the Backing the Best programme.
Ali tastes success in Morocco
London Academy player Sajad Ali reached three quarter-finals at the Morocco Junior & Cadet Open.
Four more champions crowned at Nationals
Ollie Maric-Murray and Maliha Baig won the Under-12 titles and Sienna Jetha and Kacper Piwowar the Under-10 golds on the second day of the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships.
Green Day: Connor and Anna top of the charts
Twins Connor and Anna Green continue to amass matching titles as both won the Under-13 singles at the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships.
Table Tennis for People with Disabilities
Table tennis is a truly inclusive sport that can be played by anyone, anywhere. Its accessibility lies in its adaptability for a variety of ability... Continue reading
Members’ Advisory Group update
The Members' Advisory Group (MAG) has begun its work. Here is the latest update from the group, outlining current and future projects on which MAG is seeking input from the wider Table Tennis England membership.
Table Tennis England Annual Review published
The Table Tennis England Annual Review 2018/19 has been published and members and interested parties now have the opportunity to ask questions ahead of the Annual Conference on June 29.
Elected Deputy Chairmen announced
Following today’s election count, Table Tennis England has announced that Tony Catt, Keith ‘Charlie’ Childs and Susie Hughes have been elected to the Board.
Chelmsford & District: Record numbers in summer league
The 2019 Central Essex Summer Table Tennis is under way. League Organiser Ken Sheard reports more teams taking part than ever before with five adult divisions and two junior divisions.
Braintree League: Crouchman tops averages again
If there was any doubt why Lee McHugh’s outstanding win in the men’s singles surprised a few people, a brief glance at this season’s final individual averages will give something of a clue.
Loughborough retain title and Plymouth shine at ELCC finals
Loughborough defended their Bromfield Trophy title and Plymouth won a medal in all four sections at the English Leagues Cup Competitions finals.
How our Club of the Year benefitted from Be TT
Portishead Table Tennis Club picked up the prestigious Club of the Year award at the recent Pride of Table Tennis Awards. Find out how the club helped transform itself with the help of Table Tennis England's Be TT programme.
Commonwealth Championships’ squad named
England have named a six-strong squad for the Commonwealth Championships in India next month.
Bouron hits gold standard – twice
Bracknell table tennis star Lucie Bouron won her second gold medal at the ITTF Para Copa Cristina Hoffmann, winning the women’s class 2-5 team event with her Chilean partner Tamara Leonelli Leonelli.
First look at TT Leagues app
This is the first look at the functionality of the TT Leagues app which will be launched alongside our new league management platform next month.
Bardsley shortlisted for TASS award
Charlotte Bardsley could follow in the footsteps of England team-mate Maria Tsaptsinos and win a TASS Stars Award.
Bouron strikes gold in Mexico
Gold for Lucie Bouron in the women’s class 2-3 singles event was one of five medals won by the British Para Table Tennis squad in the Para Copa Cristina Hoffmann in Cancun, Mexico.
VIDEO: Level 3 Head Coach course open for applications
Applications are now open for the Level 3 Head Coach Award in table tennis. Watch the video to find out more about the course.
Obituary: Somerset umpire Brian Gibbs
Well-known umpire Brian Gibbs, who gave many years of service in the Somerset area, has died at the age of 75.
Get kitted up for the perfect #TableTennisDay
With Table Tennis Day just six weeks away, we have just the thing to help you plan your celebration.
Pitchford chopped down in Hong Kong
Liam Pitchford lost a tough match in the last 32 of the Hong Kong Open as he was beaten 4-2 by Chinese defender Ma Te today.
Youngsters at the start of their umpiring journey
Our sport is indebted to thousands of volunteers who give their time and commitment every week to ensure players can enjoy and achieve in the sport - and umpires are one of the key groups of volunteers.
Drinkhall goes out after brilliant win
Paul Drinkhall picked up a superb seventh-set victory over world No 31 Masataka Morizono at the Hong Kong Open this morning, before exiting in the final preliminary round.
Champions back to defend ELCC titles
All four champion teams from 2018 will be back to defend their titles at the English Leagues Cup Competitions finals at Wellingborough this weekend.
Winning starts for Paul and Sam
Paul Drinkhall and Sam Walker won through their first matches at the Hong Kong Open overnight.
Table Tennis England to host ETTU Coaching Conference 2019
Table Tennis England will host the 2019 European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) Coaching Conference, featuring keynote speaker Germany’s Richard Prause.
Liam signs up with Japanese manufacturer
England No 1 Liam Pitchford has signed a sponsorship deal with Japanese table tennis manufacturer VICTAS.
Double for Ubaid at Bexhillians
Another excellent Bexhillians Table Tennis Club tournament ran on Sunday June 2 at the Bexhill Youth & Community Centre. There were 20 entrants and the day provided a feast of table tennis.
Chelmsford & District: Chelmsford A win KO Cup
The Finals of all the Cup competitions in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League apart from the Ladies’ Knock Out Cup have now been played.
Braintree League: Liberal unbeaten in title triumph
Liberal A have become the first team for four years to win division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League without losing a match.
Coaching Week: Why Walker owes so much to first coach
To celebrate Coaching Week, we have spoken to England’s Sam Walker about the coach who helped his dreams of a career in the sport to take flight.
East rule the roost at Inter-Regionals
West Midlands took two individual titles, but it was the East region which won the Tonge Trophy as overall champions after the second day of the Inter-Regional Finals at Hatfield.
Golden boys, plus three silvers for England!
England boys won the team gold and the girls squad took the silver at the Cadet 6 Nations in Denmark – while there were individual silvers for Mari Baldwin and Naphong Boonyaprapa.
Lewis and Usher are ‘vice-champions’
Only 11 players took part in the 6th Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 19th May at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
Lowe and behold! Bob wins at Spinners event
Only 16 players took part in the 5th Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 4th May at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
Graham grabs garland as Rory wins
Only nine players took part in the 6th Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 18th May at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
East double as champions are decided
East region won two titles and there were five different champions as the team events ended in some thrilling battles at the Inter-Regional Finals in Hatfield.
Teams battle into finals at Inter-Regionals
London Under-11 Girls got the first trophy in the bag at the Inter-Regional Finals in Hatfield today, with five team finals to follow on Sunday morning.
Gold for McKibbin and Shilton
Aaron McKibbin and Billy Shilton provided the perfect finish for the British team at the ITTF Para Polish Open in Wladyslawowo by taking gold in the men’s class 8 team event.
Pickard and Shilton serve up silvers
Silver medals for Fliss Pickard (women’s class 6) and Billy Shilton (men’s class 8) rounded off some great performances by British players in the singles events at the ITTF Para Polish Open in Wladyslawowo.
Ping! in the Community launches in Poulton
Volunteers at Vicarage Park Community Centre, Poulton-le-Fylde in Lancashire, have shown what can be done with a few table tennis tables and an enthusiastic group... Continue reading
County Championships: Conference reminder
The annual County Championships Conference will take place at Aldersley Leisure Village, Wolverhampton, on Saturday, June 15.
It’s Volunteers’ Week – take the time to say thank you
At the start of Volunteers Week, we’re saying a huge thank you to the countless local heroes who give their time and skills to help people enjoy and achieve in our sport.
Pitchford bows out to Harimoto
Liam Pitchford went out in the last 16 of the China Open to world No 4 Tomokazu Harimoto today.
Still time to vote for Elected Deputy Chairmen
Less than two weeks remain for the return of ballot papers in the election of three Elected Deputy Chairmen on the Table Tennis England Board.
Seven go through at Para Polish Open
A second win in three weeks for 19 year old Josh Stacey over the Spanish world No 3 Juan Perez Gonzalez was one of the highlights for the British team on day one at the ITTF Para Polish Open in Wladyslawowo as seven players progressed from their singles groups.
Register now and get a #TableTennisDay goody bag!
The countdown is on for National Table Tennis Day and we’re aiming to make sure it is the biggest and best yet!
Full-strength team named for European Youths
England have named a full complement of 14 players for the European Youth Championships in the Czech Republic in July.
Pitchford sets up Harimoto tie
Liam Pitchford set up a tie with teenage star Tomokazu Harimoto as he swept into the last 16 of the China Open with a 4-0 win over Zhou Qihao today.
England squad aim to hit rivals for 6!
An eight-strong England team goes for glory at the Cadet 6 Nations tournament in Denmark, which starts on Friday.
Liam edged out in China Open doubles
Liam Pitchford and his partner Jonathan Groth were edged out in the first preliminary round of the China Open Men's Doubles today.
Save the dates for our regional conferences
Table Tennis England is hitting the road for a series of Club & Volunteer Conferences for the 2019/20 season.
Inter-Regional Finals draw released
Ten regions will do battle at Hertfordshire Sports Village in Hatfield at the weekend in the third annual Inter-Regional Finals.
McKibbin & Co target Polish success
Two-time Paralympic team medallist Aaron McKibbin and Commonwealth medallists Kim Daybell and Josh Stacey are among eight British players competing in this week’s PTT Polish Open in Wladyslawowo from May 30-June 1.
Braintree League: Netts D-light as they win title
Netts D have clinched the division two title in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Vlasov and Hursey on top in Redbridge
Top seeds Grigory Vlasov and Anna Hursey were the winners of the big prizes at the final Grand Prix event of the season in Redbridge.
Champions Challenge – 10th Year Anniversary
This evening on the 10th anniversary of the Champions Challenge, six players and former Closed Singles Champions winners from North West Leagues, will challenge for... Continue reading
Be TT-funded Bat & Chat session growing fast
A Bat & Chat session funded by the Be TT programme is bringing older people together and helping a club to forge new community connections and bring in new members.
England name squad for Schools International
Four gold medallists from the Butterfly Schools Individual Championships will spearhead England’s squad at the Senior Schools International - alongside one defending champion from last year.
London Grand Prix draw revealed
Well over 200 players will compete on 33 tables at the final Grand Prix event of the season in London.
Foursome are awesome at Cippenham 4*
Cippenham Table Tennis Club held its fifth Junior 4-Star Open Championships over the weekend and, once again, it was a great success with many of the top juniors and cadets from the south of England and Wales competing for top ranking points.
Five-strong GB squad announced for European Games
Five table tennis players are among more than 100 athletes selected by Team GB to compete at the European Games in Minsk – including first GB call-ups for Tin-Tin Ho and Wales’ Charlotte Carey.
Friends and colleagues remember Dexter St Louis
Before the heat of battle on the last day of the British League Premier Division season, a minute’s silence took place in memory of Trinidad & Tobago international Dexter St Louis.
Time to join the Be TT revolution!
With applications now open for Year 3 of Be TT, figures show that on average 4,322 weekly participants engaged with the sport through 173 projects in the first two years of the programme.
England men reach Euro finals; no joy for women
England men have qualified for the European Championships by topping their group in this weekend’s Stage 2 matches, but England women have missed out following defeat to Belgium today.
Ormesby claim Premier British League title
Ormesby are Premier British League champions. Despite a 3-2 defeat at the hands of Urban TTC, it was enough to secure them the title ahead of their nearest rivals after a pulsating year of thrills and spills.
England chase victories to reach Euro finals
England's men are in good shape to qualify for the European Championships after two victories today, while England's women must beat Belgium tomorrow if they are to qualify.
Cozens comes good with victory
Only 12 players took part in the 4th Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament recently at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
Good Evans! Jacob wins Spinners event
16 players took part in the 3rd Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament recently at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
TT Leagues update
We remain on target to introduce the TT Leagues platform on schedule and we are now in a position to share with you another short video showing navigation around the new platform.
Bolton Ping Pong Parlour
Bolton Ping Pong Parlour A new Ping Pong Parlour has been set up within an empty shopping unit in Crompton Place, Bolton. The parlour was... Continue reading
Withington Baths over 50’s Table Tennis Session
A table tennis class for over 50’s was set up at Withington Baths in November 2018 and now regularly sees busy sessions. The class was... Continue reading
Ormesby aim to repel Urban title tilt
Forget football, it's table tennis' time to shine on the final day of the season as Premier British League prepares for a dramatic showdown this weekend.
England teams go for Euro qualification
A place at the European Team Championships is at stake for England men and women as they compete in Stage 2 matches this weekend.
Tsaptsinos exits in Croatia
Maria Tsaptsinos went out of the women's singles at the Croatia Open in the last 64 today.
Six candidates for Elected Deputy Chairmen posts
Six candidates have been nominated for the positions of three Elected Deputy Chairmen on the Table Tennis England Board.
A Premier partner for TT Kidz!
Table Tennis England has named Premier Education Group as its official primary schools delivery partner.
Braintree League: Top two are up for the cup
The top two teams in the league have also turned out to be the top two teams in the team knockout cup in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Rayner and Baldwin are just champion!
It was a case of may the fourths be with you as both Cadet Boys’ and Girls’ Singles titles were won by the fourth seeds on the second day of the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior Nationals.
Pitchford’s key role as Hennebont win ETTU Cup
Liam Pitchford hailed a massive achievement as he helped his Hennebont club to win the ETTU Cup for the first time.
Walsh and Payet are champs at Nationals
Ethan Walsh and Denise Payet won the Junior singles titles at the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior Nationals in Nottingham - and both added a doubles title for good measure.
Six team medals for Para GB
The British team added six team medals on the final day of the PTT Slovenia Open in Lasko today, with Jack Hunter-Spivey (men’s class 5 with Norway’s Tommy Urhaug) and Kim Daybell (men’s class 10 with Filip Radovic from Montenegro) taking silver,
Brits set up para medal haul
The British team is assured of six team medals going in to the final day of competition at the PTT Slovenia Open in Lasko tomorrow having reached the semi-finals in women’s class 4, men’s class 5, men’s class 7, men’s class 8, men’s class 9 and men’s class 10.
Halton TTL Championships
Mal and Danny McEvoy were the stars of the show at the Halton Table Tennis League Championships, reaching a total of six finals between them.
No joy for English players at Slovenia Open
Tom Jarvis was knocked out of the under-21 singles at the Slovenia Open today, ending English involvement in the event.
Golden boy Will leads medal roll-call
Gold for Paralympic champion Will Bayley in men’s class 7 was the highlight of the singles events at the PTT Slovenia Open in which the British team took a total of seven medals.
Successful first day at Slovenia Open
On a successful first day at the PTT Slovenia Open in Lasko all 17 British athletes reached the knockout stages of their respective singles events and are still fighting for the medals that will be decided today (Thursday).
Webb and Scruton on Swaythling Club committee
Harvey Webb has taken on the role of Deputy President and Richard Scruton that of Treasurer of the Swaythling Club International.
Elected Directors: Nomination deadline nears
Nominations for three Elected Deputy Chairmen of Table Tennis England close in just under a week.
‘Table tennis helps me fight OCD’
Rod Lewis has fought the most acute form of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) since he was a child. It left him virtually housebound for years but table tennis has been his salvation.
Braintree League: McHugh upsets expectations
Lee McHugh turned expectations and his own season on their heads when he won the men’s singles at the Braintree Table Tennis League’s annual finals night on Friday.
Braintree League: Four in a row for Liberal
Liberal A have won their fourth consecutive Braintree Table Tennis League title, and their fifth in six years.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood take cup honours
Brotherhood I of Division Two are the new holders of the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Knock-Out Cup, the first side from outside the top flight to take the trophy since 2013.
Ormesby close in on British League glory
Ormesby are within touching distance of regaining the Premier British League trophy after a pivotal penultimate weekend of action. Ormesby’s 5-0 victory over Ormeau was made... Continue reading
Cadet & Junior Nationals: Draw released
Charlotte Bardsley is the only defending champion at the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior National Championships in Nottingham this weekend.
DRINKHALL WINS SERBIA OPEN!
Paul Drinkhall took everyone on a rollercoaster ride before reaching the final of the World Tour event in Serbia.
Thomas ‘Rayns’ in all-English clash
Thomas Rayner beat team-mate Louis Price to win the Cadet Boys' consolation singles final at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open.
No room for error in PBL
Who will blink first? It’s the question on everyone’s lips ahead of the penultimate round of Premier British League action, which takes place this weekend.... Continue reading
Drinkhall and Jarvis fight on in Serbia
Paul Drinkhall is into the last 16 of the Serbia Open, while Tom Jarvis has reached the quarter-finals of the under-21s.
Pain in Spain for England teams
None of the England teams were able to make it through to the knockout rounds at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open, despite some good battles in the groups.
Vecko braced for tough test for GB stars
British Para Table Tennis Performance Director Gorazd Vecko is expecting one of the toughest challenges for his team ahead of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo at next week’s PTT Slovenia Open in Lasko (May 8-11).
A first look at TT Leagues admin area
The TT Leagues project is running on time and we are currently refining the administrators area. You can see the first glimpse of this area here.
Jarvis and Daish knocked out in Serbia
Tom Jarvis and Matthew Daish could not join seeds Sam Walker and Paul Drinkhall in the main draw of the Serbia Open as they both went out in the group stage.
Gidney exits on two fronts in Spain
Megan Gidney went out in the last 16 of the Junior Girls' Singles and lost to the top seeds in the quarter-finals of the doubles alongside Denise Payet at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open. Payet, Charlotte Bardsley and Ethan Walsh also all reached the main draw.
Junior British League Organiser wanted!
Would you like to play a key role at one of the biggest competitions on the Table Tennis England calendar?
ClubSpark – How to get involved
As part of the 2018-19 PremierClub benefits package, PremierClubs are invited to utilise ClubSpark; a new Club Management Platform.
Coaching Bursary and Female Ambassador Programme Launch
How clubs can get involved in the Table Tennis England Female Ambassador programme and the Table Tennis England Female Coaching Bursary.
Club & League Funding available until the end of May
Table Tennis England are currently accepting applications for a variety of funding pots seeking to grow table tennis participation amongst women & girls, and young people.
Young Ambassador scheme a success
Young Ambassadors have clocked up over 500 hours of volunteering in clubs and leagues across the country since the launch of the Table Tennis England scheme.
Braintree League: Duo still on for final rematch
Paul Davison, with very little sweat, and Peter Hayden, with rather a lot of sweat, made their way through the preliminary rounds of the Braintree Table Tennis League’s annual individual tournament and are on course for a rerun of last year’s final.
Home success at Halton 2* tournament
Congratulations to all the winners and runners-up from the Halton Junior 2 Star Tournament held at Halton Stadium, Widnes.
Leicester & District: Cup final is a thriller
Despite the Leicester League’s attempts to secure as near a level playing fields as possible for their cup competitions by restricting entries by way of the grading system, it is still difficult to secure many entries, perhaps due to having too many events these days as they originally came along when the league had almost 20 divisions.
Clacton & District: Skipper Ferdy leads team to safety
The final issue of the 2018/19 season of the Clacton & District League was settled as Windsor Harriers preserved their Division Two status with a 7-3 win over Nomads Jaguars.
Three English players hit career-best rankings
Liam Pitchford is up to No 14 in the world, while Tom Jarvis is into the top 200 for the first time and Maria Tsaptsinos has broken into the top 150 women in the world.
Ma Long on top of world for third time
Ma Long claimed his third successive men's singles title at the World Championships as he sunk the European challenge from Sweden's Mattias Falck in the final in Budapest.
Hee’s done it! Schools hat-trick for Joseph
Joseph Hee won for the third year in succession and Charlotte Bardsley defended her title at the Butterfly School Individual Championships in Wolverhampton.
Ping Pong Parlours recognised at top awards
Representatives of Table Tennis England joined high-profile sports stars, celebrities, influencers and global media at the sport industry’s most anticipated night of the year - the BT Sports Industry Awards.
London calling! It’s time to enter Grand Prix finale
The field is filling up fast for the popular London Grand Prix, with around a week left to get your entry in.
Hall of Champions honour for Wilson
World and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson received another honour today when he was inducted into the English Institute of Sport Sheffield’s Hall of Champions.
Hee has a treble in his sights at Schools finals
Joseph Hee is aiming for a hat-trick and twins Anna and Connor Green are targeting a double at the Butterfly School Individual Championships in Wolverhampton on Saturday.
Pitchford & Groth exit World doubles
Liam Pitchford and partner Jonathan Groth of Denmark were knocked out of the Worlds after a 4-1 defeat to Romania’s Ovidiu Ionescu & Alvaro Robles of Spain.
Help us shape schools packages
Table Tennis England is currently conducting a survey to introduce new packages that will meet the needs of modern-day schools.
National Conference promotes school-club links
Table Tennis England held the 2019 National Conference at the College Court Conference Centre in Leicestershire on March 30-31.
What your membership fees fund
Your affiliation fees help fund an incredible amount of important work at grass roots level. That’s why we say that when you buy a membership with us you become more than a player - you become part of a bigger picture.
Case study: Kelmscott School receive donated tables
Playing table tennis has become the most popular activity at Kelmscott School courtesy of two donated outdoor table tennis tables and a workshop with GB Paralympian Ashley Thompson who visited the school on Friday March 23.
Butterfly National School Team Championship 2019
The 53rd Butterfly National School Team Championship Finals took place at Hinckley Leisure Centre on March 23, the culmination of three stages of previous competition (County, Zone and Regional) spread over almost five months.
Obituary: Janie Kirby, Gloucestershire stalwart
Gloucestershire table tennis stalwart and umpire Janie Kirby has died at the age of 68.
Bursary will help more female coaches to qualify
Women and girls can get help to take steps into a coaching career through the Table Tennis England Female Coaching Bursary, launched today.
Last day to have your say in #BigTTConvo
Today is your LAST chance for you to have your say on our sport as part of the Big Table Tennis Conversation and help shape the future of table tennis.
Chelmsford & District: Writtle finish in style
Writtle A completed their season in style in division 1A of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League by scoring a superb 8-2 win over second placed Chelmsford A.
Could YOU become one of our female ambassadors?
Could YOU inspire women and girls to take up table tennis? Table Tennis England is looking for great role models to become one of our Female Ambassadors.
Coach John receives his pride award
John Dennison was presented with his Pride of Table Tennis Awards Regional Coach of the Year honour at Fusion TTC recently.
ITTF honours Table Tennis England for World Cup hosting
Table Tennis England’s hosting of the Team World Cup in London last year has been recognised with an ITTF award.
Braintree League: 13 unlucky for Liberal
Liberal A’s 13-match winning run has come to an end in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
NW Pride of Table Tennis Award Winner – Bob Gale
Congratulations to Bob Gale, President of Kendal & District Table Tennis League, who was recently awarded the Table Tennis England North West Contribution to Table... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Brotherhood are challenge champs
Brotherhood E are the Clacton & District League’s Division Three Handicap Challenge champions for 2019.
Team-mates with an age gap of 77 years!
It is said table tennis is a sport for all, for life – and one team in the Hastings & District League certainly proved that.
Jarvis leads way into main draw
Tom Jarvis beat two players ranked above him to take his place in the main draw of the World Championships in Budapest, while Paul Drinkhall, Sam Walker, Maria Tsaptsinos and Tin-Tin Ho all went through.
Confident start by England in Budapest
Five English players won their opening singles matches 4-0 at the World Championships in Budapest, but there was defeat for two pairs in the Mixed Doubles.
World Championships: England players’ draws
Tom Jarvis & Maria Tsaptsinos will be first on court for England when the World Championships gets under way in Budapest on Sunday.
English pair stun second seeds on way to quarters
Rhys Davies & Felix Thomis beat the second seeds en route to the quarter-finals of Cadet Boys' Doubles at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open, while Mari Baldwin reached the quarters in the girls' event.
Jersey Grand Prix draw
The Jersey Grand Prix kicks off on Good Friday, with three days of competition following in team, banded and open categories.
Pitch ready to prove his World-class credentials
Liam Pitchford is looking forward to a new challenge as one of the top seeds at the World Championships, which start in Budapest on Sunday.
It’s time to plan your big Day for #TableTennisDay!
There are exactly three months to go before National Table Tennis Day on Thursday July 18 - sign up now and you could get a free activation pack for your event!
Is this the world’s best table tennis robot?
Most of us have played against a table tennis robot at some point - but could you imagine taking on a robot which learned as it played you and could start to read your serves?
England teams go out in Belgium
None of the England teams competing at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open were able to make it into the knockout stages, despite some decent individual performances.
Your chance to support SportsAid Week
YOU can make a real difference to the future of British sport by supporting SportsAid Week 2019 this September!
First look at new league management platform
Watch a video showing the first look at how the new Table Tennis England league and fixtures management platform will work.
Nominations open for Elected Directors
Nominations are now open for three Elected Deputy Chairmen roles on the Table Tennis England Board.
Wilson run ended by seed in Belgium
Sam Wilson was knocked out by the 16th seed in the last 32 of the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open.
Sandra Deaton appointed as Table Tennis England Chairman
Sandra Deaton has been appointed as Table Tennis England Chairman after an open application process.
Clacton & District: James and Sue at double
James Denyer and Sue Welham took the major honours at the Clacton & District League’s 2019 Closed Championships, held last weekend at the Clacton Coastal Academy Sports Hall.
Braintree League: Rayne lead third division charge
Three third division teams have fought their way through to the semi-finals of the Braintree Table Tennis League handicap cup.
England teams named for Euro Stage 2 ties
England have named strong teams for their European Team Championships Stage 2 matches next month.
Leicester & District: Thriller ends league season
Done and dusted, that is the Leicester & District League for this season, the only outstanding matches playing wise are the various cup finals in the week coming up before the Presentation Evening and Annual General Meeting next month as another season is prepared for.
Chelmsford & District: Galleywood take title despite loss
Leaders Galleywood A lost 7-3 to Chelmsford B in division 1B of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis after a fiercely fought match. However, the three games they won means they can’t be caught and they lead Chelmsford B by 14 games with one match to play.
Price reaches main draw; consolation gold for Davies
Louis Price reached the main draw and Rhys Davies beat Ben Piggott in the consolation singles final at the French Junior & Cadet Open.
Baig and Maric-Murray win National Cup golds
Ollie Maric-Murray and Maliha Baig were the perfect champions as they lived up to billing as top seeds at the Under-12 National Cup.
Four unbeaten at Under-12 National Cup
The top two seeds in both boys' and girls' events at the Under-12 National Cup are unbeaten after the first day's play in Blackpool.
No joy for England teams in France
None of the England teams competing in the French Junior & Cadet Open were able to reach the knockout stage, despite some decent performances on an individual and team level.
Lancashire Closed Championships – 8/9 June 19
Entry forms are now available for the Lancashire Closed Championships taking place at Garstang TTC, Garstang Community Academy on 8th and 9th June 2019 (CD 26 May 2019).... Continue reading
Under 12 National Cup, Blackpool – 13/14 April 19
The TT England Under 12 National Cup is taking place this weekend at Blackpool Table Tennis Club, based at Blackpool Sports Centre, showcasing some of... Continue reading
English pair knocked out by seeds
Denise Payet and Mollie Patterson lost out to top-seeded players in the main draw of the French Junior & Cadet Open, while Shayan Siraj reached the consolation semi-finals.
Applications open for Be TT funding
Applications are now open for the third year of Be TT – our support programme for affiliated clubs and leagues, designed to build better experiences across our sport.
Tin-Tin spearheads GB university squad
Four English players, led by European Under-21 doubles champion Tin-Tin Ho, are in the six-strong GB squad for the World University Games this summer.
Ping Pong Parlours: How clubs can get involved
Ping Pong Parlours are a rapidly expanding area of Table Tennis England’s work, turning otherwise empty retail units into busy and vibrant places for people to play, free of charge.
Paul beats world No 7, but it’s all in vain
Paul Drinkhall beat world No 7 Hugo Calderano in the German league, while Liam Pitchford came out on top against Sam Walker in the French League.
Conference a big success
Our National Club, Coach and Volunteer Conference brought together people from all walks of the sport for a positive weekend of networking, workshops and sharing best practice.
British League Committee changes
The Table Tennis England Board has announced some changes to the British League Committee.
Open Letter to Leagues and Counties
Read an open letter from Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton and Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe to leagues and counties, concerning TT365 and League Manager.
Nico delighted to get Blue Badge status
Nico Caltabiano has reached the elite level of world umpiring after achieving his Blue Badge status.
Women’s league up and running thanks to Be TT
Norwich City Table Tennis Club have been able to provide a range of opportunities for women and girls thanks to Be TT funding.
Jersey deadline extended; London open
The entry deadline for the popular Jersey Grand Prix at Easter has been extended - and entries are also now being taken for the final Grand Prix of the season in London in June.
Clacton & District: Panthers are oh so close
Nomads Panthers are Division One champions of the Clacton & District League – almost.
Braintree League: Netts bounce back to top
The constantly evolving picture at the top of division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League has taken another twist.
Mabey calls tune to end Song’s record
Sam Mabey ended Jiawang Song’s 100% record in the Men’s Singles this season to win the Wolverhampton Grand Prix, while Jenny Liu was the Women’s Singles champion.
Leicester & District: Rare defeat for Unicorn
As we neared the end of this Leicester & District League season there was a flurry of matches in Division One including several by the successful defending champions, Unicorn, who did not have things all their own way.
Chelmsford & District: Top-class from Maldon A
Maldon A have been relentless in their pursuit of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Division 1A title this season and they hit the jackpot this week with a 10-0 win over Rawreth.
Dead heat at top of Premier British League
Hardly anything can separate Ormesby and Urban heading into the penultimate round of Premier British League after the latter moved joint top at the weekend.... Continue reading
Magic Murray as brothers win Jack Petchey golds!
Brothers Ollie and Henry Maric-Murray kept it in the family with matching gold medals at the Jack Petchey Schools Table Tennis Finals, while Maliha Baig was a winner for the third year running and Yuvathi Kumar for the second year in succession.
England dominate Primary Schools International
A fabulous weekend’s table tennis took place at Lisburn Racquets Table tennis club in Belfast at the seven nations Primary Schools Home International.
Yousif usurps No 1 seed
Only 14 players took part in the Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 17th February 2019 at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School, but a successful tournament still took place.
Hat-trick for Stacey at British Para Nationals
Welsh champion Josh Stacey dominated the British Para Table Tennis Michael Hawksworth National Championships in Grantham this weekend, taking the Open Standing Singles title, the Open Standing Doubles title with Billy Shilton and the men’s class 9 title.
Chan’s impressive medal haul in Ghana
Ruby Chan added doubles gold and singles and doubles silvers to the team gold she had already won at the Ghana Junior & Cadet Open.
League split adds excitement to Premier British League
Eight teams. Three rounds. Plenty to play for. Premier British League returns this weekend, and the stakes could hardly be higher. After the first seven... Continue reading
Table Tennis England and TT365 joint statement
Table Tennis England and TT365 confirm that their commercial relationship will come to an end at the end of July when the current contract concludes.
Partnership to develop new league management tool
Table Tennis England has announced a partnership with Rocca Creative to develop a new fixtures and league management platform.
Cippenham titles for Kaye and Gehlot
Cippenham Table Tennis Club held another of its annual open tournaments on Saturday. Styled as the Cippenham Five by Two Senior and Veterans’ 1-Star Open, the day included two separate events: veterans in the morning and open age group in the afternoon.
Big guns set sights on British Para titles
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies and world and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson head a star-studded entry for the Michael Hawkesworth British Para Table Tennis National Championships taking place at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre on April 6-7.
Pitchford and Drinkhall awarded Olympic grants
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall have been awarded Olympic Solidarity grants to help their qualification bids for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Chan strikes gold in Ghana
Ruby Chan had a 100% record as she and India's Ananya Chande won the Cadet Girls' Team gold at the Ghana Junior & Cadet Open.
Pitchford hits another career high
Liam Pitchford has clocked up another career high world ranking, entering the top 15 for the first time.
TT Kidz launched!
TT Kidz is here! Our new eight-week programme designed to get more 7-to-11-year-olds into table tennis was officially launched at the National Club, Coach and Volunteer Conference in Leicester.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood almost there
Brotherhood I have led Division Two of the Clacton & District League since the end of October and are now within a whisker of clinching the title.
TT Kidz Activator Workshop
After a successful launch at the Table Tennis England National Conference the first TT Kidz Activator Workshop was held at Knighton Park TTC. Pilot Clubs-... Continue reading
Wolverhampton Grand Prix draw released
Jiawang Song goes in search of his fourth Grand Prix title of the season at the Wolverhampton Grand Prix this weekend.
Braintree League: Struggling teams break ducks
After nearly a season of trying, the teams at the bottom of divisions one and three of the Braintree Table Tennis League have both recorded their first win.
Leicester & District: Smith denies whitewash
Officially the Leicester & District League reached the end of its season this week but has a further two weeks for postponed matches to be played, and these are certainly needed in Division Five which has an unprecedented 10 matches still outstanding - fortunately, at the moment, all having a date attached to be played on.
Pride of Table Tennis winners announced!
The unsung heroes of table tennis were honoured at the Pride of Table Tennis Awards dinner on Saturday night.
Big Table Tennis Conversation – tell us what you think!
If you ever pick up a bat and play table tennis we want YOU to help us shape the future by taking part in the biggest survey ever carried out in the sport. By taking part, you could win a fantastic prize!
Para talent identification day at Halton
Halton TTC in Widnes is hosting a recruitment day on behalf of British Para Table Tennis next month.
Don’t miss out on Jersey’s Easter extravaganza!
The closing date for the popular Jersey Grand Prix at Easter is fast approaching and players are being advised to book now to avoid missing out.
Awards delight for Bethany
Up-and-coming player Bethany Ellis has been honoured at the Preston Sports Awards.
Be TT: Pairs League is perfect for youngsters
Leicester league recently ran a new starter short format league with great player feedback. The league committee and Harry White, the League Development Officer, were keen to support new players into the league and experience competitive table tennis for the first time.
Ping! welcomes new partners to the table
Table Tennis England has joined forces with four new partners to deliver Ping! projects in more locations this year.
Drinkhall & Walker exit to Chinese pair
Paul Drinkhall & Sam Walker saw a 1-0, 10-6 lead evaporate as they were knocked out of the doubles at the Qatar Open by China's Lin Gaoyuan & Ma Long.
Pitchford and Walker edged out in Qatar thrillers
Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker were both beaten in deciding seventh games at the Qatar Open as they missed out on a place in the main draw - but Walker & Paul Drinkhall are into the doubles last 16.
Walker picks up brilliant win
Sam Walker dumped the world No 29 out of the Qatar Open to join Liam Pitchford in the third preliminary round, but Paul Drinkhall is out.
Garstang, Preston and Wigan take the medals!
In the final weekend of the National Junior & Cadet League competition held at Garstang TTC on Sunday it was Garstang A who came out... Continue reading
North West Coach of the Year – Graham Coupe
Congratulations to Graham Coupe on receiving the Table Tennis England North West Coach of the Year Award, in recognition of the huge amount of effort... Continue reading
MK League : Turner prize not enough to save Kingpins from bottom spot
PREMIER DIV With the top positions already settled the main focus of interest centred on which team would finish bottom, the 2 contenders tantalisingly level... Continue reading
Shortlist revealed for Pride of Table Tennis Awards
he shortlist has been revealed and the countdown is on to the naming of this year’s Pride of Table Tennis Award winners!
England trio ready for top-class Qatar Open
England’s top trio are ready for some tough tests at the world-class Qatar Open, which starts tomorrow.
Inter-regionals: London deadline extended
The entry deadline for the London qualifying event for the Inter-Regional Championships has been extended.
Clacton & District: Harley springs a surprise
Fifteen-year-old Harley Wood produced the performance of the week in Division Three of the Clacton & District League, taking a notable treble for Brotherhood J in their match with leaders Brotherhood E.
Braintree League: Rayne fall
After gradually clawing their way up the table in division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League, Rayne D’s title challenge hit an almighty bump when they tumbled decisively against rivals Liberal C.
Leicester & District: Desford hold the key
Division Two of the Leicester & District League continues to bubble nicely both at the top and bottom of the chart with Desford Village’s second team, while not directly involved in either, may be having a decided effect at the top of the chart having beaten two of the promotion candidates.
Ben and Naphong reach last 32 in Italy
Ben Piggott and Naphong Boonyaprapa reached the last 32 of the Italian Junior & Cadet Open, while Millie Rogove earned a last-64 place.
Grantham double up at School Team finals
Seven different schools won titles and only two of last year’s champions successfully retained their crowns on a terrific day of table tennis at the Butterfly School Team Championships in Hinckley.
Pitchford leads way into ETTU Cup final
Liam Pitchford led from the front as his club Hennebont reached the final of the ETTU Cup with a 3-0 victory over Sporting Clube de Portugal.
Two medals for Para GB
Paisley’s Martin Perry and Ryan Henry from Ardrossan made it a good day for Scotland on the final day of the PTT Costa Brava Open, with Perry taking silver in the men’s class 6 team event with his American partner Ian Seidenfeld and Henry picking up a bronze medal in men’s class 8 with the Dutchman Roy Van Der Burg.
No joy for England teams in Italy
England's teams were knocked out in the group stages of the Italian Junior & Cadet Open, despite some useful individual performances.
Pat on the back for Pattison
The Topspin Sports Burgess Hill Cadet and Junior 2 Star was an excellent event for Ralphy Pattison (E), as he took both the U12s and U13s titles, for the loss of only three games.
Tsaptsinos and Walker exit in Spain
Maria Tsaptsinos and Sam Walker have gone out in the last 64 and last 32 respectively at the Spanish Open.
Whitgift wait on Smith ahead of team finals
Five teams aim to defend titles they won last year – and three of them could make it a hat-trick – at the Butterfly School Team Championships in Hinckley this weekend.
Stockdale and Perry on podium
Martin Perry and Jack Stockdale led the way for the British team at the PTT Costa Brava Open in Platja D’Aro, Spain, taking bronze medals in the men’s class 6 and men’s class 10 singles respectively.
Tsaptsinos into main draw in Spain
Maria Tsaptsinos will face 26th seed Paulina Vega at the Spanish Open after topping her group with three wins out of three, while Emily Bolton faces U21 top seed Lisa Lung.
Teams in the zone for ELCC
Teams will be going head to head in the zonal rounds of the English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC) this weekend.
Save the date for #TableTennisDay
Get ready for National #TableTennisDay 2019! We don't want anyone to miss out on our annual celebration of the sport, so now is the time to get the date - Thursday July 18 - into your diaries.
English pair lose out to seeds in Italy
James Smith and Naphat Boonyaprapa were both knocked out by opponents near the top of the seedings in the last 64 of the Junior Boys' Singles at the Italy Junior & Cadet Open.
Wiltshire Junior League report
On Sunday 17th March Wiltshire County Table Tennis Association held the second round of their successful County Junior League event.
Last chance to book onto National Conference
Registration for the 2019 National Conference close tomorrow! Don't miss your chance to attend workshops from the likes of Sport England Club Matters, British Para Table Tennis, ClubSpark and the English Institute of Sport.
Tsaptsinos starts well in Spain
Maria Tsaptsinos started her Women's Singles campaign at the Spanish Open with two victories.
County Champs: Essex are Over-60 winners
Essex regained the County Championship Over-60s Premier Division after a season-long battle with Lancashire who were looking for their first title.
Be TT: New event gives youngsters league experience
A new event designed to give young players their first exposure to league competition, funded by the Be TT initiative, is under way in Norwich.
Clacton & District: Condors through in cup classic
In a match worthy of the Cup Final itself, Windsor Condors made it through to the semi-finals of the Handicap Knock-Out Cup of the Clacton & District League when they edged out fellow-Division one side Nomads Tigers 5-4.
Braintree League: Netts come unstuck
Another week and another defeat for a team at the top in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Desford upset by club-mates
Division Two of the Leicester & District League took a dramatic twist this week in the battle for promotion when Desford Village first team, second to Knighton Park III who have at the moment a relatively soft cushion at the top, were clobbered by their own second team to drop them down to third in the chart.
Chelmsford & District: Rising star Liam on top form
Rawreth’s Liam Squirrell is one of the fastest improving players in Essex. He made his mark at the M&G Investments Chelmsford Championships with a thrilling Men’s Doubles victory with Reece Seddon and he was on top form again in division 1(A) of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Tonge reappointed as BPTT Chairman
British Para Table Tennis (BPTT) is pleased to announce that Karen Tonge MBE has been appointed as Chairman for 2019-2023.
Golden finish for British team in Italy
After two gold medals in the singles yesterday the British Para table tennis team finished the Lignano Master Open in style today with gold in the team events.
Gold for Bayley and Davies in Italy
Paralympic champions Will Bayley (men’s class 7) and Rob Davies (men’s class 1) made a great start to qualification year for Tokyo 2020 by taking gold in their respective singles events at the Lignano Master Open in Italy today.
Table Tennis England develops its own league product
Table Tennis England has started work with a team of developers to create its very own league fixture and management website based solution which it will provide to affiliated leagues free of charge from the 19/20 season.
Coaches – why attend the 2019 National Conference?
There’s just one week left to book your place on the 2019 National Conference and join fellow coaches for a packed two-day programme.
British team assured of singles medals in Italy
The British team are assured of singles medals after the first day of the Lignano Master Open in Italy. The tournament marks the start of the qualification period for Tokyo 2020.
MK League: Sasaki are champions at last
Premier Division Congratulations are due to first time champions MK Sasaki who clinched the title with a week to spare by beating Greenleys Monarchs, champions themselves... Continue reading
How Young Ambassadors are helping to grow our sport
Discover how Weymouth League is using Young Ambassadors to fill their gap in coaching provision and to attract more people into the sport, particularly women and girls.
BUCS gives boost to women’s table tennis with top tier
British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) are bringing women’s table tennis into line with men’s for the first time by introducing a Premier Division from September.
Table tennis is a ‘miracle’ for Parkinson’s patient
“Table tennis has been like a miracle for me,” says Parkinson's patient Philip Batchelor.
Table Tennis England commits to free websites for Leagues
Table Tennis England will continue to provide website software for leagues to manage their fixtures and results free of charge.
Wolverhampton Grand Prix deadline extended
The Grand Prix bandwagon rolls into Wolverhampton for the fourth event of the season in a month's time - so don't miss out on the chance to get a share of the prizemoney.
Ormesby prevail in British League humdinger
Ormesby prevailed in the top of the table contest as they secured a stunning 3-2 win over Urban TTC. Darius Knight was the star performer... Continue reading
Braintree League: Leaders pegged back by clubmates
Just when it looked as if Black Notley F had made the decisive break in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League, they have been pegged back again – by their clubmates.
Tin-Tin’s a European champion!
Tin-Tin Ho has a gold medal around her neck after she and Karoline Mischek won the women's doubles at the European Under-21 Championships.
Chan and Davies are National Cup gold stars
Ruby Chan and Rhys Davies are the Cadet National Cup champions after a dramatic second day at Corby Smash TTC – with a four-way countback needed to decide the boys’ medals.
Leicester & District: Narrow squeak for Unicorn
Current Division One champions of the Leicester & District League, Unicorn, tip-toed home 6-4 against Electricity’s first team, the latter having Andy LeButt in great form.
Clacton & District: Pumas take pride of place
Brotherhood E are well clear at the top of Division Three of the Clacton & District League but the battle for the runners-up spot became even more intense and interesting after this week’s results, with only three points now separating three teams.
Tin-Tin storms back to earn doubles semi spot
Tin-Tin Ho and her Austrian partner Karoline Mischek booked a place in the doubles semi-finals at the European Under-21 Championships thanks to a stunning comeback against the second seeds.
Four unbeaten at Cadet National Cup
Three girls and one boy are unbeaten at the end of the first day of the Cadet National Cup at Corby Smash TTC.
Ho through to last 16
Tin-Tin Ho kept up her 100% record to reach the last 16 at the European Under-21 Championships, but only after withstanding a brilliant comeback by Poland's Julia Slazak.
Obituary: John Norsworthy, Plymouth’s leading light
John Norsworthy, who made an immense contribution to table tennis and the wider community, passed away peacefully at his home in Plymouth on Monday February 25, aged 81.
Price on the money at Bristol Closed
The Bristol Closed Championships were held at the Filton WISE Academy on Sunday March 3, where more than 100 players took part in over 10 hours of keen competition.
Titanic tussle in store as Urban TTC and Ormesby clash
An epic showdown will take place this weekend as British League’s top two teams lock horns in a mouthwatering contest at the top of the... Continue reading
The Isle of Wight Premier League 2019
The Isle of Wight Premier League is starting on 20 March and features the top players on the Isle of Wight in an innovative, high quality competition.
Applications open for Chairman
Applications for the position of Table Tennis England Chairman are open, with elections for three Elected Deputy Chairmen to follow in the coming months.
Ho eases through in Portugal
Tin-Tin Ho won her group at the European Under-21 Championships in Portugal, but Emily Bolton had to withdraw through injury.
Para players highly motivated for Italy tournament
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies and world champion Ross Wilson head a strong squad from the British Para Table Tennis Team that will head to Italy next week for the Lignano Master Open.
Catch up on the PG Mutual Nationals
The last ball has been hit and the champions crowned, but there is still time to catch up on the PG Mutual National Championships on BBC iPlayer or the Table Tennis England channels.
Book your place at our Conference – it’s a win-win!
Our National Conference is shaping up to be THE place to be - and if you book your place now, you could win a £100 Tees Sport voucher!
Can you become part of our Umpiring Team #BEPARTOFIT
In the lead up to the 2022 Commonwealth Games, Table Tennis England are looking to recruit new umpires to support events in the North of... Continue reading
Become a qualified Tournament Organiser!
Do you fancy organising your own tournaments? Then we have a course later this month which can get you qualified and ready to go!
MK League: Michael back with a bang, and Mark too
PREMIER The top of the table clash between MK Sasaki and Greenleys Kings was a close run affair with the leaders edging home 6-4.... Continue reading
Pitchford to join top Japanese league
Liam Pitchford says signing up to play in the Japanese T.League was a chance he could not turn down and he believes it will make him a better player.
Braintree League: Rayne’s run brought to end
Rayne D's winning run in division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League has come to an end after 11 matches.
Clacton & District: Jaguars hanging on
With only a handful of matches left to be played in the 2019 season of the Clacton & District League, one of the tightest tussles is at the foot of Division Two where just five points cover the three teams battling relegation.
Leicester & District: Leaders slip to defeat
Division Two of the Leicester & District League looks as though it is nicely springing to life at the top with the first defeat of leaders, Knighton Park III, who went down 8-2 to Desford Village
Liverpool festival fosters student-league links
The University of Liverpool Table Tennis Festival aimed to build a strionger relationship between the city's universities and the Liverpool League.
Pitchford and Tsaptsinos are the champions!
Maria Tsaptsinos claimed her first Women's Singles title and Liam Pitchford his fifth on a dramatic Finals Day at the PG Mutual National Championships.
Happy Face as Ash wins title!
Ashley Facey Thompson took gold in the para class 7-10 on day two of the PG Mutual National Championships in Nottingham, while Tin-Tin Ho remains on course for four titles.
Doubles delight for Bennett & Ho
Josh Bennett & Tin-Tin Ho won the battle of the surprise finalists to take the title against Alim Hirji & Emily Bolton.
Singles knockout line-ups completed
There were a few upsets in the group stages of the PG Mutual National Championships as the players battled to make it through to the knockout rounds and a chance to topple a seed.
Jarvis and Ho take Under-21 titles
Tin-Tin Ho retained her title and Tom Jarvis won back the trophy he lost last year as the Under-21 champions were crowned at the PG Mutual National Championships.
North West Pride of Table Tennis Award Winners
Leigh St George Community Table Tennis Club and Stockport Table Tennis Academy were recently awarded their Pride of Table Tennis memento and certificate by Andrea... Continue reading
Weekend sell out at PG Mutual Nationals!
A capacity crowd will watch the finals of the PG Mutual Senior National Championship as tickets have now sold out for Saturday and Sunday.
Keep up to date with the PG Mutual Nationals
The time has come for the best players in England to go toe to toe at the PG Mutual National Championships - here's how to keep up to date.
Chelmsford & District: Kamma pick of juniors
Junior players made their mark this week in no uncertain fashion in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
PG Mutual Nationals draw update
The draws for the Men's and Women's Singles at the PG Mutual National Championships have been made - and there is a change to the Under-21 Women's Singles format.
County Championships: Lancs win Cadet crown
The County Championships Cadets Premier Division was held at Weavers TTC Welllingborough last weekend with Yorkshire going for their sixth straight title - although a much-changed team from last year were up against strong opposition, particularly Lancashire, Devonshire and Durham.
Record entry for Evesham event
The Evesham and District Table Tennis Association Junior, Cadet and Novice Championships were held at St Egwin’s Middle School, Evesham on Sunday 24th February 2019.
PG Mutual Nationals to be shown live on BBC website
The BBC Sport website & app is the place to watch the action if you can't make it to the PG Mutual National Championships!
Many medals for Maric-Murrays
There was a massive entry of 82 for the Topspin Sports Horsham Spinners Cadet & Junior 2 Star, with two medals apiece for Ollie Maric-Murray and his brother Henry.
Members’ Advisory Group members appointed
The inaugural 12 members of the Members’ Advisory Group (MAG) have been appointed and will meet for the first time next month.
Be TT supporting league expansion in Lytham St. Annes
The Lytham St. Annes League were invited to take part in Year 2 of the Be TT (Better Experience) programme in 2018 as a targeted... Continue reading
Musketeers and Market Rasen take VBL titles
Musketeers overcame a wobble to secure the Veterans’ British League Premier Division title, while Market Rasen took the plaudits in the top women’s division.
MK League : Mighty Matt takes top title
Annual Championship Report Championship Singles Thirty-six players entered the main competition, with the contestants initially placed in groups of 3 which, as usual, provided some... Continue reading
AGM date confirmed
The Table Tennis England Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday June 29, 2019.
Free clubs workshop offers governance guidance
Clubs and other grassroots sports bodies are being invited to sign up for a free workshop on good governance practices.
Biggs milestone for Liverpool legend Alan
The Liverpool League is living proof of the adage that table tennis is a “sport for all, for life" - and no one more typifies that than Alan Biggs.
Clacton & District: Ever-presents come up trumps
Brotherhood F have now played 15 matches this season in Division Two of the Clacton & District League and, in all 15 matches, they’ve fielded the same three players, Lee Allen, Barry Allen and Shaun Beckham.
Braintree League: Big defeat for leaders
Following on from Netts A’s first ever 10-0 defeat comes another result in the Braintree Table Tennis League straight out of left field: a 10-0 defeat for the team at the top of division three.
Chelmsford & District: Cross on top form
Casey Cross has proved to be an excellent acquisition for Chelmsford Table Tennis Club in Division 1A of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Table-topping showdown awaits in Premier British League
Ormesby and Urban TTC will clash in an incredible top of the table clash next month after ending the penultimate round of the regular Premier... Continue reading
Naphong leads knockout roll-call
Naphong Boonyaprapa went the furthest of a clutch of young England players who reached the knockout stages of the Cadet singles at the Swedish Junior & Cadet Open.
Jarvis goes furthest in Sweden
Tom Jarvis was a quarter-finalist and Liam Pitchford reached the last 16 of the Safir International event in Sweden.
Pressure on in penultimate round of PBL
As the Premier British League approaches a thrilling conclusion, there is truly no room for error in the penultimate round of action this weekend. All... Continue reading
Mascots needed for Nationals!
Do you know a table tennis-mad youngster who would love to be at the centre of the action at the PG Mutual Nationals?
English pairs on doubles podiums
Two English pairs earned bronze medals by reaching the doubles semi-finals at the Swedish Junior & Cadet Open, and there was a consolation singles silver for Mollie Patterson.
World-class Para field for the Nationals
With a world champion, Paralympic champion, Commonwealth Games gold and a stack of other medals between them, the Para field for the PG Mutual Championships certainly qualifies as formidable.
Smith fighting on two fronts in Sweden
James Smith dropped only one game all day as he surged into the latter stages of the Junior Boys' Singles and Doubles at the Swedish Junior & Cadet Open.
Teams ready to go for VBL glory
New men’s champions are set to be crowned – for the first time in six years – when the Veterans’ British League comes to a conclusion at Derby Arena this weekend.
We’re boosting inclusivity projects with grants
Twelve organisations have been awarded grants by Table Tennis England to help fund schemes to get more people from underrepresented groups into table tennis.
Schools earn chance to defend titles
Five defending champions are among the 32 teams to have battled through the Regional Finals to reach the Butterfly School Team Championship National Finals.
Volunteer at the PG Mutual Nationals!
Do you want to play a key role in making the PG Mutual Nationals the event of the year? If so, we still have some volunteering opportunities which might interest you!
England schools team named
The England team has been named for the Primary Schools Home International event in Northern Ireland in April.
PG Mutual Nationals: Schedule finalised
The schedule for the PG Mutual National Championships has been revealed, with at least one final on each of the three days of competition at the David Ross Sports Village in Nottingham.
Clacton & District: Merlins break winless spell
Windsor Merlins celebrated a first success of the season in Division Three of the Clacton & District League with a 7-3 success over Windsor Robins. Sharon Gowlett and Bradley Henshaw both recorded trebles.
Braintree League: Unwanted history for Netts
Apart from a six-year break, Netts A have been a major figure in the Braintree Table Tennis League since their formation in 2000.
Chelmsford & District: Tributes to Tony Condon
Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League legend Tony Condon died peacefully on February 1, aged 87.
Leicester & District: KP keep up their pace
This week was possibly the worse one for postponements in a long time in the Leicester & District League with more matches postponed than played, only two took place in each of Divisions Two and Five.
Jarvis run ended by Samsonov
Tom Jarvis found Vladimir Samsonov a step too far after defeating a top-100 player to set up a last-32 clash with the great man at the Portugal Open.
Ping Pong Parlours nominated in prestigious awards
Table Tennis England's Ping Pong Parlours initiative has been shortlisted for a BT Sport Industry Award 2019.
Jarvis joins Drinkhall in main draw
Tom Jarvis joined Paul Drinkhall in the main draw of the Portugal Open with a five-set victory over Japan's Hiroto Shinozuka.
Partnership will continue to get more women on the table
After a successful year of collectively getting more women involved in inter-company table tennis tournaments and parties, Table Tennis England are continuing their relationship with... Continue reading
Clubs have chance to bid for slice of £1m
Table tennis clubs can bid for a slice of a £1 million fund launched recently by Team GB in partnership with leading UK housebuilder Persimmon Homes.
Golden duo team up again for Nationals
Commonwealth Games gold medallists Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall are reunited as a doubles pair for the PG Mutual National Championships.
England World Championships squad named
England have named a six-strong squad for the World Championships in Budapest in April.
Jarvis digs deep in Portugal
Tom Jarvis battled back from 3-1 down and won a deciding seventh set 14-12 to advance to the next round of the Portugal Open, where there was also a win for Maria Tsaptsinos.
Don’t miss Inter-Regional qualifying deadlines
The qualifying stage for this year’s Inter-Regional Championships is fast approaching, and there is still time to enter.
Saglik digs deep to win Chelmsford title
Nineteen-year-old Ugur Saglik, many people’s favourite, is the 2019 M&G Investments Chelmsford Men’s Singles champion.
Students to represent Staffs at national finals
The 2018/19 Staffordshire Schools Individual Championships were a great success this year, run and hosted by Clayton Hall Academy over two dates in February.
St Bede’s through to national final
Halton-based St Bede's U11 Girls from Widnes have made it through the Regional Finals stage to reach the Butterfly School Team Championships National Finals.
Obituary: Pat Archdale, pioneering umpire
Pat Archdale, a pioneering International Umpire and a Table Tennis England Vice-President, has died at the age of 90.
Brighton TTC in academy tie-up with college
Brighton Table Tennis Club are joining forces with a local college to deliver a programme offering table tennis coaching alongside academic courses.
Clacton & District: Condors avoid cup upset
Cup favourites Windsor Condors negotiated a potential banana-skin in Round Three of the Handicap Knock-Out Cup of the Clacton & District League by eliminating Division Two high-fliers Brotherhood H.
Braintree League: Calisin helps spring surprise
In a Braintree Table Tennis League season not short of surprises, Netts F have produced one of the more notable results in division three. With only four wins out of 17 behind them they came up against Rayne F, beaten only once and the early season favourites for the divisional title.
Leicester & District: Relegation battle hots up
There is an intriguing relegation battle developing near the bottom of Division Four of the Leicester & District League where Regent Sports III are surely doomed at the foot, suffering a 7-3 defeat at the hands of Lutterworth but new signing, Keaton Bayliss, picked up one and should provide a good foundation.
Chelmsford & District: Young wins battle of aces
Daniel Young and Liam Squirrell - two of the stars of the M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Championships last weekend - met in the division 1A of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League the week before.
VIP visit at Fusion ahead of planned development
Former MP and London Mayoral candidate Steven Norris joined a session at Fusion TTC as he checked progress of an exciting regeneration plan in the New Bermondsey area of London.
STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star – 16/17 February 2019
The programme is now available for the STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star, sponsored by Thornton’s Table Tennis, taking place at Palatine Leisure Centre, 207 St... Continue reading
Players revealed for PG Mutual Nationals
Defending singles champions Liam Pitchford and Tin-Tin Ho spearhead the line-up of players who will be competing for glory at the PG Mutual National Championships.
Revealed: Our TT Kidz video stars
A trio of budding video stars have been selected to become the faces of the TT Kidz initiative.
Big additions to National Conference schedule
More not-to-be-missed sessions have been added to the schedule for the National Conference on March 30-31, with an emphasis on getting more young people and women and girls into the sport.
MK league: Ollie back to winning ways
PREMIER Congratulations to MK’s greatest ever player Andrew Baggaley on winning his 3rd Ping Pong World Championship on Sunday. Yet another outstanding achievement in his glittering... Continue reading
Time to book for summer school
Bookings are now open for the Butterfly Cooke and Deaton Summer School, where players of all abilities can receive top coaching to improve their games.
Save 30% in our merchandise sale!
Do you love table tennis and have an eye for a stylish bargain? Then our merchandise sale is for you!
Dom is toast of West Bridgford
In January, West Bridgford TTC saw its players compete for the titles of "best in Nottingham" at Nottingham’s Closed Table Tennis Tournament. The annual tournament for all age groups to enable mixed play, the handicap event is especially great fun to watch and participate.
Chelmsford & District: Whiteley takes top title
The preliminary weekend of the M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table Tennis Championships played at Hylands School produced no shortage of shocks as well as some superb play.
Braintree League: Liberal swing back to top
The game of see-saw at the top of division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League continues.
Clacton & District: Barton’s the best
John Barton is the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Singles champion for 2019.
Leicester & District: Pettitt makes the difference
Two first versus second team club matches in Division One of the Leicester & District League included an excellent 6-4 success for Electricity seconds over their first team.
Cliffedale and London Academy glory at dramatic JBL finale
Cliffedale Chandlers Grantham College won a thrilling boys’ Premier Division, while London Academy proved the class act of the girls’ Premier as the Junior British League titles were decided.
Worcestershire Schools Individual competition
The senior Worcestershire schools individual table tennis competition was held at St Egwin’s School in Evesham and Bromsgrove School. The players provided some fantastic table tennis.
Facilities for Table Tennis Clubs within Be TT
I have been a Table Tennis England development officer for nearly 15 years now and one of the key issues that often faces a lot... Continue reading
Gauzy defeat ends Liam’s Top 16 quest
Liam Pitchford's debut in the Europe Top 16 ended in the first round in Montreux today as he was beaten by Simon Gauzy of France.
County Championships – can you help?
The County Championships is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to take on the role of Premier Divisions Organiser for the 2019/20 season.
Pitchford to face Gauzy in Top 16
Liam Pitchford first faces Simon Gauzy as he goes up against the top players in Europe this weekend, aiming to reinforce his position as one of the continent’s best players.
Bat & Chat ticks all the boxes for club and players
A Bat & Chat session in Bristol is proving ideal for supporting rehabilitation of illnesses, producing and supporting league players and encouraging social participation – and is even generating income for the club which runs it.
Sneak preview of new series about table tennis superstars
If you have ever wondered what goes on in the mind of the world's greatest table tennis players during matches? A new video series produced by the ITTF aims to answer that question.
Tsaptsinos into world’s top 200
Maria Tsaptsinos has broken into the world’s top 200 players for the first time. The 21-year-old, who is based in Italy, is at No 194... Continue reading
Titles wide open as JBL returns
The Junior British League comes to a conclusion at the weekend and to say there is plenty to play for is something of an understatement.
Schools move on to next stage in title quest
The quest to become Butterfly School Team Championships winners has moved on to the next stage, with 121 teams qualifying for the Regional Finals.
Worcestershire Schools individual competiton
The junior Worcestershire schools individual table tennis competition was held at St Egwin’s School in Evesham and the players provided some tremendous table tennis.
King is key to YHL title triumph
YHL & UON won a title shootout with Burton Uxbridge to seal the Women’s British League Premier Division title.
Braintree League: Crouchman wins battle of champs
The first meeting of the season between Braintree Table Tennis League’s last two men’s singles champions has gone the way of the 2017 winner Brandon Crouchman.
Clacton & District: Tough week for Tigers
It was a tough week for relegation-battlers Nomads Tigers in Division One of the Clacton & District League, emerging with a just a single point from their two fixtures against the League’s top two teams.
Leicester & District: Electricity pegged back
The two Electricity teams in Division One of the Leicester & District League were involved in two interesting matches
Chelmsford & District: Saglik aims to make his mark
It’s positive news this year as far as the M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League 2019 Championships are concerned. Entries are up for the third year running and this year 125 players are taking part including 42 juniors.
Baggaley on top of world again
Andrew Baggaley is the ping pong world champion for the third time. The Englishman defeated China’s Wang Shibo 3-2 in a thrilling World Championship of Ping Pong final at Alexandra Palace tonight.
STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star – 16/17 Feb (Ext CD 31/1/19)
Entry to the STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star sponsored by Thornton’s Table Tennis taking place on 16/17 February 2019 at Blackpool Sports Centre has been extended to Thu 31st Jan.... Continue reading
Friday Photos 105: Taking on the Worlds
This week the photographs were taken at the 1981 World Championships in Novi Sad, Yugoslavia from the Alan and Jose Ransome Collection.
MK League: Sasaki beaten at last
PREMIER The much awaited top of the table meeting between MK Sasaki and Greenleys Kings saw the leaders crashing to their first defeat of the... Continue reading
Tell us about your places to play!
The Mass Participation team at Table Tennis England are working to promote table tennis playing opportunities to people who would not normally have access to... Continue reading
Doran and Baggaley primed for Ping Pong
Last year’s semi-finalist Chris Doran and two-time champion Andrew Baggaley are among those chasing glory at the World Championship of Ping Pong this weekend.
Teams ready to go for WBL glory
Several unbeaten records are on the line as Women’s British League teams fight it out for the 2018/19 titles this weekend.
English County Schools’ Individual Competitions – North
Entry forms are now available for the following North of England Butterfly National Schools' individual competitions, great events for all schools with four categories: U11, U13, U16 & U19 in boys and girls events.
Training base revamp marks start of Paralympic journey
The British Para Table Tennis Team’s newly designed training facility at the English Institute of Sport in Sheffield was officially opened today by the British Paralympic Association’s Director of Sport, Penny Briscoe OBE.
County Championship: Hat-trick for Notts Veterans
Nottinghamshire Veterans first team took their third straight County Championship Premier title when they fought off a spirited challenge from Yorkshire and Sussex.
Braintree League: Liberal win crucial tie
Liberal A took a firm stride towards retaining their Braintree Table Tennis League title when they overcame their main rivals Rayne A.
Clacton & District: Woody coming of age
Since joining the Clacton & District League five years ago, 18-year-old Woody Fitzpatrick has quietly progressed from raw beginner to impressive and dependable Division Two player.
Chelmsford & District: Worthington on top form
OCs B took a giant step towards winning division two in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Leaders keep up pace
Runaway leaders in Division Five of the Leicester & District League, Blaby and Whetstone II, had their toughest challenges so far when meeting the two young Knighton Park teams, and were not found wanting.
Ten men confirm their place at PG Mutual Nationals
Ten men have confirmed their place at this year’s PG Mutual Senior National Championships after topping the table at this weekend’s qualifier.
Ten secure spot at PG Mutual Nationals
The inaugural PG Mutual Senior National Championships Qualifier started today, with 10 females securing their spots.
Liam knocked out by Korea’s Lim Jonghoon
Liam Pitchford’s run at the Hungarian Open was ended in the last 16 by world number 17 Lim Jonghoon after a 4-3 loss.
Obituary: Jim Stokes Snr
Jim Stokes Senior, better known as 'Big Jim' and who coached a succession of young players throughout the Berkshire, has died at the age of 73.
Pitchford into last 16 in Hungary
England No. 1 Liam Pitchford is the sole survivor in the ITTF World Tour Hungarian Open.
Who will make their mark this weekend?
Dozens of players are preparing to do battle this weekend to seal a prized place at the PG Mutual Senior National Championships.
‘Pong with Police’ builds bridges in Bishops Stortford
Police officers in Bishops Stortford have recently found themselves under fire from flying table tennis balls at the hands of local youths. Happily, no arrests... Continue reading
Friday Photos 104: Cleveland Calling 2
This week there are more photos from the Cleveland Junior Select 4*.
Watch Liam Pitchford live in Budapest
England No. 1 Liam Pitchford will face China’s Yu Ziyang in the first knock-out round of the ITTF World Tour Hungarian Open – and you can watch him live at 3.20pm today.
Five English players defeated in Hungary
Five English players were knocked out of the Hungarian Open yesterday in the preliminary rounds of the singles.
Jack Petchey winners revealed
Scores of youngsters representing 25 teams showed off their skills at the University of East London’s SportsDock.
Hat-trick of wins for Hursey at Grand Prix
Commonwealth Games player Anna Hursey was the standout player at the Bath Grand Prix, living up to her top seeding by winning three titles including the Women’s Singles.
British League elite all win
Premier British League’s top four sides were all victorious as the race for the title cranked up heading into the final two rounds of the... Continue reading
Hungarian Open action starts tomorrow
The ITTF World Tour Hungarian Open starts tomorrow – with six English players competing.
Fantastic member offer from our partners PG Mutual
National Championships sponsor PG Mutual and Table Tennis England today launch an outstanding exclusive offer for our members.
Brilliant bronze for Barcsai
Nine-year-old Sophie Barcsai brilliantly defeated the top seed and team gold medallist Gaetane Bled of France as she claimed a bronze medal at the Hungarian Mini-Cadet Open.
Top four look to strengthen British League positions
It's a case of new year but the same thrills and spills as the British League Premier Division returns this weekend.
Common interests fuel good discussions
Table Tennis England hosted a top-level delegation from the Swedish Table Tennis Association to discuss a host of common interests.
Academy opens doors to prospective students
Rising table tennis stars aged 11-16 are invited to the Charles Read Academy & Grantham College Table Tennis Academy open day.
Friday Photos 103: Cleveland calling
This week there are several photographs from a couple of Cleveland Select Junior Open tournaments from the 1980s.
National Conference open for bookings!
An exciting agenda is coming together for our National Conference – and now is the time to book your place!
Can you follow our official pathway to the Commonwealths?
Table Tennis England is launching a series of umpire training courses primarily aimed at under-25s and females and which could open up a pathway to officiating at major international events including the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Obituary: Margaret Hiorns, England international
Former England international Margaret Fry (Mrs Hiorns), an English Open semi-finalist who played at two World Championships, has died at the age of 90.
London calling for popular ranking tournament
After four over-subscribed London Ranking Tournaments, this highly popular event returns to the Greenhouse Centre on Sunday January 27 for the first tournament of the new year.
Laws & Smith are top team at Cippenham
Another maximum entry was received for the 13th running of the Cippenham Team 2-Star Open on Sunday. In fact, the tournament was once again over-subscribed and many potential entries had to be refused.
Bardsley leads East Midlands 4* roll of honour
Top seed Charlotte Bardsley duly won the Junior Girls' Singles at the East Midlands 4*, the first big Junior event of 2019, at Westfields TTC in Wellingborough.
Braintree League: Still all to play for
Braintree Table Tennis League resumes after its Christmas and new year break in the rare position of having wide-open title possibilities in all three divisions.
Clacton & District: Busy times ahead
It’s going to be a busy few months for the Clacton & District League, starting with the Handicapped Singles Tournament on Saturday 2nd February at Windsor’s St James Hall venue.
Bath Grand Prix draw released
The draw for the Bath Grand Prix on January 12 & 13 has been released.
Friday Photos 102: A Soham selection
I have been scanning some more photos from the Jose and Alan Ransome collection over the festive break and this week there is a collection of images from Soham, some of which are from the National League Cup.
The ITTF’s best rallies of 2018
Watch the most spectacular points from the ITTF's calendar of events in 2018.
Birthday milestone for Colin Clemett
Ian Marshall of the ITTF honours Colin Clemett, who for 58 years was Secretary of the Technical Officials Committee, as he reaches his 90th birthday milestone.
Businesses invited to support their local community
Table Tennis England is inviting businesses to make a positive contribution to their local area by donating a Ping in the Community table tennis package... Continue reading
ELCC entries are now open
It is time for local leagues to get their entries in for the oldest domestic competitions in English table tennis, the English Leagues Cup Competitions (ELCC).
Teams ready to get in the zone
Hundreds of youngsters are preparing to do battle at the Butterfly School Team Championships Zone Finals.
Clacton & District: Panthers on course to retain title
With the second half of the Clacton & District League season resuming shortly, there are still plenty of issues to be settled.
Chelmsford & District: OCs into top flight
With the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League season having reached its halfway stage the 12 first division teams will now form two mini divisions and the teams will be looking forward to hearing who their fixtures are for the second half of the season.
Braintree League: Felsted cause major upset
The bottom team beating the top team may happen occasionally in football or cricket, but in the more individual sport of table tennis examples are as rare as a clean-shaven Santa Claus.
Golden glow, plus Liam’s top-20 breakthrough
Part two of our review of the year looks at the biggest stories of 2018, including Commonwealth Games gold.
When the Box rocked to the world’s best
Part one of our review of the year looks back at the ITTF Team World Cup at London's Copper Box Arena.
Pitchford determined to build on stellar year
By any standards, it’s fair to say Liam Pitchford has had a sensational year, starting with Team World Cup bronze and ending with smashing into the world’s top 20, via Commonwealth Games gold and a string of victories over the world’s best players.
Two semi-finals for Maria at US Open
Maria Tsaptsinos reached the Under-21 Women's Singles semi-finals at the US Open, and teamed up with Tin-Tin Ho to reach the Women's Doubles last four.
Jersey Grand Prix entries open
Entries are now open to the popular three-day Jersey Grand Prix held over the Easter weekend.
Chernett chuffed with first gold medal
Just 18 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 8th December at the home of... Continue reading
Michell makes his move
William Michell (Sx-Horsham Spinners TTC), finally won an event at a 2 Star, having been a runner-up an impressive 11 times, at the first Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star of the 2018-19 season.
County Championships: Lancashire take title as Notts falter
Lancashire took this season’s County Championship Junior Premier division after a thrilling weekend’s action at Wellingborough as they fought out a battle with Nottinghamshire.
Friday Photos 101: Memories from Darlington
This week the photos are from Keith Wilson’s collection. Keith is a long serving coach and organiser from Darlington.
Chairman’s Message – December 2018
As we look back on 2018, we can reflect on a year of achievement and progress – but with the knowledge that there is still much to do as we seek to bring a positive experience of table tennis to as many people as possible, whenever and wherever they wish to play.
Nationals qualifier deadline extended
The deadline for entries to the PG Mutual National Championships Qualifying Tournament has been extended until January 2.
Can you help Jake in his cancer battle?
The table tennis community is being asked to rally behind five-year-old Jake Cohen as he battles a rare form of cancer.
England’s Euro draw revealed
Find out who England's men and women will face in Stage Two of the European Championships after today's draw.
Chelmsford & District: Leaders keep up pace
This week’s division one matches in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League produced four close fought affairs and two 9-1 results.
Braintree League: Rayne turn it around
Just occasionally a match in the Braintree Table Tennis League throws up a result that proves what a curious game it can be.
Clacton & District: Robins bob along to success
Like their familiar Christmas card cousins, Windsor Robins strutted their stuff in the all-Windsor clash against the Falcons in round one of the Clacton & District League’s Division Three Handicap Challenge and emerged the narrowest of 5-4 winners.
Leicester & District: KP edge cup tie
One of the closest matches so far in the Leicester & District League’s various graded knockout competitions came in the Saracen Cup for those graded below 170 – roughly under 50% in Division Two – when Knighton Park beat Abbots Road 5-4.
County Championships: Three-way tussle at top
Three teams lead the way after the first weekend of this season’s County Championship Veterans’ Premier Division as Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Hertfordshire lead the way with three wins.
Doran dominates innovative Peterborough event
Chris Doran gave a dominant display to win the recent Archway Peterborough ‘midweek medal’ senior 1* table tennis championships held at the TOP TABLE venue.
Obituary: John Wilde, ESTTA stalwart
Tributes have been paid to John Wilde, a long-serving Schools’ County Secretary and a former member of the ESTTA committee, who died earlier this week.
Table Tennis England Head Office relocation
Table Tennis England have relocated to a new head office in Milton Keynes.
Hot Aire! Club taking off with Be TT help
Be TT funding is helping Aireborough Community Table Tennis Club go from strength to strength and get new players into the sport.
Applications open for fully-funded Ping in the Community packages
Table Tennis England is inviting independent groups to embed social table tennis into their communities completely free-of-charge. There are twenty Ping in the Community fully-funded packages... Continue reading
Patterson conjures up a super Finn-ish
Mollie Patterson secured some eye-catching results on her way to a 14th-place finish at the Finlandia Open - the best English position.
PG Mutual Nationals tickets on general sale
Tickets for the PG Mutual National Championships 2019 are now on general sale.
Volunteers sought for World Championships
If you have language skills and fancy being at the heart of the biggest table tennis event in the world, applications are now open to volunteer at the 2019 World Championships.
Briantree League: Lewis’ long run comes to end
Nomads’ stalwart Ken Lewis has tasted defeat in the Braintree Table Tennis League for the first time in nearly three years.
Clacton & District: Title at Brotherhood’s mercy
Brotherhood E are looking a class apart in Division Three of the Clacton & District League and they head into the new year with a healthy 19-point lead over their nearest rivals with the title seemingly at their mercy.
Chelmsford & District: Abbott’s praiseworthy display
The two main contenders met this week in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and their 5-5 draw means that Maldon A retain their six point lead over Chelmsford A.
Friday Photos 100: Sealink memories
This week the photos are from the Sealink Youth Cup. There are several players who are well known faces but can you help name anyone else in the pictures?
Table tennis secures Olympic funding from UK Sport
Table tennis has been awarded £275,000 by UK Sport to support athletes with a genuine qualification opportunity to reach the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Could you be our TT Kidz video star?
Are you aged 7 to 11 and passionate about table tennis? Do you want to be a video star promoting our new TT Kidz programme? If you answered ‘yes’ to those two questions then we have the perfect competition for you!
Be TT Sheffield Schools promotion day
Vulcan Table Tennis club are one of TTE’s Be TT Clubs and recently set up a fantastic Schools promotion day at Birley High school, Sheffield.... Continue reading
Be TT at King’s Road TT Club Manchester
Kings Road Table Tennis Club Kings Road Table Tennis Club was formed in June 2018 and has made great strides in recent months, with having... Continue reading
South Yorkshire Schools Singles entry form
SOUTH YORKSHIRE COUNTY SCHOOLS’ TABLE TENNIS ASSOCIATION INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Venue EIS – Sheffield, Coleridge Road, Sheffield. S9 Monday 4th February 2019. 6 pm Closing date... Continue reading
MK League: No change at the top
PREMIER It was top v bottom this week as we conclude the 2nd cycle (of 4) of the premier fixtures with MK Sasaki dispatching club-mates... Continue reading
National Championship Programmes Over the Years
With tickets to the PG Mutual Senior National Championships going on general sale this Saturday, we take a look back at the artwork for the programmes - from 1960 to 2018.
Apply to be a coach tutor
Would you like to take your coaching career to another level by becoming a coach tutor? Table Tennis England are currently taking applications.
Clacton & District: Harris passes his test
Liam Harris of Nomads Bobcats was given his sternest test so far against Walton E in Division Two of the Clacton & District League but he passed with flying colours.
Braintree League: Top teams advance in cup
The top teams in division one had very little difficulty in making their way through to the semi-finals of the team knockout cup in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Leaders pushed by Rogers & Son
The father/son combination of Chris and Jack Rogers recorded two wins each for Knighton Park firsts in their clash with top team Unicorn firsts in Division One of the Leicester & District League.
Chelmsford & District: Danbury break duck
Danbury B scored their first win of the season in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and their 7-3 victory over Hatfield Peverel A takes them out of the bottom two.
Pitchford into world’s top 20
Liam Pitchford has broken into the top 20 in the world rankings for the first time, rising to a new career high of No 16.
Urban & Ormesby remain unbeaten
Urban TTC’s defence of the Premier British League continued in excellent fashion as they battled past Ormeau 3-2 in a clash of the league’s top... Continue reading
Top two showdown in British League
The final weekend of British League action this calendar year commences today as clubs jockey for position heading into Christmas. After three rounds a fascinating... Continue reading
Boonyaprapa run ended by top seed
Naphong Boonyaprapa defeated two higher-ranked players to reach the quarter-finals at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open, where he lost to the top seed.
Friday Photos 99: Masters memories
This week there are a brilliant set of photographs from the Alan and Jose Ransome Collection. The event was a Norwich Union Masters.
England youngsters have team success in Portugal
Two England teams and another featuring an England player have made it to today's quarter-finals at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open after successfully negotiating the group stage.
Paul features in Bundesliga showreel
Paul Drinkhall has no fewer than four entries in the top 10 rallies showreel released by the German Bundesliga this week - check them out here!
MK League: League Supplementary Championships
Played on 11th November 2018 HANDICAP SINGLES IT’S KING CONSTANTIN A small but very enthusiastic entry of 25 competed for the main prize of the... Continue reading
Introducing TT Kidz! Now find out more at our webinar
TT Kidz has been unveiled as the name for our new youth product launching next year – and clubs have the chance to find out all about it by joining a special webinar next month.
Book your place for Nationals qualifying event
Are you ready to mark your mark at the PG Mutual National Championships Qualifying Tournament?
Vincent victorious; Nicol nicks first title
25 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 10th November at the home of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
Bardsley named SportsAid athlete of the month
SportsAid have released a wide-ranging interview with Charlotte Bardsley, who has been named SportsAid athlete of the month following victory on her Senior England debut against Greece.
Obituary: Cyril Villiers MBE
Tributes have been paid to Table Tennis England Vice-President Cyril Villiers MBE, who has died at the age of 86.
Liverpool Summer League Success
The Liverpool & District Table Tennis League established a new shorter format Summer League competition, held on a Monday night at Anfield Sport and Community... Continue reading
Para coach Robinson’s pride at Fellowship award
Former Paralympic champion Neil Robinson, who is now an integral part of the British Para Table Tennis coaching team, has been presented with an Honorary Fellowship by Bridgend College
Quintet of Juniors reach main draw in Portugal
Five English players made it to the main draw of the Junior Boys' Singles at the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open, but all went out at the last-64 stage.
Get Christmas all wrapped up with Table Tennis England
Are you after the perfect present for the table tennis player or fan in your life? Browse our range of Christmas gift below - from tickets to clothing to a Christmas card signed by a Team England star.
New partnership aims to get Everyone Active in the community
Table Tennis England’s Ping in the Community project has joined forces with major leisure provider Everyone Active to expand its offering of table tennis and... Continue reading
Cippenham Vets Open: Gehlot outguns team-mate
Another full house of 48 players contested the ninth Cippenham Super 6 Veterans’ Open tournament on Sunday. Perennial winner for the last three years, the... Continue reading
Could YOU help us judge Pride Awards?
Could you tap into your table tennis expertise to help us choose this year’s Pride of Table Tennis Award winners?
MK League: Hendy hammers Monarchs
PREMIER I was fortunate to be at Kingston on Wednesday night to witness a majestic display of controlled attacking from Jamie Hendy as he battered... Continue reading
Braintree League: Netts rise to the top
A top-of-the-table clash has resulted in a change of leader in division three of the Braintree League.
Clacton & District: Parkes stars in Brotherhood battle
The battle of the big Brotherhood beasts in Division Two of the Clacton & District League resulted in a convincing 8-2 victory for leaders Brotherhood I over second-placed Brotherhood H.
Chelmsford & District: Young shines in losing cause
Danbury B - without a win in division one of the Chelmsford & District League - turned in an excellent performance against third-placed Rawreth and only missed out 6-4.
Leicester & District: KP youngsters pull clear
The young team of Knighton Park III scored critical victories in Division Two of the Leicester & District League when they beat both their nearest two rivals 6-4, those two for the time being now battling out second place.
Nationals tickets – claim your members’ discount!
It’s time to snap up your tickets for the PG Mutual Nationals – and our members can take advantage of an exclusive early-bird discount if they buy before the tickets go on general sale on Friday!
Friday Photos 98: Rich pickings at Commonwealths
1985 was a very successful year for England in the Commonwealth Championships which were held in the Isle of Man.
Ping! smashes the million mark
The popularity of social table tennis has scaled new heights this year with Table Tennis England’s public ping pong project ‘Ping!’ recording the highest number... Continue reading
Inclusivity grant scheme launched
Clubs and organisations can apply for grants under a new Table Tennis England initiative to get more people from minority or underrepresented groups from within the sport to start playing table tennis.
Staffs schools advance to regional finals
The 2018/19 Staffordshire Schools Team Championships where a great success, run and hosted by Clayton Hall Academy over three Mondays.
England stars react to mixed results
Read what the England players have to say about the women's 3-0 win over Greece and the men's 3-1 defeat by Serbia last night.
County Championships: Lancs lead way
Lancashire were the surprise packet in the first round of matches in this seasons Over 60 County Championship Premier Division played at Milton Keynes TTC recently.
Bardsley shines as England win
Charlotte Bardsley won on her senior England debut to complete a brilliant 3-0 win for England women over Greece at Medway Park tonight. But England men were beaten 3-1 by Serbia in their European Championships Stage 1 clash, despite Tom Jarvis winning the first match.
MK League: Howard’s special delivery
PREMIER Leaders MK Sasaki keep up their unbeaten record although for the 2nd week running could only manage a draw, this time to high flying... Continue reading
Leicester & District: Another whitewash for leaders
Starting at the other end of the Leicester and District League for a change in Division Five we find the steamrolling Blaby and Whetstone II still handing out 10-0 defeats, their latest being over Nomads IV.
Braintree League: Hicks stars for Netts
A storming performance from James Hicks, ably backed by Andy Holmes, has tightened up the race for the Braintree Table Tennis League title.
Chelmsford & District: Maldon A hit top form
Maldon A are setting a very hot pace in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and 69 points out of 80- eight wins out of eight is a fair indication of their level of dominance so far.
Clacton & District: Tigers earn their stripes
Pride of place in the Clacton & District League this week goes to Nomads Tigers who celebrated a first Division One success, their 7-3 win over Walton C lifting them off the foot of the table.
Bouron silver as Para GB take three more medals
Lucie Bouron added a team silver in women’s class 1-4 to the silver medal she won in the women’s class 1-3 singles and Billy Shilton (men’s class 8) and Martin Perry (men’s class 6) took bronze medals in their respective team events on the final day of the Spanish Open in Almeria.
Three medals for Para GB in Spain
Commonwealth medallist Josh Stacey (men’s class 9) and Lucie Bouron (women’s class 1-3) took silver in their respective events at the PTT Spanish Open in Almeria and Dan Bullen picked up a bronze medal in men’s class 5.
Friday Photos 97: Some grand Nationals shots
Friday Photos returns to share some images from a collection kindly passed on by Jose Ransome. This week - the 1982 National Championships.
Jarvis knocked out in Belarus
Tom Jarvis bowed out of the Belarus Open tonight against a player ranked more than 100 places above him.
How my workplace went mad for table tennis!
Hundreds of workplaces have caught the ping pong bug thanks to our Loop at Work programme. Steve Best, Change Manager (and table tennis player) at Phoenix Group, tells of his experience.
Coming soon: PG Mutual Nationals tickets!
Table Tennis England members will be able to access exclusive early-bird discounts and priority access when tickets go on sale for the PG Mutual National Championships.
Highbury history as women make league step
Highbury Table Tennis Club have tapped into Be TT funding to launch their first ever female team - and the initiative was so successful that they actually got three new teams up and running!
Your chance to shape the sport’s future!
If you have bags of expertise and experience in table tennis, then we would like you to help shape the sport's future!
St Bede’s and Wade Deacon at the double
Wade Deacon and St Bede's Schools were both double winners at the Cheshire Schools Table Tennis Team Event.
Jarvis breezes into Belarus main draw
Tom Jarvis won his group to move into the main draw of the Belarus Open in Minsk, but Maria Tsaptsinos and Emily Bolton were knocked out in qualifying.
MK League: Champions Spinners still searching for first win
PREMIER Late, late night at Greenleys on Tuesday as 7 sets went to a decider in the Warriors/Kings match. Expectant father, still waiting patiently, Nick... Continue reading
Bristol businesses set for battle in the Ping Pong Fight Club
Set against a backdrop of DJs, pop up bars, face painters and social zones, the spectacular ping pong tournament with huge prizes for the victors... Continue reading
Obituaries: Hill Dowsett and Roger Fuller
It is with great sadness that the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Committee report the death of Life Member Hill Dowsett, a coach of over 40 years’ standing in Chelmsford and Essex, and also of former league player Roger Fuller.
Chelmsford & District: Liberal lifted by Pitt and Buxton
Liberal scored their third win of the season in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. They beat Chelmsford B 8-2 after Adrian Pitt and Adam Buxton had both won their three singles.
50 tickets left for European Championships Stage 1 ties
Don’t miss your chance to get tickets to watch top-class international table tennis in England.
Clacton & District: Panthers take big leap forward
Reigning champions Nomads Panthers, on their quest to take a seventh consecutive Division One title in the Clacton & District League, this week recorded an important 8-2 success against club-mates Nomads Lions.
Braintree League: It’s tight at the top
Unusually for this stage of the season, positions are extremely tight at the top of all three divisions of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Unicorn point way to defence
Defending champions of Division One in the Leicester & District League, Unicorn, did not have a match this week but they still find themselves six points in front at the head of the table and well on the way to retaining the title.
It’s just capital for JBL leaders!
It is a case of ‘London Calling’ as Fusion and London Academy head the standings in the respective Boys’ and Girls’ Premier Division tables after weekend one of the Junior British League.
No joy for England girls in Hungary
None of the four English players on duty at the Hungarian Youth Open were able to make it through to the main draw, with Denise... Continue reading
British team hunt Spanish gold
British Para Table Tennis Team Performance athletes Martin Perry and Billy Shilton head a squad of nine British athletes competing in the PTT Spanish Open in Almeria this week.
Pitchford defeated by Xu Xin in semis
Liam Pitchford’s superb run at the Austrian Open was ended by Chinese great Xu Xin at the semi-final stage tonight. Pitchford was beaten in four... Continue reading
Pitchford beats Timo Boll in Austrian Open
Liam Pitchford is through to the semi-finals after a brilliant win over world number 3 Timo Boll.
Pitchford into last 16 in Austria
Liam Pitchford put in another confident performance to advance to the last 16 of the Austrian Open.
Pitchford is sole survivor in Austrian Open
Pitchford was the only player to make it through to the main draw after Paul Drinkhall narrowly missed out due to a 4-3 defeat to Korea’s Jang Woojin.
Take part in the first UK wide mental health in sport survey
Edge Hill University, in partnership with DOCIAsport, has launched the UK’s first ever national survey into the mental health of people who work in sport.
MK League: Cool Colin brings down the mighty Matts
Premier The big match this week saw runaway leaders MK Sasaki take on promoted Greenleys Warriors. The Warriors have improved their team beyond recognition and... Continue reading
All to play for as JBL returns
There will be new champions in both boys’ and girls’ events in the Junior British League this year – and the battle for honours gets under way this weekend.
Bat & Chat is beating social isolation
Bat & Chat, a Table Tennis England programme, is helping to combat social isolation and get over-55s more active in Chelmsford.
CPD course this Sunday with coach Craig Bryant
Brush up on the basics of serving and receiving as well as complex receiving tactics and techniques in our latest CPD course this Sunday with Level 4 Coach Craig Bryant.
Two English players remain in Austrian Open
Only two English players remain in the Austrian Open after the first day of action. Baggaley, Ho and Tsaptsinos were knocked out.
Austrian Open action starts tomorrow
The ITTF World Tour Austrian Open starts tomorrow – with five English players competing.
Song is standout player again at second Grand Prix
Jiawang Song was once again the standout player at the Preston Grand Prix, living up to his top seeding by winning both the Men’s Singles and Under-21 Men’s Singles titles.
New multi-table facility opens in Huddersfield
On Saturday November 3rd, 2018 was the official opening of the Deighton and Huddersfield League’s new multi-table tennis centre in Huddersfield. It has taken a... Continue reading
Chan defeated by champion
Ruby Chan was defeated by the eventual champion, while Millie Rogove and Darcie Proud battled their way into the main draw at the Slovak Cadet Open.
Short of players this season?
Are you struggling to fill spaces on any of your table tennis teams this season? Table Tennis England is hoping to help.
Urban TTC top British League table
Urban TTC became the outright leaders of the British Premier League after grinding out a 3-2 win over Drumchapel at the weekend's British League.
English County Schools’ Team Competitions – North
Entry forms are now available for the following English County Schools’ team competitions being held in Oct/Nov in the north of England. These are great... Continue reading
English duo defeated in Swedish Open
Pitchford & Drinkhall were knocked out in the semi-finals of the Swedish Open after a 3-1 defeat.
British League battle this weekend
An unbeaten record will be ended this weekend as British League's top four sides go head-to-head this weekend.
Pitchford & Drinkhall through to quarter-finals
Pitchford & Drinkhall are through to the doubles quarter-finals at the Swedish Open, but Pitchford has exited the singles at the hands of Dimitrij Ovtcharov.
Pitchford to play Ovtcharov in Swedish Open
Liam Pitchford will play Dimitrij Ovtcharov in the Men's Singles tomorrow, and faces China's Ma Long & Xu Xin in the doubles with Paul Drinkhall.
Three English players remain in Swedish Open
Liam Pitchford is the last English player competing in the Men’s Singles, while Pitchford, Drinkhall and Jarvis remain in the Men's Doubles
Siraj and Wong star at anniversary 4*
Shayan Siraj of Yorkshire and Jasmin Wong of Yorkshire were the winners of the Junior Singles Events at the FAST Fund 4 Star Junior Championship at Middlesbrough Sports Village.
MK League: Warriors on the warpath
Premier A good week for Greenleys Warriors as we finish the first cycle (of 4) with the promoted side showing they will be more than... Continue reading
Get a members’ discount at the World Ping Pong Champs!
The World Championship of Ping Pong (WCPP) returns to London in January – and Table Tennis England members can get a third off tickets!
Whole new ball game for England great Brearley
Ashes-winning England cricket captain Mike Brearley has turned to table tennis for his latest sporting challenge.
Jarvis progresses at Swedish Open, Baggaley is knocked out
Tom Jarvis has progressed at the ITTF World Tour Swedish Open, while Andrew Baggaley was pipped in a close-fought match.
Brighton TTC prison scheme hailed a success
Table tennis sessions led by Brighton TTC are being credited with better behaviour and reduced violence among inmates at HM Prison High Down.
Swedish Open starts today
The ITTF World Tour Swedish Open starts today – with five of England’s top players competing.
Walker defeat ends English campaign
Sam Walker was knocked out in the last 16 of the Belgium Open, ending English involvement in the tournament in De Haan.
Obituary: Alan Shepherd, Essex and Middlesex stalwart
Alan Shepherd, a stalwart of table tennis in Middlesex and Essex and an international umpire, has died at the age of 89.
Better Experiences in Castleford and Pontefract
Table Tennis England’s BeTT funding has certainly made a significant impact on the development of the sport in the Castleford and Pontefract League in conjunction... Continue reading
Preston Grand Prix draw released
Jiawang Song tops the seedings for the Preston Grand Prix as he looks to repeat his triumph at the season-opener in Crawley.
Walker left on his own after near misses
Sam Walker is England's sole survivor at the Belgium Open, but only after Andrew Baggaley was pipped in a remarkable match and Tom Jarvis stretched the top seed.
Members Advisory Group: Applications open
Applications are now open for the new Members Advisory Group (MAG), which will comprise up to 12 people representing all areas of our sport.
Coaching courses: Book now
Now’s the time to book your place on the upcoming Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching Courses.
National Conference: Save the date
Table Tennis England's National Club, Coach and Volunteer Conference, which brings together clubs, coaches, officials and volunteers to share knowledge and experiences, will take place on the weekend of March 30-31, 2019.
Baggaley progresses as McBeath halted by injury
Andrew Baggaley joined Sam Walker in the main draw but injury ruined David McBeath's chances at the Belgium Open.
Be TT: Brand New league a big success
A new league set up by Newton Abbot TTC with help from Be TT funding has been so successful it is set to become an annual event.
McBeath comes through decider in Belgium
David McBeath survived a scare to come through his first match in a decider, while Tom Jarvis and Andrew Baggaley were also winners on day one of the Belgium Open.
MK League: Howard’s Way
Premier Division A 2-man Greenleys Kings triumphed against a lack lustre MK Kingpins side. The Nick Howard/Guy Sparrow duo had become so adept at winning... Continue reading
EYS boys benefit from Slovakia link
The boys from the England Youth Squad (EYS) are working hard this week at an international training camp in Slovakia.
Polished Ruby is leaders’ gem
Ruby Yang’s perfect 10 helped YHL & UON to top the Premier Division standings after weekend 1 of the Women’s British League.
Chelmsford & District: Reversal of furtune for Lucas
Three weeks ago OCs A’s Paul Lucas made the headlines with a top-drawer hat-trick against Maldon A. This week OCs A were in the news again - after suffering a shock 8-2 defeat against an inspired Chelmsford B.
Braintree League: Black Notley derail leaders
Liberal C’s apparently steady progress towards the division two title in the Braintree Table Tennis League hit an almighty road bump when they ran into a top-form Black Notley C.
Leicester & District: From Ping! to league success story
Marcin Kasprzyr, a Polish chef who came over to England to live a few years ago, was walking through the centre of Leicester during the summer, minding his own business, and came across a “Ping!” session being organised by Harry White, one of the major coaches of table tennis in this area.
Clacton & District: Unbeaten Colin lifts Kestrels
Windsor Kestrels and Brotherhood H were involved in the hardest-fought clash of the week in Division Two of the Clacton & District League with the two teams eventually - and fittingly - sharing the spoils.
Zhao edges big tie in Ormesby’s favour
Ormesby came out on top in an incredible battle between two of the British League Premier Division title favourites as they defeated Drumchapel 3-2.
Vecko happy with Worlds showing
British Para Table Tennis Team Performance Director Gorazd Vecko has pronounced himself satisfied with his team’s performance at the World Championships in Slovenia in which Ross Wilson took gold in men’s class 8 and Tom Matthews and Fliss Pickard took bronze in men's class 1 and women's class 6 respectively.
Super Wilson on top of the world
Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson fought back magnificently against the double Paralympic champion from China to take gold in men’s class 8 at the World Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia.
GB trio secure podium finishes
Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson, European silver medallist Tom Matthews and World Championship debutant Fliss Pickard are assured of medals after day three of the World Para Table Tennis Championships.
Former champs set for big British League clash
British League rolls back into town this weekend as clubs jockey for position in the early rounds.
Walker part of Birmingham 2022 ceremony
Sam Walker helped to mark the countdown to the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham today as the venues and participating sports were officially announced.
World Para Championships live on BBC website
The World Para Championships in Slovenia are moving into the knockout rounds and the BBC Sport website will be showing all the key action.
League Manager: Discussions ongoing
Negotiations are continuing to secure ongoing free access for clubs and leagues to the League Manager platform on the Table Tennis 365 website.
Top marks as 10 GB athletes go through
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies are among 10 British athletes who have made it through to the knockout stages of the World Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia after the second day of competition today.
MK League: Christine to the rescue
Premier Div A first ever Premier win for newcomers Greenleys Warriors who overcame former champions MK Kingpins. Kingpins had called up Russell Penn, their regular... Continue reading
Strong England line-up for Euro ties
England have named the strongest available line-up for their home European Championships, Stage One matches next month.
Good start for GB at Worlds
Paralympic champions Rob Davies and Will Bayley were among those to win their opening group matches at the World Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia.
Vecko confident ahead of ‘milestone’ Worlds
British Para Table Tennis Team Performance Director Gorazd Vecko believes that his team is fully prepared and ready for the challenge of the World Championships which start tomorrow in Celje, Slovenia.
Table Tennis England appoints Sport:80 as technology partner
Table Tennis England has appointed Sport:80 as its technology partner to develop a new online platform which will evolve the way we administer the sport and engage with people participating in table tennis across the country.
Burton go for a repeat in WBL
Burton Uxbridge have greater strength in depth as they target a repeat of last year’s Premier Division victory when the Women’s British League returns this weekend.
Mental health charity is big winner at tournament
A tournament to raise money for mental health charity Young Minds was a huge success, making almost £1,000.
England players out in force for Tour
There is a busy month ahead for England’s top players as they take on strong fields at four ITTF World Tour events.
Ping pong trio have China on their mind
Success at the World Championships of Ping Pong has led to a big opportunity in China for Chris Doran, Matt Ware and Andrew Baggaley.
Chelmsford & District: Young stars with treble
The first division is firmly back in the spotlight this week in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. There were a number of strong performances and 14-year-old Daniel Young led the way.
Leicester & District: Holwell players step up
Holwell Sports maintained top position in Division One of the Leicester & District League when they defeated Electricity II 7-3 using two players from their second team from division three, although they are no slouches at this level.
Braintree League: Liberal drop first points
Liberal A dropped their first points, Netts A suffered their first defeat and Black Notley A scored their first win in week four of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Charman p-p-picks up Penguins
An unbeaten Alan Charman was the Windsor Penguins’ hero as his side defeated Walton D 7-3 in Division Three of the Clacton & District League.
Maurice honoured for lifetime’s service
Maurice Fearn, 85, has won the prestigious Paddy and Scott’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the West Suffolk Sports Awards.
New UK Sport fund welcomed
Table Tennis England has welcomed the news that UK Sport is to help unfunded Olympic and Paralympic sports work towards Tokyo 2020.
Watch: British League club breaks world record
British League Premier Division club Ormeau have beaten the world record for the most consecutive opponents in a rally - taking the total from 108 to 112.
Vote for your favourite logo in our youth initiative poll!
Our new initiative to get more young people to take up table tennis is continuing to take shape, and we are now asking for feedback from the table tennis family.
Brighton trio add world medals to their CV
Harry Fairchild produced an amazing comeback to secure a singles medal as Brighton athletes brought back three bronzes from the World Championships for Athletes with Down’s Syndrome.
Our new partnership puts mental health first
Table Tennis England today marks World Mental Health Day by announcing an exciting new partnership with the mental health charity Sport in Mind.
Chinese star shares expertise with Archway
Former Chinese national team player Chen Min spent a successful few days in October coaching at the Archway Peterborough club and at a local school.
Doran shows class in strong field
Chris Doran (Northamptonshire) showed his class to win the recent Archway Peterborough ‘midweek medal’ senior 1* table tennis championships held at the TOP TABLE venue.
MK League: Wilkins wins a hat-trick
PREMIER DIV The Premier seems jinxed so far this season with another postponement. Following a mix up regarding Greenleys Kings home night, stablemates Warriors were... Continue reading
Revamped Grand Prix is well received
Feedback from players who competed at the Crawley Grand Prix – the first event of the revamped series – has been overwhelmingly positive.
Musketeers put champs to the sword
Promoted Musketeers lead the way and champions Bribar St Neots Saints are rock bottom in the Premier Division after weekend one of the Veterans’ British League.
Leicester & District: Iacovou makes strong start
Looking a bit further down the Leicester & District League first up for a change, in this case to Division Four, it is already building up very nicely with at least five teams vying at the top.
Rio heroes spearhead GB Worlds squad
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head a squad of 14 British athletes who will compete in the World Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia from October 17-20,
Chelmsford & District: Delimat’s impressive treble
It takes a very strong performance to take the spotlight away from division one in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. Wiktor Delimat produced just that and more as he led Chelmsford C to an excellent 6-4 win over OCs B in division two.
Clacton & District: Condors end champs’ long unbeaten run
Windsor Condors set out their title intentions in unambiguous fashion in Division One of the Clacton & District League with an impressive 6-4 victory over Nomads Panthers and, in the process, ending the reigning champions’ 34-match unbeaten run which stretched back nearly two years.
Be TT with Stockport Table Tennis Academy
Stockport Table Tennis Academy are a club that are actively involved in helping Table Tennis England to increase participation in Table Tennis through Table Tennis... Continue reading
Tickets on sale for England double-header in Kent
England Leopards are heading back to Medway Park for their pivotal European Championships Stage One ties – and tickets are now on sale.
Victory for England in Norway
Tin-Tin Ho scored a double as England women kept up their unbeaten record in the European Championships Stage 1 with a 3-1 win in Norway today.
Female action plan – your help needed!
Female members of the table tennis family and others who are passionate about engaging women and girls in sport have just a few days left to register for conferences to help us plan a future strategy.
Saints aim to go marching on
Bribar St Neots Saints and PPong are both back to start the defence of the Veterans' British League titles at the first weekend of this season's competition.
Routine win for Leopards in Bosnia
England produced a professional performance to sweep aside Bosnia-Herzegovina 3-0 in their European Championships Stage One tie in Sarajevo last night.
Get yourself on the Grand stage in Preston!
The Grand Prix focus turns north for the second event of the season in Preston, and entries are already stacking up for what promises to be a busy competition.
Healthy turnout for NHS tournament
A national Table Tennis tournament for NHS staff past and present to mark the health service’s 70th anniversary was held on Sunday 23rd September at Draycott Table Tennis centre in Derby.
Plymouth Junior events deadline extended
The entry deadline for the Bribar Plymouth Junior 1* and 2* Open competitions on Sunday October 14 has been extended until October 7.
Pitchford targeting further rankings rise
Liam Pitchford is aiming to climb even higher in the world rankings after moving to within touching distance of the top 20.
Milton Keynes League: Danny Boy seals shock win
Premier Division Welcome to the new season. The Premier Division again consists of 6 teams this year, with promoted Division 1 champions Greenleys Warriors the... Continue reading
Pitchford hits another career high
Liam Pitchford has hit another career high in the world rankings, jumping eight places to No 23 in the latest ITTF list.
Leopards ready for double test
England Leopards are aiming to take important steps forward this week on the road to the European Team Championships.
BATTS’ new league concept is a success
BATTS in Harlow have just started their second season of a new league format that is proving to be a popular innovation.
Braintree League: Notley’s good Game
It was a good week for new young signings in the Braintree Table Tennis League. Thirteen-year-old Elliot Game led the way with a pair of wins for Black Notley I.
Chelmsford & District: Lucas makes memorable return
The favourites Maldon A made it two wins out of two in the first division of the Chelmsford & District League by beating OCs A 7-3. But it was Paul Lucas, the M&G Investments Chelmsford Under-21 Singles champion back in 2000 and 2001, who stole the show.
Leicester & District: KP beaten by Holwell
Although Knighton Park’s first team sit on top of Division One of the Leicester & District League, defending champions Unicorn will not go away. The Park lost for the first time in three while Unicorn have won two from two.
Clacton & District: Harris leads way for Bobcats
Nomads Bobcats got their season under way in fine style in Division Two of the Clacton & District League with an excellent 8-2 victory over Windsor Buzzards.
Brighton athletes ready to take on the world
A trio of Brighton TTC players are relishing once again putting on the Team England shirts to compete on the international stage.
Strong English presence on ETTU committees
English officials are once again playing a key role in shaping the future of the European Table Tennis Union (ETTU).
Ping Pong Parlour featured on BBC
The Ping Pong Parlour in Runcorn has 'gone ballistic' as shoppers flock to take a turn on the tables - and the local club is playing its part, as listeners to BBC Radio Merseyside heard.
Schools stalwart John thrilled to receive major award
A lifetime’s contribution to school sport led to a date with royalty as John Arnold was presented with the Emeritus Award by the Sport & Recreation Alliance.
Why table tennis is perfect for schools
Though we are understandably biased, at Table Tennis England we believe table tennis is the ideal sport for schools.
Passes needed to attend Bishop Auckland 2*
The Bishop Auckland Bribar 2-star event on Sunday September 30 will no longer be a open to spectators. Due to a change in circumstances, everyone entering the premises will need an event pass.
Chelmsford & District: New player Lucas impresses
A new-look OCs A team have made an excellent start to the season in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Unseeded Garduli triumphs at Cippenham
Another maximum entry assembled at Cippenham Table Tennis Centre for the Cippenham Super 6 Senior 2-Star Open Championship.
Leicester & District: New-look Holwell push champs
Holwell Sports have a whole new team in Division One of the Leicester & District League with three players moving over from the Nottingham League to join James Morley.
Braintree League: Rayne fall in first match
Rayne A’s quest to wrest the Braintree Table Tennis League title from Liberal A got off to a less than encouraging start when they were beaten in their first match.
Clacton & District: Early marker for Brotherhood
The first week of the new Clacton & District League season saw an early clash in Division Three between last season’s two relegated sides, Brotherhood E and Walton D.
Crawley titles go for a Song!
Jiawang Song was the standout player at the Crawley Grand Prix, living up to his top seeding by winning both the Men's Singles and under-21 Men's Singles titles.
Drinkhall elected to athlete panel
Paul Drinkhall has been elected as a member of the ETTU Athletes Commission.
Rogove shows fight in Serbia
Millie Rogove went the furthest of four young English players in singles action at the Serbia Junior & Cadet Open.
European Championships live on BBC Sport
The final stages of the European Championships in Alicante are being shown live on the BBC Sport website today - here's where you can watch.
Daybell and Stacey take golden double
Kim Daybell, Ashley Facey Thompson and Josh Stacey won gold in the men’s class 10 team event at the Czech Open in Ostrava.
Boll ends Pitchford’s European dream
Top seed Timo Boll ended Liam Pitchford's hopes of a European Championships medal at the last 16 stage, beating the England No 1 4-2 in a high-class match.
Trio of golds for GB para stars
Commonwealth silver medallist Kim Daybell (men’s class 10) and two of the British Para Table Tennis Team’s teenage stars Megan Shackleton (women’s class 4) and Josh Stacey (men’s class 9) all took gold in their respective singles events at the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava.
Walker and Pitchford going strong
Sam Walker and his Danish partner Tobias Rasmussen have taken out the fifth seeds to storm into the last eight at the European Championships, and Liam Pitchford is into the singles last 16.
Pitchford and Ho fly flag in singles
Liam Pitchford and Tin-Tin Ho won their singles matches at the European Championships today to move into the last 32, while Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall, and Sam Walker, are into the last 16 of the doubles.
Drinkhall shock, but Ho and Walker are through
Sam Walker and Tin-Tin Ho are through to the main draw of the European Championships as group winners, but Paul Drinkhall and Maria Tsaptsinos' singles campaigns are over.
Governance Review update
The terms of reference have been published for the two Board sub-groups which are steering the latest phase of the Governance Review.
Inspiration Charlotte celebrates GB call
Pride of Table Tennis Awards winner Charlotte Binley is urging people to make nominations for this year's awards before the closing date next week - and is also celebrating a GB call-up.
England aces impress as Euros open
Paul Drinkhall, Sam Walker and Tin-Tin Ho all notched two singles victories out of two, while Maria Tsaptsinos beat an athlete ranked 145 places above her as the European Championships opened in Alicante today.
Crawley Grand Prix draw announced
Just under 200 players will ensure the first Grand Prix of the season at Crawley is a busy one.
Obituary: Derek Tremayne, former ETTA General Secretary
The former ETTA General Secretary and Vice-President, Derek Tremayne, passed away on Saturday, September 15, aged 88 years.
Jepson wins on home territory
Adam Jepson of Archway Peterborough Table Tennis Club won the second ‘Chip & Ping’ senior 1* open held at the TOP TABLE venue in Peterborough.
Obituary: Gordon Sanders, former National Councillor
Gordon Sanders, of Leicester, has died aged 79 after a long and brave struggle against cancer. He was the County Chairman of Leicestershire Table Tennis Association and a former National Councillor for Leicestershire.
Clacton & District: Kestrels head strong division
The 2018/19 season of the Clacton & District League began this week and, with a host of ex-top flight players now plying their trade in the second tier, Division Two looks to be the strongest and most unpredictable for many years.
Leicester & District: KP open with maximum
Division One of the Leicester League had three matches in the first week including a resounding 10-0 victory for Knighton Park first team against Electricity II.
Champions Urban open up with whitewash
There is a familiar feel at the top of Premier British League after the first round. Last year's top four all registered victories on the opening day.
Clubs named as National Cup hosts
Three clubs have been selected to host the trio of prestigious National Cup tournaments this season.
Wong on the podium in Croatia
Jasmin Wong claimed a silver medal at the Croatia Junior & Cadet Open.
Knight’s grandstand finish at Hunts 2*
The Hunts 2* Open finished with a spectacular display of attacking table tennis from Darius Knight against Niall Cameron.
Pitchford’s confidence boost ahead of Euros
Liam Pitchford says he has been working hard to continue his recent run of superb form when the European Championships get under way on Tuesday.
Urban make case for defence in new-look British League
The teams are in, the tables are set and the drama is ready to unfold. Premier British League kicks off this weekend. With it, there are new players, a new structure and more competition.
Ping Pong Fight Club takeover in Manchester!
Ping Pong Fight Club are staging their first ever public ‘Takeover’ event on September 26 at Gorilla, Manchester.
Downing lives up to billing
George Downing won the inaugural Archway Table Tennis Club ‘Midweek Medal’ edging out local favourite and Cambridgeshire county champion Adam Jepson in a pulsating and very close final.
Give your volunteers the ‘warm glow’ of a Pride award!
There is just a fortnight to go to nominate your Club or League’s local hero for a Pride of Table Tennis Award. Whatever contribution they make, there is no better way to thank the volunteers who put so much into helping people to enjoy our sport.
Drinkhall’s Mixed message is all positive
The European Championships kick off in Alicante next week – with half an eye already on the pathway to the Tokyo Olympics.
How you can help us get more young people playing!
Table Tennis England is planning a new initiative to get more young people to take up table tennis – and is asking clubs, leagues and coaches for their input.
Performance Club camp is a big hit
The first ever Performance Club camp was held at Ackworth School. The camp saw Ackworth, Bishop Auckland, Garstang, Nottingham Sycamore and Wensum TTC all send players for a three-day residential programme.
Braintree League: Liberal go for historic fourth
Liberal A will set out this week to become the first side for nearly 30 years to win the Braintree Table Tennis League for more than three times in succession.
Clacton & District: Panthers target magnificent seven
The 2018/19 season of the Clacton & District League begins next Monday, and the big question in Division One is “Can anyone stop Nomads Panthers?”
Tsaptsinos beaten by home favourite
Maria Tsaptsinos was the best English performer at the Luxembourg Open, reaching the last 16 where she was beaten by the host nation's top player.
New name, same game for communities
Table Tennis England is putting a new spin on their project designed to help organisations introduce table tennis into the community. Previously called Loop in... Continue reading
Leicester & District: Young Ones edge it
The summer competition organised by the Leicester & District League for the Elbow Tankard has been running for over 50 years and still provides some cracking battles based as it is on the local grading system with players handicapped accordingly.
National Cadet and Junior Leagues
There is still time for your club, league or school to enter teams into the National Cadet & Junior Leagues with closing dates in mid... Continue reading
Pride of Table Tennis Spotlight: Roger Chipperfield
As we enter the last month of the nomination period for this year’s Pride of Table Tennis awards, we put the spotlight on one of last year’s winners - Coach of the Year Roger Chipperfield.
Extra dates added to develop female action plan
Two more dates have been added to let table tennis supporters share their thoughts on a strategy to grow the number of women and girls in our sport - one in London and one in Corby.
UKCC Level 1 Course, Garstang, Lancs – 30 Sept, 18 Nov
Ever thought about becoming a Table Tennis Coach? Now you can, there are still a few places left on the UKCC Level 1 Table Tennis... Continue reading
Entries open for Preston Grand Prix
Entries are now open for the Preston Grand Prix at University of Central Lancashire on November 3rd and 4th.
Believe That documentary now available online
A documentary following the journey of three table tennis players as they prepare to represent England at the European Down’s Syndrome Championships is now available to watch online for free.
BBC documentary exploring sport’s history aired
Planet Ping Pong - a BBC documentary detailing the history of the sport - is available to watch on iPlayer throughout September.
Liam hits rankings high
Liam Pitchford has leapt to a career high world ranking of 31 after his recent run of superb performances on the ITTF World Tour.
Don’t miss out on your Crawley place
There's still time to take your place alongside Commonwealth Games medallist David McBeath at the Crawley Grand Prix.
Time to honour volunteers who do us proud!
The deadline for nominating your unsung heroes for a Pride of Table Tennis Award is approaching - so if you know a volunteer who deserves further recognition, now is the time to put their name forward!
PG Mutual Nationals to return to Nottingham
The PG Mutual National Championships are returning to the University of Nottingham for the 2018/19 season.
9-13 and Hopes Squad named
A total of 33 up-and-coming young players have been named in Table Tennis England’s expanded 9-13 and Hopes Squad.
Walker leads England squad for away tie
Sam Walker will lead England’s team for their European Championships Stage 1 match away to Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Chelmsford & District: Top division beefed up
Eagle eyed observers will already have noted that the 2018/19 Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League includes a significantly revamped first division.
Leicester & District: Abbots shut down Electric
The two semi-finals in the Leicester & District League’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard were won in contrasting styles with one a relatively easy success while the other could not have been much closer.
Green leads Leopards’ efforts
Connor Green was the best performing England youngster at the Euro Mini Championships in Schiltigheim, France.
Liam falls in semi after taking Ovtcharov scalp
Liam Pitchford was knocked out in the semi-finals of the Czech Open after continuing his momentous year by taking out Dimitrij Ovtcharov in the quarter-finals.
Stirring Pitchford comeback sets up Ovtcharov tie
Liam Pitchford earned a quarter-final crack at top seed Dimitrij Ovtcharov with a 4-3 victory over Zhang Yudong at the Czech Open.
Be TT: Horsham partnership bearing fruit
One of the largest Year 1 Be TT projects is based in the South East, made up of various different partners, all working together under the name of Horsham District Community Table Tennis Partnership Group.
Help us to shape female action plan
Female members of the table tennis family and others who are passionate about engaging women and girls in sport are being asked to help plan a future strategy.
Pitchford sinks seeded Swede
Liam Pitchford has notched yet another victory over a higher-ranked opponent on his way to reaching the last 16 of the Czech Open.
Still time to enter Crawley Grand Prix
Entries for the Crawley Grand Prix are coming in steadily, and there is still time to ensure you are in the field.
Pitchford Czechs in to main draw
Liam Pitchford is into the main draw at the Czech Open following two Men's Singles victories today.
Don’t miss out on coaching courses
Now is the time to book your place on the upcoming Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching Courses, with Table Tennis England taking bookings for eight Level 1 courses and six Level 2 courses across the country.
Britannia blaze a trail on #TableTennisDay
National #TableTennisDay was the spur for one club to build a relationship with their local council - leading to new opportunities for table tennis players in the area.
Funding helps Satellite Clubs get lift-off
A total of 20 clubs have been awarded funding by Table Tennis England as part of the Satellite Club initiative to create new opportunities in the sport.
Pitchford and Walker through
Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker are left to fly the flag for England Leopards after the first day of the Czech Open in Olomouc.
Liam chopped down by Ma Te
Liam Pitchford's run at the Bulgaria Open was ended in the last 16 by Chinese defender Ma Te today.
Sensational Pitchford defeats Ma Long!
Liam Pitchford notched surely one of the greatest wins in the history of English table tennis, defeating China's world and Olympic champion Ma Long 4-3 at the Bulgaria Open today.
New format league to launch
Sanford Table Tennis Club are blazing a trail with a new league open to all ages and abilities.
Waterside hosts para camp and competition
Para players can tap into GB coach Shaun Marples' knowledge as Waterside TTC hosts a training camp and BPTT Grand Prix double-header.
Book your place at Club and Volunteer Conference
It’s time to book your place at a fantastic networking and development opportunity - our Club and Volunteer Conference.
Liam and Paul land plum draws in Bulgaria
Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall have landed exciting draws in the last 32 of the Bulgaria Open.
Chance for clubs to test mettle in Europe
English clubs which fancy testing themselves on the international stage still have time to enter the TT-InterCup.
Topspin to supply balls for flagship events
Topspin Sports have been named as the official ball supplier for Table Tennis England’s blue riband events for the 2018/19 season.
Head Coach Award open for applications
There are just two weeks left to apply for this year’s Level 3 Head Coach Award in table tennis, which will begin in November.
Top English duo sail through
Golden duo Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall picked up their doubles partnership where they left off to sail through the first round at the Bulgaria Open today.
Paralympic table tennis heroes appear in BBC film
Members of the British Para Table Tennis squad have been encouraging people to take up the sport in an online film for BBC Get Inspired.
Club Affiliation open for 2018-19 season
Club Affiliation for the 2018-19 season has now opened and it’s easier and more beneficial than ever to become part of our family.
Pitch in good shape as trio begin Tour season
Liam Pitchford, Paul Drinkhall and David McBeath begin their seasonal ITTF World Tour campaigns in the group stage of the Bulgaria Open, starting in Panagyurishte tomorrow.
Leicester & District: Teams Elbow their way into semis
All matches in the Leicester & District summer competition for the Elbow Tankard have been completed, except one in Group C and it looks as though this will not be played as no date has been offered. Luckily, the result would not have made any difference to the outcome.
Walker goes out to Romanian
Sam Walker went out in the last 32 as he became the first England player to taste international action this season at the Nigeria Open.
Blog: Living and training in China
Jonathan Phillips, who played at the Omega club in Reading in the 80s, has returned to table tennis in recent months - while living and working in China. This is his blog about the experience.
Businesses limber up for Ping Pong Fight Club
The spectacular Ping Pong Fight Club is on its way to Manchester, and Table Tennis England members can get an exclusive 10% discount on entry for their companies.
Holiday visit leads to ‘competitive friendship’
A holiday visit to a table tennis club sowed the seeds for a friendly match which could turn into a lasting relationship.
Parlours offer clubs and leagues room for growth
The Ping Pong Parlour craze is really taking off – and clubs and leagues can benefit from getting involved.
Des Serves up praise for venue
Table tennis legend Desmond Douglas has given his seal of approval to Birmingham’s new ping pong hotspot SERVE.
Deadline nears to have your say on funding
Members of the table tennis family have until August 19th to lobby for a change in the way elite sport is funded in the UK.
Places still available at Hereford 2*
Only a few places remain for the Hereford 2 star Vets and Senior competition next weekend (August 11-12), and the entry deadline has been extended until Thursday.
Leicester & District: Abbots get unexpected help
The first team to top one of the groups in the Leicester & District League’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard came by way of a comedy of errors default in Group A when Jurassic Park could not get into their premises to entertain Abbots All Stars.
Clacton & District: Numbers hold steady
There will be 34 teams competing in the 2018/19 season of the Clacton & District League, the same number as last season.
Governance Review: Phase 2 to get under way
The next phase of Table Tennis England’s Governance Review is to implement the Independent Review Panel’s (IRP) recommendations.
Grand Prix venues announced
The venues have been announced for the new-look Grand Prix Series 2018/19 – and the cost to enter events will be cheaper for around 95% of players.
New website launched to help officials
Table tennis officials now have a one-stop platform where they can keep their career records up to date, find out about additional qualifications and let us know which competitions they are officiating at.
Projects approved for Be TT funding
More than 40 projects have been approved for funding under Year 2 of the Be TT programme which supports clubs and leagues.
Team World Cup leaves lasting legacy
The legacy project from the ITTF Team World Cup has successfully encouraged players and teachers at London schools to get into table tennis.
Obituary: Micky Thornhill, England international
Michael Thornhill, a former England international who was a founder member of the Swaythling Club International, has died at the age of 87.
New Oxford league is first-class success
A new flexible format table tennis league is under way in Oxford, with a fantastic turnout of 35 players in week one.
Wales to host European Veterans’ event
Wales have won the right to host the European Veterans' Championships in 2021, with around 3,000 players set to compete for the titles in Cardiff.
Leicester & District League growing in numbers
The Leicester & District League have picked up five teams, a net increase of three which means five full divisions of 12 teams.
Cheshire Cadet and Junior county trials date
The Cheshire 2018-19 County Junior/Cadet Trials will be held at Halton Regional Table Tennis Centre, Stobart Stadium Halton, Widnes WA8 7DZ on Sunday 16th September 2018.
Applications open for youngest England squad
Applications are now open for the England Hopes and 9-13 Programme for 2018/19.
Hat-trick for Green at umpires’ tournament
The AETTU Annual Umpires’ Table Tennis Tournament and AGM was held at the Draycott Table Tennis Centre, Derbyshire last weekend.
Could you be our new VBL organiser?
Could you be the person to organise one of the biggest competitions on the table tennis calendar?
Refugee match brings communities together
On Saturday 14th July at the impressive community-owned Anfield Sports and Community Centre, two squads of table tennis players mingled for a tournament with a difference.
Dominant Chelmsford win summer league
With 25 points out of 30 Chelmsford A have been the dominant team in the first division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League.
Liam’s a good Samaritan
Liam Pitchford has added his voice to efforts to get people opening up about mental health to try to end the stigma surrounding it.
Applications open for revamped England Youth Squad
The deadline for applications for the England Youth Squad, which has undergone an overhaul ahead of the 2018/19 season, is August 7.
Maria has Star quality!
Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Maria Tsaptsinos had an extra present to mark her 21st birthday when she was named TASS Star of the Year.
Payet knocks seed for six!
Denise Payet beat the sixth seed to reach the last 32 of the Junior Girls' Singles at the European Youth Championships, but exited at that stage in both singles and doubles to end England's involvement.
Payet earns crack at No 6 seed at Europeans
Denise Payet is through to the last 64 of the Junior Girls' Singles at the European Youth Championships, but Charlotte Bardsley is out despite a good display against the No 23 seed.
It’s time to renew your membership!
The new membership year is upon us, meaning it is time for players to renew their memberships and licences for the 2018/19 season.
Obituary: Colin Dyke, Kingfisher’s guiding light
Colin Dyke, who co-founded the Kingfisher club in Reading and helped to build the club’s new centre from ground level, has died at the age of 82
Short is beautiful as new league is a success
A short-format summer league has been hailed a success in keeping people playing out of season. East Lancashire Table Tennis League set up the short-format... Continue reading
England end in 18th after play-off defeat
England's three teams finished with defeats at the European Championships in Romania as the positional play-off matches came to an end.
#TableTennisDay is a trend-setter
From trending on Twitter to TV and radio appearances, the fifth annual National #TableTennisDay engaged with millions.
Thanks for making our Day!
With hundreds of events involving countless thousands of people all over the country, the fifth annual #TableTennisDay was arguably the busiest yet.
Down’s athletes aiming to create a legacy
The GB Down's Syndrome team are ready to compete at the World Championships in Madeira - and now they want to help the next generation of athletes to follow in their footsteps.
England girls seal top-20 spot
England's Junior Girls are guaranteed a top-20 finish at the European Youth Championships following two wins in the second group stage in Romania.
Happy #TableTennisDay
It's National #TableTennisDay, with hundreds of events all over the country giving thousands of people the chance to pick up a bat and join the party.
Chelsmford A top class in Central Essex League
Chelmsford A have been the dominant team in this year’s Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League first division.
Chan’s victory puts England through
Ruby Chan kept her cool to steer England's Cadet Girls' team to a last-gasp victory over Greece to top their group at the European Youth Championships.
Obituary: John Freeman, ETTA Vice-President
Table Tennis England Vice-President John Freeman passed away in June at the age of 91.
Yippee for Yip!
The ninth and final Jarvis Sports Cadet/Junior 2 Star of the 2017-18 season, run by Horsham Spinners TTC and refereed by Rory Scott, took place on 8th July 2018 at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham.
Winning by Spinning in Horsham Summer League
A narrow victory for Horsham Spinners over bottom team Brighton was enough to secure the Horsham Spinners Summer Team League Division 1 title, as nearest challengers Foresters A narrowly lost their match to Pimplers.
Leicester & District: Flyers grounded by Park
World Cup football caused a little trouble with matches last week, although four were played in the end with Jurassic Park overcoming Fleckney Flyers 16-4 to maintain an interest in topping Group A having won three from four so far and others in the group behind in matches.
England notch four victories on day one of Euros
There was an unbeaten start for England on day one of the European Youth Championships in Romania today.
Mitchell much too good
37 players took part in the second Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament on 7th July in the Triangle Leisure Centre, Burgess Hill, in spite of an England football match that day.
Obituary: Vietnamese refugee who settled in England
Chu Van Que, the former world No 40 who made his home in England after arriving as a refugee from Vietnam, has died at the age of 73.
Multiple medals for Maric-Murray
Only 25 players entered what was supposed to be another Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star on 1st July, so for the second time in two weeks, for financial reasons, the tournament had to be moved to Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club’s coaching session venue in Slinfold School.
Spinners win on home territory
The Host club did enough to win the Horsham Spinners TTC Summer Team League Division 2 by a 11 massive points over runners-up Crawley Community.
Come and meet our Performance staff
Table Tennis England Performance Leadership Team will be holding a series of ‘roadshows’ during July as part of wider ongoing engagement plan.
We’re ramping up for #TableTennisDay feast!
The countdown to #TableTennisDay has entered its final week and excitement is building for the annual celebration of our sport.
European Championships squad announced
Five English athletes will compete at the European Championships in Alicante in September.
Obituary: Gill Smith, doyenne of British League
Gill Smith, a stalwart of the British League and a Table Tennis England Vice-President, has died at the age of 78.
Table tennis tournament for NHS anniversary
A national table tennis tournament is being organised for NHS staff to mark the health service’s 70th anniversary.
Leicester & District: Stars shine bright
Abbots All Stars are taking Group A of the Leicester & District League summer competition for the Elbow Tankard by storm, clocking up their third win from three matches when beating Jurassic Park, their nearest rivals, 14-6.
Counties look to the future with friendly match
While England’s footballers were tackling Sweden in the World Cup quarter-finals, it was Surrey and Sussex who kicked off an initiative involving their younger cadets from the age of just eight.
Barn-stormer at Horsham Spinners 2*
Only 16 players entered what was supposed to be a Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star on 16th June, therefore a decision was made to move the tournament to Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club’s new venue in Slinfold School on just two tables under 2 star conditions, rather than cancelling the tournament.
Rory registers repeat wins
22 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Chichester Veterans and Senior 2 Star tournament on 17th June at Six Villages Sports Centre in Westergate, near Chichester and it was refereed by Sue Hayes.
Vegas a good experience for para trio
Dan Bullen, Alex Bland and Ryan Henry did not win any medals at the PTT US Open in Las Vegas but the three young British Pathway Squad athletes gained valuable experience and all recorded some good wins over the three day tournament.
Obituary: Ken Marchant, 72 years of service
Ken Marchant, Northamptonshire’s long serving County Chairman, died on 1 July, just short of his 95th birthday.
Membership fees approved for 2018/19
Table Tennis England membership fees for 2018/19 have been approved at the AGM.
Grand Prix competition & prize money restructure announced
The Grand Prix series has undergone a restructure – with prize money now up for grabs in every category.
Two minute membership survey – we need your views!
Can you spare two minutes to fill in our membership survey and help us shape our future strategy?
Make the sport’s voice heard in elite sport consultation
Table Tennis England is asking its members to help make the sport’s voice heard in a consultation on the way elite sport is funded in the UK.
Annual General Meeting time changed
The time of this Saturday's AGM has been changed following a large number of requests from attendees.
Annual Conference and AGM this weekend
Table Tennis England’s Annual General Meeting and Conference takes place this Saturday (July 7) at Jurys Inn Hinckley Island Hotel, Hinckley.
No repeat title, but Liam is MVP again
Liam Pitchford’s Falcons were beaten in the final of the Ultimate Table Tennis league but the English No 1 was named the series’ Most Valuable Player for the second year running.
Annual Review published; your questions answered
The final version of the Table Tennis England Annual Review has been published, alongside the governing body’s responses to questions raised by our members.
Reed takes on selection role
Commonwealth Games medallist Danny Reed has been appointed as the Athlete Selection Adviser to Table Tennis England.
Evans and Strang share spoils
The second Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star of the 2017-18 season took place on 10th June at the Triangle Leisure Centre.
Pitchford’s Falcons into semi-finals
Liam Pitchford kept up his unbeaten record as his Falcons team made it into the semi-finals of the Ultimate Table Tennis League.
Tsaptsinos on TASS awards shortlist
Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Maria Tsaptsinos has been shortlisted for Star of the Year at the TASS Stars Awards.
Obituary: Michael Close, a lifetime of service
Table Tennis England Honorary Life Member Michael Close, who had a long and distinguished career in all areas of the sport, has died at the age of 89.
Smith smites his opponents
30 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill Veterans and Senior 2 Star Ratings tournament in the Triangle Leisure Centre, Burgess Hill.
Price is right on form again at Cippenham
The 20th running of the Cippenham Young Players’ Summer Festival, a 1-star open tournament for four age groups over two days, featured another fantastic display by Louis Price.
Valerio shows va-va-voom
The second London Academy 2 Star of the 2017-18 season saw a large entry of 66 players (101 entries).
The countdown is on – #TableTennisDay
With less than a month to go until #TableTennisDay, preparations are gaining pace all around the country as hundreds of clubs, schools and organisations get ready to pick up a bat on July 18th.
Liam helps keep Falcons flying
Liam Pitchford's 2-1 win over Tiago Apolonia helped his Falcons team to another victory in the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India.
Unbeaten Bennett leads England medal roll-call
England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland all claimed individual gold medals on the final day of the Butterfly Schools’ International Championships in Worcester.
Central Essex: Ogbebor a class above
Chelmsford A have taken a firm grip on the first division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League and with three wins from their three matches they look to be the team to beat.
Leicester & District: Young ones put spell on Wizards
KP Young Ones have taken Group B of the Leicester & District League’s summer competition by storm after defeating Ian’s Wizards, who they also defeated in the County Association’s 4-a-side team handicap recently.
England sweep up the golds
England swept the board at the Butterfly Schools' Invitation International Championships, winning all six of the team event golds and a host of minor medals too.
Hosts England off to flying start
England boys swept through every match 5-0, while England girls are also unbeaten after the first two rounds of matches at the Butterfly Schools International Championships.
Pitch keeps up his form
Liam Pitchford added to his list of impressive recent victories and avenged a Commonwealth Games defeat in the latest round of the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India.
‘Paving the way for women in ping pong’
Tennis England and Ping Pong Fight Club are ‘paving the way for women in ping pong’ with their new partnership aimed at increasing the number of women participating in the sport.
Draft Annual Review published
The draft version of the Table Tennis England Annual Review 2017/18 has been published and we are giving members and interested parties the opportunity to ask questions ahead of the Annual Conference on July 7.
Can you beat Liam in this trick-shot challenge?
Liam Pitchford took time out from the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India to have a go at this trick-shot challenge. Find out how he got on - and maybe try to do better yourself!
England hope Worcester will be source of medals
The home team will be aiming for multiple medals as England takes its turn to host the Butterfly Schools' Invitation International Championships in Worcester, starting on Friday night.
Olympian Sam makes pupils’ day
Sam Walker spread some Olympic stardust to inspire the next generation when he visited Laleham Gap School in Kent.
It’s good to talk – new product helps clubs & leagues
Table Tennis England has launched a new product, Bat & Chat aimed at helping clubs and leagues encourage over 55s to play table tennis.
Champions ready for international stage
Four newly crowned national champions are in the England squad for the Euro Mini Championships in Schiltigheim, France, in August.
Obituary: Len Hoffman, 68 years a coach
Len Hoffman, one of the great characters of London table tennis and who spent 68 consecutive years coaching the sport, has died at the age... Continue reading
Hard work pays off for champions
How does it feel to be a national champion? The youngest age group have been talking about their golden achievements at the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships.
Pitchford wins but Falcons are Smashed
Liam Pitchford won his match 2-1 but his Falcons team were thrashed 17-4 by Dabang Smashers in the latest tie in the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India.
Twins see double once again
The amazing Green twins continue to match each other title for title as they took matching Under-12 singles golds on day two of the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships.
Leicester & District: Monteiro shines
The Leicester & District League’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard, a three-a-side team handicap, attracted 12 teams split into three groups of four playing all-play-all home and away.
Poww-er play! Nationals double for Naphong
Naphong Boonyaprapa claimed double gold on a pulsating day of action at the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships.
Vets aim for Vegas victories
The gambling tables of the Las Vegas casinos might be the main attraction in the entertainment capital of the world, but it will the table tennis tables which will be the focus of the world's veteran players the next week.
First Grand Prix title for Akindiya
There was an extremely low entry of only 40 entrants for the Burgess Hill Grand Prix, by far the lowest entry ever in a Satellite Grand Prix in Sussex.
Double delight for Plymouth at ELCC finals
Plymouth celebrated a double triumph at the English Leagues Cup Competitions Finals - with Josh Millman on the winning side on both occasions.
Captain Pitchford leads Falcons to opening win
Liam Pitchford got off to a winning start in his second season in the Ultimate Table Tennis competition in India as his Falcons team got their title defence off to a good start.
Meet Table Tennis England on the road
There’s still time to book your place on a Table Tennis England roadshow where some of our senior figures are outlining future developments in the sport and updating clubs and leagues on how we are investing in them.
English officials join international ranks
English umpires Dave Evans, Kim Mudge and Lester Smith have passed their International Umpire Exams.
Downing streak as George goes unbeaten
Former England junior international George Downing (Bournemouth) won the Peterborough ‘chip & ping’ senior 1* ratings tournament held at TOP TABLE, Peterborough .
Clacton & District: Trophies awarded at AGM
Chairman Peter White reflected on a satisfactory year at the Clacton & District League’s Annual General Meeting held on 5th June at Clacton’s Brotherhood Hall.
Blog: How are England squads selected?
Ever wondered how England teams are selected for international events? Our FAQs reveal how players get to pull on the Three Leopards kit.
Tsaptsinos up for top student award
Commonwealth Games medallist Maria Tsaptsinos has been shortlisted as BUCS Sportswoman of the Year.
Trio celebrate back-to-back Jack Petchey titles
Maliha Baig, Patricia Ianau and James Smith all repeated their title triumphs from last year at the Jack Petchey Schools' Table Tennis Finals.
Your kit to create the perfect 2018 #TableTennisDay
With just six weeks until #TableTennisDay we've released our 2018 toolkit and are offering all those who take part the chance to win a visit from a Team England star!
Young stars preparing for Nationals test
Five champions from last year will be looking to taste glory again at the PG Mutual U10-U13 National Championships at the weekend.
Evie and Helen plan daredevil tribute to Tony
Table tennis stalwart Tony Chatwin’s daughter and granddaughter are raising money in his memory – by doing a skydive.
Central Essex League proves popular
The Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League has proved to be really popular this year with six divisions - a sizeable increase.
Braintree League: Invincible duo top averages
For the second year running, the leading players in divisions two and three of the Braintree Table Tennis League have gone through the season unbeaten.
Three medals for youthful para squad
The young, inexperienced squad of British Para Table Tennis Team Pathway and Development athletes secured three team medals on the final day of the PTT Spanish Open in Sant Cugat del Vallḗs, near Barcelona.
England squad named for Schools’ International
Four schools’ individual champions have been named in the England squad for the Butterfly Schools’ Invitation International championships.
What makes a great coach?
As part of Coaching Week, former England senior international and 11x National Champion, Dr Emma Vickers discusses what makes a great coach.
No joy for Tin-Tin in Japan
Tin-Tin Ho was knocked out at the first hurdle of the singles at the Japan Open, though she and partner Ma Wenting did reach the main draw of the doubles.
2018/19 playing membership fees proposed
The Board of Table Tennis England is proposing to the Annual General Meeting that our playing membership fees will rise for the 2018/19 season by £2 for adults and £1 for cadets and juniors.
It’s Volunteers’ Week – and we want to hear from you!
It’s Volunteers’ Week (1st-7th June) and we would like to say thank you to those that give up their time every week supporting the sport... Continue reading
Senior champs return to defend ELCC titles
Two champion teams return to defend their titles at the English Leagues Cup Competitions finals this weekend.
Pride of Table Tennis nominations now open
Do you know an unsung hero who goes the extra mile to make our sport great? Or perhaps your club or league have made huge strides this year and are deserving of recognition?
Exeter marks the spot for latest Conference
The latest in a series of Club and Volunteer Conferences took place on Saturday June 2 in the South West Region and included a presentation by Portishead TTC on their recent club development.
We’re giving coaches our Level best
Table Tennis England has today launched its updated Level 1 Session Coach course, aimed at making the course more modern and accessible.
ITTF director praises English projects
ITTF Foundation Director Leandro Olvech has hailed two English projects as examples to the rest of the world after his recent visit to the country.
Jakub climbs to top of ladder
Jakub Kurowski (Archway Peterborough TTC) won the inaugural Peterborough ‘bangers & smash’ junior 1* open table tennis championships held on Sunday 3rd June at Top Table, the club venue.
New volunteer programme invests in youth
Table Tennis England is launching a new volunteering initiative which will benefit clubs and young people across the country. The launch coincides with the UK-wide event, Volunteers' Week.
Apprentice scheme launched for clubs
Table Tennis England has launched a scheme to help young people take the first steps into a career in table tennis, and to help clubs recruit support staff at an affordable wage.
European Youth Championships squad named
Table Tennis England have named a 13-strong squad for the European Youth Championships in Romania next month.
Sign up to our Level 1 Umpires Course – 1, 22 July
If you want to enjoy table tennis from the best seat in the house, now is the time to enrol on one of our upcoming... Continue reading
Doran joins Le Fevre in retaining title
Chris Doran was confirmed as overall Grand Prix men's singles champion once again, ensuring both he and Karina Le Fevre retained the titles they won last season.
Braintree League: Reduced majority but Liberal still win
It was not quite the 45-point margin that gave them the title last time, but Liberal A stamped their authority on the Braintree Table Tennis League again this season and despite one surprise defeat - only their second in three seasons - they ended up comfortable winners of the title.
Chelmsford & District: Writtle edge cup thriller
The Division Two Knock-Out Cup final between the all-conquering Writtle Excalibur A (unbeaten in 18 League matches) and OCs A (who had not enjoyed the best of seasons in the League) produced a superb encounter,
Evans and Bolton top the Band standings
Callum Evans and Emily Bolton are the overall Band 1 Grand Prix champions, while Nomin Baasan and Masahiro Takano won twice on the day at the London Grand Prix in Redbridge.
Double champion Chotai
The first Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star of the 2017-18 season took place on 12th May 2018 at the Triangle Leisure Centre.
Pitchford bows out in thriller
Liam Pitchford exited the China Open in the last 16, but not before taking Koki Niwa all the way to 11-9 in the decider and saving EIGHT match points on the way.
Chelmsford & District: Bada provides the edge
Chelmsford A (Wale Bada, Ryan Gooday and Eddie Ogbebor) are the 2018 winners of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Open Knock Out Cup.
Table Tennis England teams up with Fight Club
Table Tennis England has teamed up with Ping Pong Fight Club to promote female participation in the sport.
Pitch powers past Calderano
Liam Pitchford powered into the last 16 of the China Open with a 4-1 victory over world No 11 Hugo Calderano today.
How we built the Team World Cup arena!
100 days ago, we moved into the Copper Box Arena for two weeks of competitions, starting with the ITTF Team World Cup. Check out this time-lapse video showing how the field of play took shape!
Pitchford turns it on in China
Liam Pitchford is into the main draw of the high-class China Open in Shenzhen, defeating two higher-ranked players in the preliminary rounds today.
London Grand Prix draw released
Find out the draw for the season-ending London Grand Prix as the battle for overall titles reaches a conclusion.
Urban clinch title in style
Urban TTC clinched the Premier Division title as they stylishly overcame their weekend double-header.
Hussain wins Cadet 6 Nations gold!
England's Amirul Hussain won the gold medal at the Cadet 6 Nations in Germany, with a silver for Ruby Chan and a bronze for Josh Weatherby.
Siraj and Patterson hit gold standard
No 1 seeds Shayan Siraj and Mollie Patterson both completed perfect records of nine wins from nine to take the Junior National Cup gold medals.
Braintree League: Netts gain to end season
After a disappointing time in the league, Netts D finished the season with a flourish as they landed the Braintree Table Tennis League handicap cup.
Siraj and Patterson unbeaten on day one
Top seeds Shayan Siraj and Mollie Patterson lived up to billing on day one of the Junior National Cup at Ellenborough TTC in Enfield.
England scoop two medals at 6 Nations
England took silver and bronze as the team competitions came to an end at the Cadet 6 Nations in Germany.
England girls in hunt for gold
England A girls are leading the way at the end of day one at the Cadet Six Nations tournament in Germany.
Urban prepare for all-or-nothing title weekend spectacular
Urban TTC kickstarts the biggest weekend in the club’s history as they look to secure the British League crown. The club take on Drumchapel and... Continue reading
New East Lancashire Summer League
A new shorter format summer pairs league has recently started at Hyndburn Table Tennis Centre, home of the East Lancashire Table Tennis League, supported through... Continue reading
Update for Referees and Tournament Organisers
The Tournament Approval Panel have realigned some of their responsibilities and would ask you to note the following changes.
Half-price coaching courses in London
If you live, coach or teach in east London and are thinking of getting on the coaching ladder, we have a great offer as part of our Team World Cup Legacy programme.
Trio’s journey becomes big screen adventure
Believe That, a documentary offering an intimate insight into the journey of three table tennis players with Down’s Syndrome, is set to premiere next month in Brighton.
A ‘Grand’ day out as Ping! launches in Nottingham
A gloriously sunny day brought throngs of people to the centre of Nottingham on Saturday, with an estimated one thousand taking to the table tennis... Continue reading
GDPR – Table Tennis England and TT365 joint statement
GDPR - A joint statement from Table Tennis England & Table Tennis 365 for the attention of Clubs and Leagues.
Pitchford edged out in Hong Kong
Liam Pitchford suffered an agonising final-game defeat at the Hong Kong Open.
Extra time to make your Be TT applications!
Applications have been extended to June 3 for clubs and leagues who want to be a part of Table Tennis England’s Be TT programme.
A great Danish performance by duo
Louis Price and Naphong Boonyaprapa were both on the podium twice at the Danish International tournament.
Obituary: Roy Stevens, Vice-President
Table Tennis England Vice-President and former Administrative Secretary Roy Stevens has died at the age of 86.
Special night for Nottingham TTA
Friday 11 May saw Nottingham Table Tennis Association celebrate its 75th Anniversary with a special presentation evening when Table Tennis England Chairman Sandra Deaton presented the trophies and awards.
Ormesby exert pressure on Urban in title race
Urban TTC will need to win their two matches this weekend to clinch the Premier British League title after Ormesby hammered Drumchapel 8-0. Tianming Zhao,... Continue reading
London calling for GP finale
Entries for the season-ending London Grand Prix close today - so don't miss out on your place!
Braintree League: Double delight for Liberal
Liberal A have become the first team for seven years to do the double in the Braintree Table Tennis League. They added the team knockout cup to the league title when they beat Netts C 5-2.
Good Evans! Callum and Mollie steal show
Mollie Patterson and Callum Evans both won the senior singles titles and the under-21 versions to make it a day of doubles at the Blackpool Grand Prix.
Ping! Blackpool – Volunteers Needed
Can you give some time to support PING! Blackpool as a PING! volunteer? PING! is coming back to Blackpool this summer! with 29 table tennis tables placed... Continue reading
Evans and Bolton take top bands in Blackpool
Cumbria's Emily Bolton and Callum Evans of Wales won the women's and men's Band 1 events on day one of the Blackpool Grand Prix.
Applications open for L3 coaching course
Applications are now open for the Level 3 Head Coach Award in table tennis.
Rory roars to victory
Only 15 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans and Senior 1 Star Ratings tournament at the new base of Horsham Spinners Table Tennis Club, Farlington School.
Ormesby and Fusion seek key victories
Ormesby wrap up their Premier British League campaign with the opportunity to exert huge pressure on Urban TTC in the race for the league title.... Continue reading
Inter Regional Finals – Great North West Result
Fantastic and epic weekend for Team North West at the Inter-Regional Finals at RAF Cosford, where they picked up a massive medal haul and came... Continue reading
Entries needed for short format league in Yorkshire
Clubs are invited to enter a new short format league which is being set up in Yorkshire.
No joy for Savill in Thailand
Luke Savill was knocked out in the group stage of the Thailand Open, following defeats by Chinese and South Korean opponents.
Helping clubs to increase female participation
Table Tennis England has published a Good Practice Guide on Increasing Female Participation as part of the Be TT programme supporting Clubs and Leagues.
Follow the Leopards’ lead for #TableTennisDay!
The England Leopards are urging everyone to get behind National #TableTennisDay, with the event just two months away.
Braintree League: Title win sparks Liberal party
After their hiccup the previous week, Liberal A wrapped up the Braintree Table Tennis League championship in style.
Brenda’s Pride as she receives top award
Super-volunteer Brenda Bailey has been presented with her Contribution to Table Tennis Award - find out how you can nominate your local heroes for this year's Pride of Table Tennis Awards!
Lancashire Closed Championships – 26/27 May 2018 (Ext CD)
Entry forms are now available for the Lancashire Closed Championships taking place at Garstang TTC, Garstang Community Academy on 26th and 27th May 2018 (Ext CD 21/5/18). The... Continue reading
Nottingham all set for the launch of Ping!
Ping! the national ping pong project which places free to play table tennis tables in popular public locations all over England launches its 9th annual... Continue reading
Young athletes get the Best news about funding
Seven rising stars of table tennis have received funding from Sport England's Backing The Best initiative.
Valiant Valerio vanquishes opposition
The first London Academy 2 Star of the season took place on 7th April in Edgware. There was a very large entry of 95 players. The day belonged to Valerio Bucci (Mi), who used home advantage to win both the Boys’ U15s and U18s events.
Can you fill vital County role?
The County Championships Committee are looking for a volunteer to take on the role of administrator of the Junior and Cadet divisions.
Get Active for Mental Well-being
For Mental Health Awareness Week (14-20 May) we’re putting the spotlight on how table tennis can be used as a powerful tool to improve people’s... Continue reading
Fusion & Cardiff set up nervy final weekend
The race to avoid relegation will go to the final weekend after Fusion and Cardiff picked up huge wins. Fusion defeated North Ayrshire 6-2 while... Continue reading
Clacton & District: League is 80 not out
It was somehow appropriate that 80 or so players, supporters and guests joined together to recognise 80 years of local League table tennis with a celebration buffet and dance.
Another title hat-trick for South West
South West added three more gold medals and the overall Tonge Trophy to an impressive haul at the Inter-Regional Finals.
Chan & Wong win bronze in Spain
Ruby Chan & Jasmin Wong sunk two higher-ranked pairs to reach the doubles semi-finals at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open.
South West pick up awesome foursome
South West won all three girls' competitions as well as the Under-11 Boys as the team champions were decided at the Inter-Regional Finals.
Chelmsford & District: Jackson cannot stop OCs
OCs A (Adam Yardley, Tanishq Kotwal and James Mitty) are the 2018 Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Junior Knock Out Cup champions.
Go West! Regions rack up final appearances
South West and North West were the most successful teams on the first day of the Inter-Regional Finals at RAF Cosford.
Para GB end with three medals
The British Para Table Tennis team ended the PTT Slovenian Open with three medals in the team events.
Semi-final defeat for England in Spain
Denise Payet and Megan Gidney combined with America's Amy Wang to reach the Junior Girls' Team semi-finals at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open and win a bronze medal.
Fusion aim for repeat win in survival fight
The picture at the bottom of Premier British League will be far clearer as two crucial fixtures take place this weekend.
Halton Table Tennis League Championships
In the presence of the Mayor and Mayoress of Halton, Councillor Alan Lowe and Councillor Joan Lowe, the finals night took place at Halton TT Centre, Select Security Stadium, Widnes.
Brits in medal shake-up
The British Para Table Tennis Team is assured of at least two medals in the team events at the PTT Slovenian Open in Lasko.
Get on board for Grand Prix finale
Entries for the London Grand Prix are open for another week, while the draw for the Blackpool event on May 19 and 20 has been published.
Sue and Ashley are silver stars
World silver medallist Sue Gilroy (women’s class 4-5) and the improving Ashley Facey Thompson (men’s class 9) were the stars for the British Para Table Tennis Team at the PTT Slovenian Open today, taking silver in their respective singles events.
Club apprenticeship is big chance for young coaches
Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club is looking to recruit a Primary and Community Table Tennis Coach.
Payet run ended by No 2 seed in Spain
Denise Payet dug deep to reach the last 16 at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open, before being beaten by the second seed.
Savings with Volvo for Table Tennis England members
Table Tennis England have teamed up with Volvo to offer members exclusive savings on new cars from across the range.
Wilson leads hunt for medals
Thirteen British players including Paralympic champion Will Bayley (men’s class 7) and Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson (men’s class 8) are through to the knockout stages at the PTT Slovenian Open in Lasko.
McRae banks a Bishop Auckland double
The 15th Bishop Auckland Bribar 2* over the Bank Holiday weekend saw Callum McRae come away with a double win; both the Cadets and the Junior Boys events.
Governance Review interim report released – have your say
The Independent Review Panel (IRP) has produced an interim report into the Governance of table tennis in England. Members can now have their say and attend a Governance Update Roadshow.
Tin-Tin’s in the top 100!
Tin-Tin Ho has cemented her position as England No 1 by breaking into the top 100 in the world, while Denise Payet is up by more than 300 places.
Braintree League: Rayne aiming to reign in cups
Rayne E have made it through to two cup finals in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Panthers’ historic double
Nomads Panthers capped their superlative Clacton & District League season this week by adding the Handicap Knock-Out Cup to their Division One title, becoming only the seventh team in League history to achieve the ‘Double’, and only the second side to accomplish it in the last 30 years.
Lewandowski and Collier win Nottingham singles
There were a host of close-run finals in two memorable days of competition at the Nottingham Grand Prix, with Evie Collier and Tomasz Lewandowski taking the top singles prizes.
England fall to surprise defeat in Serbia
England suffered a surprise 3-0 defeat away to Serbia in their European Championships Team Stage 1 tie last night.
Six podium finishes for Para GB in Slovakia
British athletes won six medals in the team events on the final day of the PTT Slovakia Open in Bratislava.
England squad react to Worlds performance
No medal this time, but we've proved again we're among the best in the world - that is the message from the three players who took England to a World Team Championships quarter-final.
Ashley’s silver leads GB medal haul
Ashley Facey Thompson took silver in the men’s class 9 singles at the PTT Slovakia Open in Bratislava and there were bronze medals for Sue Gilroy (women’s class 4-5), Jack Hunter-Spivey (men’s class 5), Aaron McKibbin (men’s class 8) and Commonwealth bronze medallist Josh Stacey (men’s class 9).
Hosts Sweden end England medal hopes
There is to be no repeat of England’s bronze medal heroics from two years ago after they were beaten 3-0 by hosts Sweden in the World Team Championships quarter-finals.
England women end with Cuba loss
England women finished their World Team Championships campaign with a 3-2 defeat by Cuba, to end in the 40th-44th position bracket.
Meet Halmoo – and the English Cadet who named it
The World Team Championships has its own mascot - Halmoo - and the character owes its name to English Cadet player Peter Smallcombe.
Ping Pong Parlour up for a Purple Apple!
The Castle Mall Ping Pong Parlour in Norwich is up for a prestigious shopping centre industry award. Considered the BAFTA’s of the industry, The Purple... Continue reading
Amazing scenes as two Koreas team up
North Korea and South Korea will compete as a unified team at the ITTF World Team Championships semi-finals in Sweden.
Defeat of Belgium puts England into quarters
England Men are safely through to the quarter-finals of the World Team Championships as group winners after beating Belgium 3-1, while England Women lost to Serbia to finish fourth in their group.
GB Para squads ready for big fortnight
The next two weeks are an important period for the British Para Table Tennis Team and its preparation for the World Championships later this year, with the PTT Slovakia Open in Bratislava (May 3-6) followed by the 15th Slovenian Open in Lasko (May 9-12).
England book knockout place
England men confirmed a knockout place and the women defeated the top side in their group but lost to Canada, as the Leopards' World Team Championships campaign continued.
Nationals qualifying tournament plan revealed
All players will have the opportunity to compete at next year’s PG Mutual Senior National Championships, with a new qualifying tournament set to be played in early 2019.
Sensational! Now Japan fall to England
England took another huge step forward on the world stage tonight with a sensational victory over Japan at the World Team Championships.
Chelmsford & District: Maldon’s cup triumph
Maldon are the 2018 winners of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Ladies Knock Out Cup Final. Their team of Dawn Baldry, Kelly Yuenyongpknan and Shirley Carroll ran out 5-2 winners against Chelmsford.
Clacton & District: Lynx rise to challenge
Liam Harris, Dave Harris and Cameron Cini of Nomads Lynx are the winners of the first-ever Division Three Handicap Challenge. In the final, held last week at Windsor’s St James Hall venue, they defeated Brotherhood G 5-3.
Braintree League: Will Liberal be ‘Rayned’ in?
Rayne A have refused to let champions Liberal A get away as they approach the final stages of their fight for the Braintree Table Tennis League championship.
Superb England topple Taipei
England men turned in another superb performance at the World Team Championships as they defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 - and the women's team beat Switzerland 3-2.
Wizards are Bowled over by Young Ones
The four-a-side handicap competition organised by the Leicestershire County Association for the Rose Johnson Challenge Bowl has been running for much longer than any of the current players have been playing in the Leicester League, the only league in the county who actually enter teams these days.
Clark and Bardsley top the class of 2018
Joe Clark won both the boys' singles and doubles titles and Charlotte Bardsley the girls' singles at the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior National Championships in Wolverhampton.
England begin with victories at World Team Championships
England men and women both had 3-0 wins in the first round of the group matches at the Team World Championships in Sweden.
London Academy NJL final standings
Final tables and averages following Day 4 of the National Junior League at London Academy.
We’re in good shape for Worlds, say England
England’s World Team Championships campaigns get under way in Sweden later today, and the men’s team have been talking about their chances of more success on the world stage.
Hussain and Wong strike gold at the double
Amirul Hussain and Jasmin Wong were double champions on day one of the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior National Championships.
Royal seal of approval for Greenhouse Centre
Prince William and Prince Harry made the opening of the new Greenhouse Centre a royal occasion last night.
Time to nominate your unsung heroes!
Our annual Pride of Table Tennis Awards, which honour people and organisations who impact positively on others through table tennis, are now open for nominations.
Nottingham Grand Prix draw published
The draw has taken place for the Nottingham Grand Prix, the sixth stop of the season on the main Grand Prix circuit.
Relive the ITTF Team World Cup in 360 degrees
The ITTF Team World Cup brought the world’s best table tennis to London - and now you can experience it for yourself in 360 degrees.
Siraj and Bardsley lead field for Nationals
Several new champions are set to be crowned at the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior National Championships this weekend.
Blackpool Grand Prix deadline extended
The entry deadline for the Blackpool Grand Prix has been extended until Sunday night. The two-day event on May 19-20 is the seventh and penultimate... Continue reading
Tin-Tin spearheads England win in Greece
Two victories for Tin-Tin Ho led England to a 3-1 victory in their European Championships Team Stage 1 match away to Greece last night.
Clacton & District: Lawford clinch title
As expected, Lawford took the necessary points from their last two matches to clinch the Division Two title of the Clacton & District League, leaving Nomads Tigers as 2017/18 runners-up.
Urban in box seat, but Reed keeps Ormesby alive
Urban took a huge stride towards securing the Premier British League title after picking up a home draw with Ormesby.
Samsonov awaits in first test for England
England begin their quest to repeat their 2016 World Team Championships bronze medals against Belarus on Sunday.
Braintree League: Davison is a real six-hit
Paul Davison joined the exalted ranks of six-time winners when he captured the men’s singles trophy with a dazzling display of power hitting at the Braintree Table Tennis League finals night.
Kelly Sibley announces England retirement
Kelly Sibley has announced her retirement from England international duty, just a few days after winning her second Commonwealth Games medal.
Wilson delight at ‘special’ Nationals victory
Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson followed up his gold on the Gold Coast by successfully defending his National titles in the Open Standing and Class 8 events at the British Para Table Tennis National Championships in Grantham this weekend.
Chan, Wong and Price shine in Belgium
Ruby Chan reached the singles quarter-finals and partnered Jasmin Wong to the same stage of the doubles, while Louis Price got to the last 16 at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open.
Hee, Hee, Hooray! Double win for brothers
Brothers Ben and Joseph Hee defended their titles and there was a title for birthday girl Patricia Ianau at the Butterfly School Individual Championships.
Cadets lead way in Belgium
Two England teams dug deep to qualify for the knockout stages at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open.
Commonwealth and Paralympic champions at Nationals
Newly crowned Commonwealth champion Ross Wilson and Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head a star-studded field for the 2018 British Para Table Tennis Championships taking place at the Meres Leisure Centre in Grantham this weekend.
Seeding marks brothers out as rivals at school finals
Two pairs of brothers are set to battle it out for honours at the Butterfly School Individual Championships in Wolverhampton on Saturday.
Home Secretary visits Hastings Academy Table Tennis Centre
Home Secretary, Amber Rudd, visited Hastings Academy Table Tennis Centre during an open practice evening.
Cadet & Junior Nationals draw released
The draw for the PG Mutual Cadet & Junior National Championships, which takes place later this month, has been released.
Tony Chatwin funeral details
The funeral of table tennis stalwart Tony Chatwin will take place at Markeaton Crematorium in Derby on Thursday May 10.
Save the date for National #TableTennisDay!
We're counting down to National #TableTennisDay on Wednesday July 18 and are calling on clubs, schools, workplaces and anyone else to join us to promote our sport!
Can you help Sport England’s clubs and volunteers survey?
Sport England is consulting with clubs across England to understand more about the volunteers who give their time to clubs and is asking as many people as possible to contribute to an online survey.
Clacton & District: Gracie’s historic performance
Gracie Edwards and Andy Warner took the major honours in the Clacton & District League’s 2018 Closed Championships held last weekend at the Clacton Coastal Academy Sports Hall, with Edwards picking up four trophies and Warner three.
Braintree League: Hayden, Beckles shine
Peter Hayden, predictably, and Antonio Beckles, totally unpredictably, were the stars of the preliminary rounds of the Braintree Table Tennis League annual individual events.
Chelmsford & District: Writtle rattle up 15th win
Division two champions Writtle Excalibur A completed their programme with a 6-4 victory over Danbury B, their 15th win of the season.
England stars’ Commonwealth reaction
Team England are on their way back from the Commonwealth Games with two gold, two silver and two bronze medals from the table tennis tournament. Here's what the 11 athletes have to say about their achievements.
Don’t miss out on Nottingham Grand Prix!
There are just a couple of days left to enter the Nottingham Grand Prix, the sixth main stop on this season's circuit.
Leicester & District: KP win cup thriller
The Leicester & District League’s cup competition finals threw up some exciting matches with two of them needing all nine sets, while no-one was swamped as very often happens.
NCL: Spinners on top
Horsham Spinners were dominant on day 4 of the National Cadet League on home ground, winning 6-0 three times, 5-1 once & 4-2 once.
Silver for Liam and Tin-Tin; Sam misses out
England’s Commonwealth Games campaign finished with two defeats in Australia today, as Liam Pitchford & Tin-Tin Ho had to settle for mixed doubles silver and Sam Walker missed out on singles bronze.
It’s GOLD for Liam and Paul!
Paul Drinkhall & Liam Pitchford are the Commonwealth Games men’s doubles champions.
Gold for Wilson; Pitchford & Ho reach final!
Ross Wilson is Commonwealth Games champion, while Liam Pitchford and Tin-Tin Ho are into the mixed doubles gold medal match - but it's bronze at best for Sam Walker in the singles.
Walker marches into last four; Liam and Paul go for gold!
Sam Walker is into the semi-finals of the men's singles, while Liam Pitchford & Paul Drinkhall will go for gold in the men's doubles final and there is an all-England clash in the men's para gold medal match.
Teams ready for British league summit meeting
British Premier League's table-topping sides are set to lock horns in a match that will almost certainly decide the outcome of this year's competition.
English athletes remain in medal contention
Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker led the English singles efforts by booking quarter-final places at the Commonwealth Games today, while three para athletes are into their semi-finals.
Fifth place is highlight in Malta
England ended the team competitions at the World Schools' Championships in Malta with some positive performances, with only the boys' national select team losing any games on day three.
Blackpool Grand Prix 19/20 May – Entry Open
Entries are now open for the Blackpool Grand Prix taking place on 19/20 May at Blackpool Sports Centre in the heart of Blackpool’s Stanley Park... Continue reading
Pitchford avenges Abiodun loss
Liam Pitchford exacted revenge on Nigeria’s Bode Abiodun as England enjoyed a great day at the Commonwealth Games in Australia.
English pair exit in Croatia
Tom Jarvis just missed out on a place in the main draw at the Croatia Open, while Sam Mabey also went out.
How Be TT is making a difference to clubs and leagues
Last week Table Tennis England announced that expressions of interest will soon reopen for the next round of BeTT projects. Ahead of this, we would like to share with you some examples of the great work that is currently ongoing as part of the project.
Satellite Club applications to open soon
Between 2013 and 2017, Table Tennis England funded 159 new satellite clubs attracting more than 9,000 young people to their sessions.
BAT’s work reaches wider audience
The pioneering work of Bounce Alzheimer's Therapy (BAT) to help those living with dementia through table tennis has been featured by a website for older people.
Club Conference comes to Exeter
It’s time to book your club’s place at a fantastic networking and development opportunity.
England give China a fright at World Schools
England had a better day at the World Schools’ Championships in Malta, but one not without disappointments and a lot of very near misses.
Obituary: Tony Chatwin, a ‘rock’ of table tennis
Tony Chatwin, one of the longest-serving and most dedicated servants of table tennis in England, has died at the age of 84 after a long illness.
Payet starts with two wins
Denise Payet picked up two wins as she made her Commonwealth Games debut in Australia today, and there were also victories for three English para athletes.
Difficult start for England at World Schools
It was a tough first day for England at the World Schools’ Table Tennis Championships in Malta, losing all their matches despite some noteworthy individual performances.
Payet and para athletes set for Games action
After the drama of the Commonwealth Games team events, attention turns to the individual competitions on Tuesday, while the para athletes have their first taste of action.
Brilliant England bounce back with bronze
It was secondary mission accomplished for England as they put their semi-final disappointment behind them to make sure they will bring back a team medal from Australia.
Young England strike double gold
England dropped only three matches as they dominated the British Primary Schools' International Championships in Scotland over the weekend.
Clacton & District: Six of the best for Panthers
Congratulations go to Nomads Panthers and Brotherhood G who this week have been confirmed as champions of their respective Divisions in the Clacton & District League, with three weeks of the season still remaining.
Braintree League: Top two ready for another classic
Brandon Crouchman and Paul Davison, who had a memorable battle in last season’s semi-final, are scheduled to provide the climax to this year’s individual championships in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Patel picks up a title double
The Leicester Closed Championships were held over three days at Knighton Park with one player in particular doing well in all events entered.
England stunned by Nigeria in semi
England’s gold medal dream was shattered by Nigeria in a dramatic semi-final at the Commonwealth Games today.
England take bronze in Aussie thriller!
England have their first medal of the Commonwealth Games after sinking hosts Australia 3-1 in a brilliant, mesmerising clash to take bronze in the women’s team.
England to go for bronze after India defeat
England will have to silence the home crowd and beat Australia if they are to win bronze in the women’s team event at the Commonwealth Games.
England sink Irish to sweep into semi-finals
England saw off Northern Ireland with relatively few alarms to move into the semi-finals of the men’s team competition at the Commonwealth Games this morning.
Ho double puts England into semis
Two wins for Tin-Tin Ho helped see off Canada and put England into a Commonwealth Games semi-final against India.
England discover next opponents
England will face Canada in the quarter-finals of the women’s team event at the Commonwealth Games, while the men’s next opponents will be Northern Ireland.
Steve Welch funeral details
The funeral service for Steve Welch, one of England's most respected officials of recent years, will take place in Hull later this month.
Take part in World Table Tennis Day
To mark World Table Tennis Day on Friday, we're challenging you to successfully complete the Around the Bottle Challenge for your chance to win signed goodies.
Countdown to next phase of Be TT
Clubs and leagues will soon have the chance to sign up to the next phase of Be TT.
England begin with victories in Gold Coast
England's men and women are both safely through the Commonwealth Games team group stage with unblemished records.
Book your place at upcoming Grand Prix events
The Grand Prix series is almost in the home stretch, with three main events left for players to rack up points in their pursuit of the various titles.
Obituary: Carol Beames, respected administrator
On Saturday, 31st March Table Tennis England lost one of its most respected administrators when Carol Beames, recently of Devon, but with a long association with Brighton and Sussex, passed away.
We’re ready to go for gold – Drinkhall
Listen to interviews with the England team as they enter their final preparations for the Commonwealth Games table tennis tournament tomorrow.
England handed Guyana double at Commonwealths
England men and women have both been drawn against Guyana in the first stage of the Commonwealth Games team event in Australia.
Braintree League: Week of surprises
It was a week for the underdog in the Braintree Table Tennis League, a week when wins in various matches came from unexpected quarters.
Chelmsford & District: Maldon remain top dogs
Maldon A have retained their title in the first division title of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. They achieved the feat in style by notching up their 12th and 13th wins of the season.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood battle on
Brotherhood E may be languishing in the relegation places in Division Two of the Clacton & District League but there’s no doubt their battling qualities as they showed this week with a 6-4 victory over Nomads Jaguars.
Leicester & District: Down to the wire for Abbots
All but one of the promotion and relegation issues through the various divisions of the Leicester & District League have been resolved, and that is the remaining relegation spot in Division One where Abbots Road made a spirited effort against champions, Unicorn, before going down 6-4.
Obituary: Steve Welch, renowned official
It is with great sadness that we learnt of the death on Saturday of Steve Welch. Steve was one of the foremost officials in recent times and his list of appointments is long and impressive.
Doran and Hicks take Jersey honours
Chris Doran and Hannah Hicks took the top titles at the Jersey Grand Prix on a day which started with a minute’s silence being observed in memory of Steve Welch.
Ping Pong Parlour – Challenge the Champion
On the 10th March Liverpool’s very first Ping Pong Parlour opened in St Johns shopping precinct it has been very popular with passing shoppers dropping... Continue reading
Home success at Jersey Grand Prix
There was plenty of home success at the Jersey Grand Prix over the Easter weekend.
China test for England schools teams
England will face a double challenge from China at the World Schools’ Table Tennis Championships in Malta next month.
Paul and Sam aim to sweep up more medals
It’s arguably the iconic image of England’s Commonwealth Games table tennis history – the momentous 1-2-3 in the mixed doubles at Glasgow 2014.
Para recruitment at upcoming Grand Prix events
Players who believe they could be part of the British Para Table Tennis set-up will have the chance to find out more at two upcoming Grand Prix events.
Pitchford to make India return
Liam Pitchford is heading back to the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India for a second season, having been drafted again by the Falcons team.
Academy youngsters Reach for the top!
Reach Table Tennis Academy have enjoyed some eye-catching successes during their first year of competition.
Kelly and Tin-Tin spurred by medal memories
England’s leading two female players will channel positive memories of Glasgow 2014 as they aim for more Commonwealth Games glory.
Weald on top at NJL London Academy
Weald won Division 1 for a second time, although by a greater margin of four points this time. Graham Spicer, promoted from Division 2 on Day 2 outdid themselves, by being runners-up in Division 1 on Day 3.
Are you watching, Matthew Syed?
Spectators at the Bristol & District Table Tennis Association’s 11th closed Hard Bat event on Saturday 24 March, in which only the identical bats provided on the day were allowed to be used, could be forgiven for thinking that they were watching defensive play akin to the likes of Matthew Syed in his heyday - or better!
Team England draw on Scandinavian skills
The Commonwealth Games may not have a massive following in Scandinavia, but two coaches from that part of the world are masterminding England’s quest for medals at Gold Coast.
Para trio ready to share spotlight
Kim Daybell, Felicity Pickard and Ross Wilson are cast in the role of trailblazers as para and able-bodied athletes stand together in Australia.
Top Gunn once again at Cippenham
Martin Gunn, by far the most successful player ever in open tournaments at Cippenham, maintained his winning ways with his 10th title.
Braintree League: Laws arrests Liberal title bid
Black Notley B and Felsted RBL C have won the second and third division titles in the Braintree Table Tennis League – without lifting a bat.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood close in on title
Brotherhood G took a decisive step in their quest for the Clacton & District League’s Division Three crown with a convincing 9-1 victory over title rivals Windsor Penguins.
Chelmsford & District: Jarvis bags a hat-trick
Second-placed Chelmsford B look like they are on their way to promotion to division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League - along with the division two leaders Writtle Excalibur A.
Leicester & District: Regent hopes rekindled
The second promotion position in Division Two of the Leicester & District League took a funny turn this week. Regent Sports, who had lost their final match to drop out of the running, so they thought, with slight sighs of relief suddenly find they are back in the frame after their two nearest rivals drew.
Debut-makers relish Games test
Excited, buzzing, ready to show what we are made of – the words used by the three able-bodied Commonwealth Games debutants in the Team England squad.
Award-winner Anaya featured on Sky Sports
Elite sports car driver Johnny Mowlem has found a new way to boost his training regime, thanks to young table tennis star Anaya Patel.
Hussain a knockout in Italy
Cadet Amirul Hussain and the England Junior Boys' team reached their respective main draws at the Italian Junior & Cadet Open in Lignano.
Pitchford’s Gold Coast gold quest
Kicking off our series of Commonwealth Games previews, we talk to Liam Pitchford about his Gold Coast aims, plus memories of Glasgow 2014.
Chairman’s Message – March 2018
Recently we have witnessed some electrifying table tennis on home soil as we took over the iconic Copper Box Arena on London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Ping! welcomes two new locations this summer
Ping! will grow again this year, as for the first time South Norfolk and Portsmouth welcome the tables offering even more people the chance to... Continue reading
Smith and Kwan advance in Italy
James Smith and Sam Kwan reached the main draw at the Italian Junior & Cadet Open in Lignano.
Jersey Grand Prix entry extended
The entry deadline to the Jersey Grand Prix has been extended until Thursday.
‘It’s a tough event’ – medallists on National Cup success
Find out what the medallists from the Cadet & Under-12 National Cup weekend think about their achievements.
Girl power at Norwich Junior Champs
The girls dominated the podium at the Norwich Table Tennis League’s Junior Championships, with Darcy Brewer, Ella Barnard and Eva Eccles taking home the lion’s share of silverware.
Braintree League: Rayne win topsy-turvy clash
A match in which the form book was about as much use as a London Underground map in the Arctic may have sealed one team’s fate while giving the other a slender thread of hope in division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Walton’s dynamic duo tip balance
It was the clash of the titans in this week’s match between Walton E and Lawford in Division Two of the Clacton & District League with four of the division’s top six players, all with averages over 90%, in action on the table.
Ormesby issue statement of intent with big win
Ormesby kept the pressure on Urban with an impressive 6-2 win over Drumchapel. The Cleveland side faced a daunting trip to Scotland to take on... Continue reading
Greens shoot to top; Hussain and Chan are champs too
Four National Cup champions have been crowned, with Amirul Hussain and Ruby Chan taking the Cadet honours and twins Connor and Anna Green the Under-12 titles.
Leicester & District: Relegation fight is tense
The one remaining relegation place in Division One of the Leicester & District League remains on a knife edge. With Syston Casuals already down three more remain vulnerable: Abbots Road, Desford Village and Unicorn II.
Gold at the double for Daybell
Kim Daybell confirmed his good form ahead of next month’s Commonwealth Games by combining with Ashley Facey Thompson and Josh Stacey to win gold in the men’s class 9-10 team event at the Lignano Master Open in Italy, to add to the gold he won in the singles.
Top seeds on course in National Cup
Five players remain unbeaten after the first day of the Cadet and Under-12 National Cup in Grantham.
Gold for Matthews and Daybell in Italy
Tom Matthews (men’s class 1) and Kim Daybell (men’s class 10) claimed gold in their respective singles events at the Lignano Master Open in Italy on a good day for the British Para Table Tennis Team.
Two titans go to war in latest British League action
Two of the league’s title hopefuls go head-to-head in a mouthwatering contest in this weekend’s British League action. Drumchapel and Ormesby are both a point... Continue reading
England out of Polish Open
England have been knocked out of the 2018 ITTF Challenge Polish Open.
Table tennis youngster hosts BBC radio show
Plymouth-based table tennis player Jamie Myska-Buddell has shared his love of the sport on CBeebies’ latest Sporting Superstars episode.
A qualified success for three in Poland
Tin-Tin Ho, Kelly Sibley and Maria Tsaptsinos have made it through to the knockout stages of the 2018 Polish Open.
Be TT – progress so far
Find out how the Be TT programme is helping clubs and leagues to deliver a better experience for players, coaches, volunteers and officials.
Team England at ITTF Polish Open today
Four England players are taking part in the ITTF Polish Open today in the city of Spala.
Chelmsford & District: Cole treble for Liberal
Liberal A beat the higher placed Danbury A 6-4 in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Le Fevre and Doran rule Cleveland
Serial winners Karina Le Fevre and Chris Doran were again the champions on day two of the Cleveland Grand Prix.
Braintree League: Victory at last for Black Notley H
After 16 consecutive defeats since the start of the season in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League, Black Notley H have at last experienced what it feels like to be on the winning side in a match.
Clacton & District: Nomads, Brotherhood dominate cup
Two teams from each of the Brotherhood and Nomads' Clubs have made it through to the last four of the Handicap Knock-Out Cup - and the semi-final draw has ensured that there will be one team from each club in the final.
Welcome to our latest Performance Club
The North West Regional Training Centre in Garstang is the latest Table Tennis England Performance Club.
Bayley leads a dazzling dozen to Italy
Paralympic champion Will Bayley heads a 12-strong squad from the British Para Table Tennis Team that will compete in the Lignano Master Open in Italy this week - the first international tournament of the 2018 season.
Leicester & District: Bateman on the brink
With one session still remaining Charlie Bateman has all but won the daytime monthly ladder league, now approaching its third year culmination and still going strong.
Holly gets Hold of two trophies at Cleveland!
Holly Holder was a double winner in the Banded events at the Cleveland Grand Prix on Saturday.
Boys make case for defence, but it’s all new for girls
All four boys' titles were won by the defending champions and all four girls' trophies were won by new teams at the Butterfly School Team Championships.
No last 16 spot for Jarvis in Minsk
Tom Jarvis was knocked out of the European Under-21 Championships in Minsk at the second group stage, following defeat to the top seed Tomas Polansky.
Don’t miss out on Inter-Regional qualifiers
The qualifying stage for this year’s Inter-Regional Championships is just around the corner, and there is still time to enter in some regions.
Rougham TTC donation helps African charity
Rougham Table Tennis Club have been helping disadvantaged youngsters in Kenya to fall in love with the sport.
Jarvis notches trio of wins at Euros
Tom Jarvis has won his group at the European Under-21 Championships in Belarus to advance to the second stage.
Duo’s dedication rewarded by royalty
Two dedicated table tennis volunteers have been honoured with a prestigious Torch Trophy Award, presented by the Duke of Gloucester.
Cleveland Grand Prix draw published
The draw for this weekend's Cleveland Grand Prix has been published.
Have your say on the ITTF
There are just three days left to take part in an ITTF survey looking to shape the global future of table tennis.
Three ready to mix it in Minsk
Three English competitors are taking on the best young players on the continent at the European Under-21 Championships in Belarus, which start tomorrow.
Schools aim for top-class performances
No fewer than five schools will be aiming to defend their titles at the Butterfly School Team Championships on Saturday.
England trio out of Qatar Open
Liam Pitchford, Sam Walker and Paul Drinkhall were all knocked out of the Qatar Open today when they suffered defeats in their second qualifying group matches.
‘Bulletproof’ Pitchford defeats rising Chinese star
Liam Pitchford put in another superb performance as he saved five match points on his way to victory over China’s Xue Fei at the Qatar... Continue reading
Milton Keynes League: Historic win for Kings
Premier Div Week 18 Round-Up Bottom side Greenleys Kings wait all season for a win and then 3 come along at once. This latest... Continue reading
Milton Keynes Closed: Mighty Matt takes crown again
The only past winner in the draw for the Championship Singles triumphed again as big hitting Matt Evans beat Alan Cherry in straight games in... Continue reading
St Neots and PPong take top VBL spots
Bribar St Neots Saints men and PPong ladies won the top divisions at the Veterans’ British League finale.
Pitchford is top of the shots!
Liam Pitchford leads the way in the official top 10 rallies from the ITTF Team World Cup.
Clacton & District: Cat gets the cream
Gary Cattermole notched up his 10th hat-trick of the season this week in Division One of the Clacton & District League.
Braintree League: Notley nearly there
It may have been their first failure to win in 14 matches, but Black Notley B’s draw with Liberal C means that the Braintree Table Tennis League second division trophy is almost certainly heading in their direction.
Chelmsford & District: Garson treble sinks Danbury
The bottom of the table action in division three of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League saw Hatfield Peverel C beat Danbury F 8-2 - a result that probably consigns Danbury F to relegation.
Boeing leave Airbus grounded to win corporate title
Aerospace company Factory of the Future AMRC lifted the Corporate Table Tennis title at the Copper Box Arena thanks to a 3-1 victory over Airbus DS.
Wiltshire Junior League a Great Success
Wiltshire County Table Tennis Association have started a Junior League with the first meeting attracting over twenty boys and girls. The first meeting took place... Continue reading
Pitchford and Ho are the champions!
Liam Pitchford won his fourth men’s singles title and Tin-Tin Ho completed a hat-trick of women’s singles crowns on the final day of the PG Mutual National Championships.
Leicester & District: Bolton catches the eye
It was a result at the back end of the week which caught the eye when Regent Sports entertained Division Two runaway leaders, Holwell Sports, the latter winning 7-3.
Pride of Table Tennis Winners Announced at Award Ceremony
The unsung heroes of table tennis were honoured at the Pride of Table Tennis Awards last night. Hosted by Table Tennis England, the annual awards... Continue reading
Drinkhall reign ended by McBeath
The reign of champion Paul Drinkhall was ended by England team-mate David McBeath at the PG Mutual National Championships today.
Bryant brilliance earns Pitchford tie
There were no major upsets but plenty of high-class matches on Day Two of the PG Mutual National Championships.
Relive England’s Team World Cup journey
Watch video highlights of England's journey at the ITTF Team World Cup.
PG Mutual Nationals: Full schedule
View the full schedule for the PG Mutual National Championships at the Copper Box Arena.
Weerasinghe and Ho take the titles
Helshan Weerasinghe won the Under-21 Men's Singles title at the fourth time of asking, while Tin-Tin Ho retained her Women's Singles title on day one of the PG Mutual National Championships.
PG Mutual Nationals draw revealed
Players heading to the PG Mutual National Championships have found out who they will be playing at the Copper Box Arena after the draw was made this morning.
PG Mutual National Championships is ON
Updated at 4pm, Wednesday February 28: The PG Mutual National Championships is ON but the weather conditions are to be kept under review by the event Jury.
Halton 1* results
There was success for the host club at the Halton 1* competition held on February 18.
Clacton & District: Newbould on fire
The force was with Paul Newbould this week, the Walton C skipper producing his best form of the season with an unbeaten three in his team's 6-4 victory against Windsor Hawks in Division One of the Clacton & District League, a result which should dispel any lingering relegation worries for the Walton side.
Braintree League: Pitt finds form
Hannah Pitt has not had an easy time in her second season in division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League, with only two wins in her first 23 sets.
Chelmsford & District: Seddon gives Rawreth edge
Reece Seddon was on top form for Rawreth in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. His hat-trick enabled Rawreth A to beat Chelmsford A 8-2.
PG Mutual Nationals draw news
The draw for the Under-21 events at the PG Mutual National Championships has been released - and the rest of the competitions will be drawn at 11am on Thursday.
Half-term training day at Bristol Academy
Bristol Table Tennis Academy Club will be running a Half Term Training Day.
Obituary: Doug Young, ‘gentleman referee’
The loveliest of men and one of our top-class referees, Doug Young, passed away on 10th February in Worcester.
Double victory for Leopards
England Leopards men and women got their European Championships campaign off to winning starts today at the Copper Box Arena.
Team World Cup kick-starts legacy project for East London
Grassroots sport and East Londoners will feel a lasting benefit from the ITTF Team World Cup.
Leicester & District: Unicorn close on title
After all the cup exploits it was back to play in the Leicester & District League where there has been some interesting catching up in Division One, both at the top and the bottom of the chart.
England set for Japan rematch
England have been handed a swift rematch with Japan in the draw for the World Team Championships.
Cleveland Grand Prix entry extended
Entries for the Cleveland Grand Prix have been extended until Monday, March 5.
Stockport TT Academy win NWNJL
National Junior League – Northwest Saturday 24 February 2018 – Halton Day 4 of the National Junior League saw Stockport Table Tennis Academy starting the... Continue reading
World Cup hero Pitchford gets rankings lift
Liam Pitchford’s exploits at the Team World Cup have launched him back up the world rankings.
Plenty of action at NCL Horsham
Horsham Spinners have enjoyed success on both Day 2 and Day 3 of the National Cadet League in their home town in recent weeks.
Changes to some tournaments in Sussex
There have been a few changes to some of the forthcoming 1 & 2 Star tournaments in Sussex.
Josh and Brian in World Cup finals spotlight
The two Team World Cup finals were not just about China and Japan – there was an English presence too, among the umpires.
China complete Team World Cup double
China beat first-time finalists Japan to claim their seventh successive ITTF Team World Cup title in London.
Perfect 10 for Chinese juggernaut
China are the women's champions of the ITTF Team World Cup for a 10th time.
Zhendong is a Fan of Pitchford after thriller
Reaction from the players after the England versus China semi-final - plus your chance to relive the matches on video!
Japan book final spot in four-hour battle
Japan withstood an amazing fightback by South Korea to win a pulsating ITTF Team World Cup semi-final at the Copper Box Arena.
China end England’s World Cup adventure
England's ITTF Team World Cup adventure has come to an end at the hands of top seeds China in surely one of the finest England matches in this country in recent memory.
Japan and China breeze into women’s final
Top seeds Japan and second seeds China lived up to billing as they dismissed their semi-final opponents 3-0 to advance to the gold medal match at the ITTF Team World Cup at the Copper Box Arena.
Sensational England earn shock World Cup semi-final berth
England's men recorded another sensational performance at the ITTF World Cup to guarantee themselves a bronze medal with a nerve-wracking victory over Brazil at the Copper Box.
China and Japan women on target for final tie
Top seeds China and Japan professionally booked their places in the ITTF World Cup final four with comfortable victories over USA and Singapore respectively in London.
Men defeat Egypt to set up Brazil tie at World Cup
England's men romped into the ITTF Team World Cup quarter-finals with a 3-1 win over African Champions Egypt with wins for Liam Pitchford, Sam Walker and in the doubles.
England’s women bow out of ITTF World Cup
England's women bowed out of the ITTF Team World Cup at the Copper Box following a 3-1 defeat to Singapore.
ITTF Team World Cup day one highlights
Watch the day one review from the ITTF Team World Cup 2018 at the Copper Box Arena in London.
Trio advance in Sweden
James Smith, Joe Cope and Shayan Siraj qualified for the knockout rounds of the Swedish Junior Open.
Pitchford wonder win not enough to see England past Japan
Liam Pitchford's silencing of 'wonder-kid' Tomokazu Harimoto (ranked 11) wasn't enough to see England cause a shock win over third seeds Japan on day one of the ITTF World Cup.
England’s women fall to opening defeat at ITTF World Cup
England's women fell to an opening defeat at the ITTF World Cup as they were brushed aside by third seeds Hong Kong at the Copper Box in London.
How to follow the day one World Cup action
England's women will be first into the fray as the long-awaited ITTF Team World Cup kicks off in London on Thursday.
England to face Japan at Team World Cup
England's men have been drawn to face Japan and Egypt in the group stage of the ITTF Team World Cup, while the women will meet Hong Kong and Singapore.
England moved up in World Cup seedings
England men have been moved up to eighth seeds for the ITTF Team World Cup, meaning they are certain to face a mouthwatering tie against either Japan or China on Thursday night.
Milton Keynes League: Bottom beats top
PREMIER DIV WEEK 17 ROUND-UP I can’t imagine any other League in the country logging Premier results that show the bottom 2 teams beating the... Continue reading
Special offer on PG Mutual Nationals tickets
Heading to the Copper Box Arena - the Box That Rocks - for the Nationals? It's buy one, get one free on tickets!
World’s best players arrive in London
The ITTF Team World Cup 2018 is now less than 24 hours away!
Pitchford talks England’s chances at ITTF Team World Cup
With just days to go until the ITTF Team World Cup opens its doors, Liam Pitchford talks England’s chances of a podium finish at the 2018 ITTF Team World Cup
Excitement builds for ITTF Team World Cup 2018
The ITTF Team World Cup is grabbing headlines and media attention with less than three days to go until the world’s best players step out at the Copper Box Arena.
Braintree League: Netts C cause ‘in-house’ upset
Netts C brought off the surprise result in the quarter finals of the Braintree Table Tennis League team knockout cup when they knocked out their own A team.
Title chasers assert dominance in Premier British League
The league’s three title-chasers re-emphasised their intent for the season with big victories in the latest round of Premier British League. Urban, Ormesby and Drumchapel... Continue reading
Chelmsford & District: Davison hat-trick
The match between second-placed Danbury A and Liberal B in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League was a cracker. Five games were decided in the fifth end and Liberal B ran out 6-4 winners.
Leicester & District: Thrilling cup action
It’s cup week with matches in the Leicester & District League’s semi-finals as well as the Rose Johnson Challenge Bowl organised by the County Association which is at the quarter-final stage.
Clacton & District: Tight at top of Division Three
It’s tight at the top of Division Three of the Clacton & District League with just a point separating leaders Brotherhood G and second-placed Windsor Penguins.
Urban head to Scotland in latest PBL action
Urban’s pursuit of the Premier British League title continues in Scotland this weekend as they travel to face North Ayrshire. Satoshi Aida, Daniel Kosiba, Daniel... Continue reading
STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star – 17/18 Feb 2018
The programme is now available for the STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star, sponsored by Thornton’s Table Tennis, taking place at Blackpool Sports Centre, West Park... Continue reading
Win a VIP Team World Cup Experience
We’re offering ticket holders to the PG Mutual National Championships the chance to win a VIP day out to the finals of the ITTF Team World Cup and food at The Bat & Ball ping pong bar!
BBC to show Team World Cup and Nationals
The ITTF Team World Cup and the PG Mutual National Championships will be shown live on the BBC website.
Announcing our Pride of Table Tennis nominees
The Pride of Table Tennis Awards are just a few days away – and the shortlisted nominees have now been revealed.
Table Tennis takes over London’s Chinatown
Ahead of Chinese New Year and the ITTF Team World Cup coming to London, Table Tennis England took a table, some players in disguise and a film crew to London’s Chinatown to have some fun.
Greater Manchester Individual Schools
The Greater Manchester Individual Schools Championships for U13 boys and U16 boys took place at Newman RC College, Oldham on the 6th February. The event... Continue reading
Club reaps the benefits of Ping Pong Parlour link
The Ping Pong Parlour, based at Castle Mall Shopping Centre in Norwich, has held two high-profile events over the past few weeks.
England players Czech out in Hodonin
Samuel Kwan and James Smith were the only England players to reach the main draw at the Czech Youth Open.
Chelmsford & District: Taylor and Edwards take titles
The M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Finals Night at Old Chelmsfordians Association on saw Duncan Taylor crowned as Men’s Singles champion for the first time whilst 16-year-old Gracie Edwards was a very worthy first-time winner of the Ladies’ Singles.
Obituary: Jack Melnick, blue riband umpire
Jack Melnick, one of England’s most respected and renowned umpires, who officiated at the Barcelona Olympics, has died.
E-BATT and Burton take the Premier titles
E-BATT Colebridge boys and Burton Uxbridge Girls are the Junior British League Premier Division champions.
Milton Keynes League: Kings win at long last
PREMIER DIV WEEK 16 ROUND-UP While the lower Division teams were enjoying another slice of Cup action the Premier elite fitted in another round of... Continue reading
BeTT Social League in Bolton
A new Saturday morning monthly social league was recently set up in Bolton by Bolton TTC and Hilton TTC coming together as part of Table... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Kestrels’ relief after cup thriller
Windsor Kestrels of Division One survived their Handicap Knock-Out Cup Round Three tie against Windsor Swallows - but only just.
Top Gunn makes it a Cippenham hat-trick
Martin Gunn completed a hat-trick of wins in the Cippenham Super 6 Veterans’ Open on Saturday, having won the event for the past two years and also in 2014.
Chelmsford & District: Peverel to apply pressure
Third-placed Hatfield Peverel A are realistically too far adrift to make the top two places in division two of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Bugs make life difficult
Some of the unusual team compositions make it obvious that quite a number are finding it difficult to field full strength sides as they grapple with the various viruses and the like around at the moment.
Braintree League: Crouchman in in champs’ battle
A match with four men’s singles winners in action is always likely to produce a highly competitive encounter, and so it proved when Netts A hosted Liberal A in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Win a signed England kit!
We’re offering ticket holders to the PG Mutual National Championships the chance to win an exclusive signed England kit!
Team World Cup finals day sold out!
A capacity crowd will watch the finals at the ITTF Team World Cup this month, with standard tickets now sold out!
Tight divisions at NJL London Academy
Day two of the National Junior League at London Academy produced some very close divisions.
Guidance on data protection changes
Guidance for clubs and leagues ahead of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) coming into force.
All to play for in Junior British League
There are sure to be some fierce battles for supremacy when the Junior British League builds to a climax this weekend.
Governance Review: Large number of responses received
The Independent Review Panel (IRP) leading the Table Tennis England Governance Review says it is pleased with the response to the online questionnaire.
Milton Keynes League: Dashing Dan back on track
PREMIER DIV WEEK 15 ROUND-UP Dan Smalley has suffered some shock defeats recently but the Sasaki skipper returned to top form this week against a... Continue reading
England Commonwealth Games squad revealed
Team England has selected 11 table tennis players to compete at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games in April.
Defending champions among national schools finalists
Reigning champions Ackworth School, St Mary’s College, St Peter’s Primary Academy, Tudor Grange Academy and Whitgift School will all defend their titles at the Butterfly School Team Championship National Finals.
Helping clubs to build on the Team World Cup
Table Tennis England have created a programme to help clubs build on the legacy of London hosting the ITTF Team World Cup.
Upcoming coaching courses and CPD
If anyone at your club is interested in starting out on a coaching career, Table Tennis England have a number upcoming courses which could be ideal for them.
Discount on defibrillators for your club
Table Tennis England have teamed up with Martek Lifecare to provide every club the chance to purchase a life-saving defibrillator at a discounted rate.
How to make your Twitter account more accessible for all
Clubs are being urged to make their social media accounts more user-friendly for blind Twitter users.
Manchester conference proves popular
The most recent in a series of Club and Volunteer Conferences welcomed 25 delegates representing 16 different clubs or leagues to Old Trafford cricket ground in Manchester.
Chelmsford & District: Top four into semi-finals
The M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Championships weekend is concluded and six players have dominated proceedings.
New England kit revealed as Butterfly deal is signed
Table Tennis England have signed a new four-year agreement with their Official Clothing Supplier, Butterfly.
Clacton & District: Jason hits heights
Jason Lloyd took the honours at the Clacton & District League’s Handicap Singles Tournament held last weekend to become the Handicap Singles champion for 2018.
Braintree League: Billing dents Felsted record bid
Felsted RBL C’s apparent march to a record total in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League received an unexpected jolt on their visit to Black Notley G.
Seeds suffer at Bishop Auckland Bribar 2 star
The 14th Bishop Auckland Bribar 2* saw some of the seeded players suffer shock losses, but five still came away with titles.
Who is behind the bat? Mystery England player revealed!
Find out if you have won tickets to the PG Mutual Nationals as we reveal the identity of the mystery England player!
By Royal Appointment – Pam receives her MBE
Pam Butcher says she enjoyed "a lovely day" at Buckingham Palace, as she received her MBE from Prince Charles.
English County Schools’ Individual Competitions – North
Entry forms are now available for the following North of England English County Schools’ individual competitions, great events for all schools with four categories: U11,... Continue reading
County Championship: Yorkshire make it five – but only just
Yorkshire took their fifth cadets County Championship premier title on the trot after a splendid weekend's action played at Weavers TTC.
Heckmondwike TTC scouting for success!
As part of the Table Tennis England Be TT programme Heckmondwike Table Tennis Club and Dewsbury League have established a new partnership with a local... Continue reading
Announcing our regional Pride of Table Tennis winners!
Dozens of amazing volunteers have been honoured in the regional stage of the Pride of Table Tennis awards.
Burton Uxbridge hit treble top in Women’s British League
Burton Uxbridge are celebrating a title hat-trick after an action-packed Women’s British League finale in Sheffield, while there were two titles for Drumchapel Glasgow.
County Championships: Notts tie up another title
Nottinghamshire retained the County Championship Veterans' Premier Division when the division was completed at Draycott and Long Eaton TTC as the East Midland county eased to the title by five points from runners-up Leicestershire and Yorkshire
Senior Worcestershire Schools Individual competition
The senior Worcestershire schools individual table tennis competition was held at St Egwin's School in Evesham and the players provided some quality table tennis.
Milton Keynes League: Howard’s Way
While the sides in the 6 lower divisions battled away in the Cup this week, the ‘6 team’ Premier elite were fitting in another round... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Sharpe performance lifts Brotherhood
Brotherhood D came out on top in the big relegation battle against Windsor Kestrels in Division One of the Clacton & District League, taking all four matches which went the distance to win 7-3.
Chelmsford & District: New name will go on trophy
It’s that time of the year again and the 2018 M&G Investments Chelmsford & District Table League Table Tennis Championships take place at Hylands School next weekend.
Leicester & District: Knight’s Wizard performance
This season I have been finding and publishing what I consider the top performance each week in the Leicester & District League.
Braintree League: Noble key to vital Notley win
Black Notley B have taken a major stride towards the division two title in the Braintree Table Tennis League after victory over their likeliest rivals.
Doran reaches world ping pong semis
Chris Doran was England’s best performer at the World Championships of Ping Pong, reaching the semi-finals and beating twice champion Andrew Baggaley on the way.
Urban remain on course for British League title following latest triumph
Satoshi Aida and Daniel Schaffer picked up two wins apiece as Urban cemented their place at the top of Premier British League with a 5-3... Continue reading
Horsham Spinners 2*: Kelly gives it some welly!
The second Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners TTC 2 Star of the 2017-18 season at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham. There was an entry of 57 players for this one.
Scotland derby features in latest British League weekend
A second fixture in three weekends awaits Premier British League’s eight clubs as the demands of the division begin to intensify. Unbeaten Urban will look... Continue reading
Chance to start your umpiring career
Places are still available on the upcoming Level 1 Umpires' course at Grantham, costing just £30.
Is table tennis the most skillful sport?
Is table tennis more skillful than football and cricket? That was one of the big topics for discussion on a cult national radio show.
Win tickets to the PG Mutual Nationals
The PG Mutual National Championships are back this March - and we’re giving you the chance to win a pair of tickets to all four days!
WBL teams ready to show steel in Sheffield deciders
The destiny of Women’s British League titles will be settled this weekend in Sheffield, with a host of pivotal matches to be played.
British Airways lands Team World Cup partner deal
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) and Table Tennis England (TTE) are excited to announce British Airways as the latest partner to come on board for the 2018 ITTF Team World Cup.
Blakely family double at Worcs schools event
The junior Worcestershire schools individual table tennis competition was held at St Egwin’s School in Evesham and the players provided some thrilling table tennis.
Enter now for Easter island Grand Prix!
Entries are now open for the annual Easter extravaganza of table tennis - the Jersey Grand Prix.
Schools ready for next stage of title quest
The battle to be crowned Butterfly School Team Championships winners moves to the next stage at the Regional Finals over the weekend of February 3 and 4.
Clacton & District: Owen turns on style
John Owen started 2018 in fine style, staying unbeaten in Brotherhood B's 9-1 success against Walton C in Division One of the Clacton & District League to record his first maximum of the season.
Leicester & District: Abbots face drop
With Dave Gannon, one of the top handful of players in the Leicester & District League for many years, involved with the club and playing as part of their top team in Division One, the Abbots Road first team is facing a very unusual situation in that they are in grave danger of relegation.
Braintree League: Liberal stretch lead
The second of the crunch matches between the top two teams in the Braintree Table Tennis League went the same way as the first – a win for champions Liberal A.
Chelmsford & District: Stallwood inspires Maldon
Maldon A have recaptured the lead in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and they did this in style with a comprehensive 8-2 victory over second-placed Chelmsford A.
Milton Keynes League: Leaders whitewash leaves title race open
Premier Division Any negative thoughts that mid-table MK Kingpins might have harboured about taking yet another pasting from MK Sasaki went out the window when... Continue reading
North Area CPD and UKCC Courses
Table Tennis England – North have the following CPD and UKCC Level 1/2 courses planned for 2018, with more dates to follow. If there isn’t... Continue reading
England players bow out in Budapest
Paul Drinkhall was defeated by Liao Cheng-Ting of Chinese Taipei in the first round of the Hungarian Open to end English involvement in Budapest.
Quartet target ping-pong glory
Twice champion Andrew Baggaley leads a quartet of English players in the World Championships of Ping Pong line-up.
Top seeds remain unbeaten at Cippenham team event
Another maximum entry was received for the 12th running of the Cippenham Team 2-Star Open on Saturday. In fact, the tournament was over-subscribed and some potential entries had to be refused.
Pitchford and Walker make fast starts in Budapest
There were emphatic opening wins for Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker on the first day of the Hungarian Open, while Tin-Tin Ho reached the under-21 singles quarter-finals.
Sophie stars on first international appearance
Bournemouth Sports TTC player Sophie Barcsai performed well at the Hungarian Mini-Cadet Open on her first international tournament at the age of eight.
England line-up revealed for Team World Cup
Four teenagers feature in a 10-strong England squad for the ITTF Team World Cup at the Copper Box Arena.
Whitgift and London Academy lead Jack Petchey winners
Whitgift School and London Academy were double victors at the Jack Petchey London Schools Table Tennis Team Finals.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood back from brink
Round Two of the Handicap Knock-Out Cup produced its usual mix of close matches and surprises but it was Second Division Brotherhood H who produced the performance of the Round, coming back from the brink of defeat to beat Division Three Windsor Penguins 5-4.
Braintree League: Netts might hold key
Netts A may be too far behind to capture this season’s Braintree Table Tennis League title, but they could still have an effect on its destination.
Leicester & District: Another KP whitewash
Knighton Park’s first team have started the second half of the season in Division One of the Leicester and District League very much by hitting the ground sprinting when they recorded another 10-0 victory, this time against Desford Village.
Chelmsford & District: Cole fires as Liberal sink leaders
Chelmsford A have taken the lead in division one of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Urban continue to impress after strong win at BATTS
Urban’s pursuit of the British League title continued in strong fashion as they picked up a superb victory at BATTS. The unbeaten league leaders faced... Continue reading
Urban look to extend lead at top of British League
The turn of the year has been and gone, and with that, the Premier British League begins to heat up. Three rounds of fixtures in... Continue reading
Bat and Chat in Pontefract!
As part of the Castleford and Pontefract League Be TT project a new Bat and Chat session started today at Pontefract Squash Club. The new... Continue reading
Berkshire Schools Individual TT Champs Entry Forms
BERKSHIRE SCHOOLS INDIVIDUAL TABLE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018 Date: Sunday 18th February 2018 Time: U11/U13 Events 9.30am, U16/U19 1pm Venue: Kingfisher Table Tennis Club, Woodlands Avenue, Woodley,... Continue reading
Hugo’s making table tennis friends in high places!
Teenager Hugo Ursell is the Ping Pong Persuader – and he’s been spreading his influence in the corridors of power!
Here’s a grand Nationals ticket offer!
Anyone who has bought tickets to the Team World Cup can claim a 50% discount on tickets to the PG Mutual Nationals - and we're throwing in two England matches for free!
Governance Review update
The Independent Review Panel leading the Table Tennis England governance review has issued guidance concerning the anonymity of responses to the online questionnaire.
China completes Team World Cup squad
China has finalised its squad for the Team World Cup at the Copper Box Arena next month - and the women's world No 1 has missed out.
Siraj clinches memorable hat-trick at East Midlands 4*
Shayan Siraj won his third successive Junior 4* event and Anna Hursey took two titles at the East Midlands 4* at the weekend.
Braintree League: Liberal pair top averages
The reason for this season’s closer than expected title race in the Braintree Table Tennis League can be seen in the end-year individual averages.
Leicester & District: KP start new year in style
It was something of a slow re-start for the second half of the season in some divisions of the Leicester & District League but both Knighton Park teams in Division One were soon in the thick of things.
Clacton & District: Ocelots win marathon tie
The Clacton & District League’s Division Three Handicap Challenge competition is beginning to take shape with Nomads Ocelots, Brotherhood G and Brotherhood J all recording hard-fought wins this week.
STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star (CD 27/01/18)
Spring is on it way! The STIGA Blackpool Junior 4 Star sponsored by Thornton’s Table Tennis is taking place on 17/18 February 2018 at Blackpool Sports Centre. Click here for... Continue reading
Extra tickets available for Team World Cup finals
A limited number of additional tickets have been released for the Team World Cup finals day next month.
Make every minute count in 2018!
Playing table tennis in the workplace could form part of a campaign to encourage Brits to be more active.
Paul’s a top-10 hit
Paul Drinkhall makes an appearance in the International Table Tennis Federation's top 10 best points of 2017.
New year, new opportunity: Join one of our coaching courses
Are you motivated by helping others to get more out of table tennis? If so, we have a number of coaching courses around the country which could be perfect for you!
Sam Walks into the top 100
Sam Walker is at a career high No 80 in the world on the first rankings list of the new year - and has vowed to do all he can to go even higher.
Braintree League: Defending champs looking strong
Once again Liberal A, champions for the last two years, lead the way at the mid-season break in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Panthers in charge
With the players of the Clacton & District League taking a well-earned rest over the Christmas and New Year period, there’s time to reflect on the season so far - and what is yet to come.
Leicester & District: Unicorn sitting pretty
It is impossible to imagine a scenario in Division One of the Leicester & District League anything other than Unicorn defending their championship title.
Braintree League: Relegation scrap is tight
The fight to avoid relegation from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League is turning into one of the tightest battles for many years with six of the 11 teams in the division separated by just 10 points.
Plenty of highlights in 2017
Relive all the best moments on and off the table in our review of 2017.
Governance questionnaire now live
The online questionnaire which forms the latest part of the independent review into the governance of Table Tennis England has now gone live.
Senior Ratings event at Sycamore
The Sycamore Academy has opened entries to a Seniors 1* Ratings tournament on January 28.
Buy Nationals tickets and see England for free!
Tickets to the PG Mutual National Championships are now on sale - and each one comes with a FREE ticket to watch England Leopards men and women in action.
Chairman’s Message – December 2017
I would like to take the opportunity of this Christmas greeting to thank all our table tennis friends for their ongoing support, enthusiasm and commitment for the past 12 months.
It’s time to enter the ELCC
Entry is now open for the English Leagues Cup Competitions - the oldest domestic competitions in the Table Tennis England calendar.
Inclusivity advice for clubs
Table Tennis England has published a new case study on How to Make Your Club Inclusive.
Countdown to Pride of Table Tennis regional awards
The regional winners of the Pride of Table Tennis Awards will be announced in the new year, with the shortlist for the national awards to follow.
Good practice guides published for clubs and leagues
Table Tennis England have recently been working with clubs and leagues to develop some best practice guides for sharing amongst the table tennis network/community.
Club and Volunteer Conference is well received
Table Tennis England delivered the most recent in a series of Club and Volunteer Conferences at Newmarket Racecourse on Saturday December 9.
Chelmsford & District: Calleja hits top form
Division two is in the spotlight this week in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. The 5-5 draw between Chelmsford C and Hatfield Peverel saw Peverel’s Dave Calleja hit top form.
Clacton & District: Walton C relieved
For a team with long-established top-flight players, it's been surprising to see Walton C flirting with the prospect of relegation in Division One of the Clacton and District League.
Las Vegas Jack-pot for Hunter-Spivey!
Jack Hunter-Spivey produced a superb performance in Las Vegas to win gold in the men’s class 5 singles at the PTT US Open, while there were two other individual medals and two in the team events.
Braintree League: No stopping Felsted
The Felsted RBL C juggernaut rolls on – and even Shirley Carroll, who is a cut above most in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League, could do nothing about it.
Hicks and Mabey take Bath titles
Sam Mabey and Hannah Hicks won the main singles events at the Bath Grand Prix as the series reached its halfway point.
Milton Keynes League: Sasaki still supreme
Premier Division Week 12 round-up Champions Greenleys Monarchs will need to make some new signings in the January window if they are to hold on... Continue reading
Leicester & District: Kwok edges thriller
Although, inevitably, much of the focus of top class local table tennis will be in the higher divisions, occasionally a touch of class will occur lower down, as it did in the Division Four Leicester & District League catch up match between Knighton Park VII and Nomads II.
Bath Grand Prix day one report
The Bath Grand Prix took place at Bath Arena, Sports Training Village at the University of Bath on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th of December.... Continue reading
Governance review: Questionnaire opens next week
An online questionnaire which forms part of the consultation and independent review into the Governance of Table Tennis England will be opened on Wednesday (December 20).
Ormesby Junior 2*: Webster wins title on home ground
Ormesby’s Adam Webster was the winner of the Junior Boys' Singles in the Ormesby Junior 2 Star Open Table Tennis Championship at the Ormesby Club in Middlesbrough on Sunday.
Saying a #BigThankYou to our volunteers
This Sunday, Table Tennis England will be joining organisations all over the country to say a #BigThankYou to the unsung heroes who give so much back to their communities through volunteering.
World Cup VIP tickets – the perfect Christmas gift!
Watch Liam Pitchford and Paul Drinkhall go full circle as they urge England supporters to get their Team World Cup tickets.
Five pick up two medals each at Spinners 2*
The first Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners TTC 2 Star of the 2017-18 season took place on 26th November at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham.
Obituary: Table Tennis England Vice-President Tom Honey
Table Tennis England Vice-President Tom Honey has died at the age of 93.
Braintree League: Stuttering Liberal under pressure
Another 10 points for Rayne A and some surprising points dropped by Liberal A have tightened up the top of the table in the Braintree Table Tennis League to just two points.
N-ice victory for Doran at BATTS
Chris Doran was the winner as table tennis players made light of the bad weather to ensure the BATTS Super Series tournament was a success.
Payet leads the way at Finlandia Open
Denise Payet was the best English finisher at the Finlandia Open, ending in 16th position, one ahead of Karina Le Fevre.
Clacton & District: Ratcliffe on the Mark
Only three points separate Brotherhood F and Brotherhood H in third and fourth places in Division Two of the Clacton & District League and their encounter this week appropriately finished all-square.
Daybell & Co head for bright lights of Vegas
A small but select squad will represent the British Para Table Tennis Team at this week’s PTT US Open in Las Vegas (December 13-15), the final tournament of the 2017 season.
Leicester & District round-up
The pile up of league matches is being attacked with all divisions having a goodly number still to play with 37 postponed matches recorded by the end of the scheduled weeks in the first half.
Milton Keynes League: Alan ‘Cherry on top’ of the Premier
Premier Division – Week 11 Round-up “We’re playing Sasaki for the 3rd time already and it’s not even Christmas!” MK Spinners Tim Cheek was heard... Continue reading
Chelmsford & District: Davison ends Lloyd’s run
Maldon A’s Trevor Lloyd - the outstanding player so far in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League - tasted defeat for the first time this week.
New Be TT Social League to start at Hilton TTC Bolton
A new Be TT initiative is set to start in the New Year at the Hilton TT Centre, Bolton. The new Social league has been... Continue reading
Stockport TT Academy launch New Gewo Pairs League
As part of new projects within the Table Tennis England’s Be TT programme, Stockport Table Tennis Academy recently launched their new Social Gewo Pairs League.... Continue reading
Home success at Halton 2*
There was a good entry to the latest Halton 2* tournament, with contingents from North East, Derbyshire, Middlesex, Yorkshire, Leicester and North Wales travelling to the Select Security Stadium Widnes.
Spinners dominate NCL top division at home venue
Horsham Spinners A dominated in Division 1, with both Zach Hodges & Sam Watts winning 10/10 and Ollie Michell winning 6/10
Davidson doubles up at Spinners 1*
The first Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners 1 Star of the 2017-18 season attracted a full entry of 28 players, although two pulled out on the day.
YOUR chance to play at Team World Cup venue!
Do you want to emulate the top players in the world by showcasing your table tennis skills at the Copper Box Arena?
China set to bring strong squad to London
China has named virtually the strongest possible squad for the Team World Cup in London in February.
Governance review update
The Independent Review Panel leading the Table Tennis England governance review has met in full for the first time.
Heaton Bat and Chat session
As part of the new Table Tennis England ‘Be TT’ programme a new Bat and Chat session has been developed at Heaton Tennis and Squash... Continue reading
Bath Grand Prix draw revealed
Mike O'Driscoll and Hannah Hicks lead the field at the Bath Grand Prix - the fourth stop of this year's circuit.
Olympic legend impressed by BPTT set-up
UK Sport Chair and Olympic rowing legend Dame Katherine Grainger paid her first visit to the British Para Table Tennis training base at the EIS in Sheffield.
County Championships: Lancs over-60s lead way
A strong looking Lancashire lead the County Championship over-60 Division 1A after the first round of fixtures played at Carlton Le Willows when all counties played four matches.
Braintree League: No happy ending for the Netts ‘come-back kids’
When Netts E lined up for their Braintree Table Tennis League handicap cup match against Black Notley F, they were carrying 95 years of inaction... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Vincent’s starry, starry night
With four teams starting to become detached at the bottom of Division One of the Clacton and District League, the battle to avoid the dreaded... Continue reading
Leicester & District: Baker bags a hat-trick for Knighton Park
There was a relatively easy decision to make this week for the Player of the Week award in the local on-line newsletter, Top Spin, when... Continue reading
Adewale takes his chance at Cippenham
Fourth seed Adeoye Adewale took full advantage of top seed Tom Maynard’s withdrawal to triumph in the Cippenham Super 6 Senior 2-Star Open Championship.
Chelmsford & District: Lowman scores a fine hat-trick
Division two of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League saw a number of stand-out performances this week. Sam Lowman led the way. He impressed... Continue reading
East Bridgford team scoops sports award
The hard work and dedication of the East Bridgford Boys’ table tennis team has not only brought reward, value and recognition to the boys and their school, it has also brought value to the Rushcliffe area of Nottinghamshire the school represents.
Urban top British League following Ormeau triumph
Urban became the outright leaders of Premier British League with a superb 6-2 win at Ormeau. The two sides topped the league table after two... Continue reading
Jarvis stopped by third seed at World Juniors
Tom Jarvis reached the singles last 32 at the World Junior Championships in Italy - and went one round better in the mixed doubles.
Pacesetters set for Premier British League showdown
The two early pacesetters of the Premier British League will meet this weekend in the third round of the season’s action. Ormeau and Urban have... Continue reading
Uni of Nottingham steal the show at the BUCS Championships
During two days of high quality competition, University of Nottingham retain their title of most successful table tennis institution in the UK with four golds,... Continue reading
Craig nets top award
British Para table tennis player Craig Allen has won Herefordshire and Worcestershire Sports Partnership Disabled Sportsperson of the Year in a ceremony which took place... Continue reading
Wise words from the world’s top players!
The best players in the world have come together to ask for your support in next February’s Team World Cup finals to be held in... Continue reading
Go VIP at the TWC!
We are delighted to announce the release of our VIP packages for the Team World Cup. Make your memories that bit more special by purchasing... Continue reading
Independent Review Panel members announced
Table Tennis England announces that following an open recruitment process, three individuals from within the sport have been appointed to represent the views and interests... Continue reading
Braintree League: Race for promotion is on!
The race for promotion from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League twisted one way and then the other in the space of a... Continue reading
Leicester & District: Searle finds his form
Andy Searle had something of a mixed season last term in the Leicester and District League and just struggled a little by his standards in... Continue reading
Chelmsford & District: Superb 10-0 win for Maldon A
Having hit the headlines last week it’s Maldon A who take the top billing again in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis... Continue reading
Clacton & District: Robbie puts smile on Swallows’ faces
With seven straight defeats, it’s been a torrid start for Windsor Swallows in Division Three of the Clacton and District League. But they were able... Continue reading
A golden opportunity for Evie
Evie Collier has been awarded a prestigious place on the inaugural Women’s Coach Internship Programme (WCIP) to be piloted at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonweath... Continue reading
Get a members’ discount at the World Ping Pong Champs!
The World Championship of Ping Pong returns to Alexandra Palace, London, January 27-28, 2018, with Table Tennis England members offered up to 33% off tickets!... Continue reading
Draw for Bristol Junior 4* Announced
The draw for the SGS College Bristol Academy Butterfly Junior 4 star Open Table Tennis Tournament can now be downloaded on the link below.
End of the road for England at Spanish Open
The three remaining English players were knocked out of the Spanish Open today, all losing to higher-ranked opponents.
Trio through at Spanish Open
David McBeath, Kelly Sibley and Luke Savill have qualified for the main draw at the Spanish Open.
Don’t miss the Team World Cup finals!
We're down to the last 500 tickets for the Team World Cup finals - make sure you don't miss out on seeing the champions crowned!
England matches complete trio of Copper Box events
England men and women's European Championships double-header on February 27 will be staged at the Copper Box Arena.
Daish beaten by seed in Portugal
Matthew Daish reached the main draw of the Portugal Junior & Cadet Open, where he was beaten by the seventh seed.
Your chance to become a Pride of Table Tennis judge
It's nearly time to decide the worthy winners of our annual Pride of Table Tennis Awards - and we are looking for volunteers to help us with the judging.
Check out the latest edition of The Winning Edge!
Some great features on coaching at all levels of the sport are featured in the latest issue of our coaching magazine The Winning Edge.
Three-month countdown to the Team World Cup!
With the Team World Cup only three months away, England No 1 Paul Drinkhall is hoping a big crowd can cheer England to success at the Copper Box Arena.
Para ace Craig shortlisted for sports award
British Para table tennis player Craig Allen has been shortlisted as Herefordshire and Worcestershire Sports Partnership Disabled Sportsperson of the Year.
Governance Review update
The members of the Independent Review Panel (IRP) which will lead Table Tennis England's Governance Review will be announced before the end of this month.
Still time to put yourself in the Bath running!
There is just under a week to get your entry in for the Bath Grand Prix, the fourth stop on this season's circuit and the final event of 2017.
England squad named for World Schools’ event
Charles Read Academy and Whitgift School will represent English Schools' Table Tennis at the International School Sport Federation (ISF) World Schools' Table Tennis Championships next year.
Braintree League: Liberal win could prove crucial
The first crunch match in the Braintree Table Tennis League has gone the way of the champions Liberal A.
Clacton & District: Maximum for tenacious Martin
There are few players in the Clacton & District League who show more grit, determination and enthusiasm in their play than long-serving Division One player Martin Edwards.
Leicester & District: You can’t keep a good man Downes!
Alec Downes started playing table tennis many years ago before taking a rest to pursue other interests. A few years ago he was advised to start playing again in order to build up leg muscle strength to reduce arthritic hip pain.
Chelmsford & District: Jacob prevents Maldon clean sweep
Last year’s champions Maldon A are in third place in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. They ran out convincing 9-1 winners against OCs A after Trevor Lloyd and John Poysden had both won their three singles encounters.
County Championship: Sussex hold narrow advantage
The first round of fixtures in this season’s Veterans’ County Championship Division 2C was recently played at Batts TTC with all counties playing two matches.
Gemma is a top volunteer
Gemma Mckay has been presented with her Young Volunteer of the Year Award at Littleton TTC.
European Championships draw revealed
England's men have been drawn against Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina, while the women will face Greece and Norway in the first round of fixture for the 2019 European Championships.
Indian fightback stuns top English pair
Paul Drinkhall & Liam Pitchford were stunned by a comeback from Indian pair Sharath Kamal Achanta & Sathiyan Gnanasekaran at the Swedish Open. Things looked... Continue reading
Vote for Paul in ITTF Star Point Award!
Paul Drinkhall has been nominated for one of the ITTF's top awards - and the winner will be decided by a public vote.
Whose point is this?
Social media has been busy discussing this rally during the recent German Open match between Timo Boll and Lin Gaoyuan of China.
English trio knocked out in Stockholm
English interest in the singles at the Swedish Open ended today with defeats for Andrew Baggaley, Paul Drinkhall and Tom Jarvis - but Drinkhall & Liam Pitchford reached the main draw of the doubles.
Become a volunteer at the Team World Cup
How to apply to become a volunteer at the 2018 Team World Cup.
Club opening up its new home
The Weald Table Tennis Club in East Sussex are holding a free open evening at their new home.
Brilliant Jarvis demolishes Gao Ning
Tom Jarvis picked up the biggest win of his career as he sunk world No 43 Gao Ning to top his group at the Swedish Open.
County Championship: Bucks leading close race
The first round of fixtures in this season’s Veteran County Championship Division 2B was recently played at St Neots TTC with all counties playing three matches.
Golden Perry reigns in Spain
Martin Perry teamed up with Raimondo Alecci from Italy to win gold in the men’s class 6 team event at the PTT Spanish Open in Alicante.
Jarvis notches big win in Sweden
Tom Jarvis saved two match points as he beat a higher-ranked player from the host nation on day one of the Swedish Open.
Braintree League: Chan on fire for big upset
Victor Chan produced the win of his career and the shock of the season in the Braintree Table Tennis League when he beat reigning men’s singles champion Brandon Crouchman.
Clacton & District: Liam leads way for Lynx
Young Liam Harris is proving a force to be reckoned with in Division Three of the Clacton & District League, producing a fifth unbeaten performance of the season in Nomads Lynx's drawn match with Nomads Caracals.
Chelmsford & District: Gooday sets tone for whitewash
Results of 10-0 are rare in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League. However, an in-form Chelmsford A powered to a convincing 10-0 win over Danbury A to go top of the table.
Leicester & District: All hands to pump for KP
Full marks to the Knighton Park second team in Division One of the Leicester & District League when captain, Karen Smith, found herself a lone competitor due to holidays, injury and car breakdowns against league leaders, Unicorn firsts.
Gold rush for England at Home Countries International
Josh Bennett, Naphong Boonyaprapa and Gemma Kerr were double gold medallists as England dominated the Home Countries International in Guernsey.
Irish eyes smiling after historic Ormeau whitewash
Ormeau celebrated Premier British League's arrival in Northern Ireland in style as they moved to the top of the table with an 8-0 whitewash of North Ayrshire.
Bardsley and Gidney reach quarters in Hungary
Charlotte Bardsley and Megan Gidney reached the quarter-finals of the Cadet Girls' Doubles at the Hungarian Junior & Cadet Open.
Bryant and Bolton dominate Tipton Grand Prix weekend
Craig Bryant and Emily Bolton both capped off a satisfactory weekend, as they added to their band 1 wins with victories in the men’s and... Continue reading
Double wins for Baldry and Weatherby at Tipton
Day one of the Tipton Grand Prix was particularly advantageous to players competing for victory in multiple competitions, none more so than Carl Baldry and... Continue reading
England juniors miss out in Hungary
Four England teams competing at the Hungarian Junior & Cadet Open missed out on places in the knockout stages, despite some good results.
Drinkhall run ended by world No 9
Paul Drinkhall had his moments against world No 9 Kenta Matsudaira of Japan before his run in the German Open was ended in the last 32.
New panel will oversee tournaments
The Tournaments Committee and Calendar Working Party have combined into one new group.
Urban aiming to take down champions
Premier British League returns for the second weekend of action this Saturday, with all eight teams jockeying for position at the start of the campaign.
Drinkhall silences home crowd to book last-32 spot
Paul Drinkhall is through to the main draw at the German Open thanks to a 4-3 win over a host nation opponent.
Young Leopards knocked out in Hungary
England's juniors have seen their interest in the individual events at the Hungarian Youth Open brought to an end.
Pitchford and Drinkhall top groups in Germany
Paul Drinkhall and Liam Pitchford both won their groups at the German Open to advance to the knockout stages.
Nominate your shining lights for a Torch Trophy Trust Award!
If you know an outstanding volunteer who is worthy of national recognition, then now is the time to nominate them for a Torch Trophy Trust Award.
Win Team World Cup tickets!
Welcome to the Be Inspired ITTF Team World Cup 2018 competition page!
Free Table Tennis in Westbury for Cadets and Juniors
Thanks to Satellite Club funding from Wiltshire & Swindon Sport, the West Wilts Table Tennis Organisation are now offering free coaching for cadets and juniors... Continue reading
Walker digs deep for thrilling victory
Sam Walker saved five match points on his way to victory in his first match at the German Open.
Another smashing year for Ping!
The Ping! festival clocked up more than 1.5 million visits to public tables in towns and cities across England in 2017.
Braintree League: Rayne E remain unbeaten
Rayne E are slowly establishing themselves as one of the favourites for promotion from division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Development League off to busy start
The Leicester Development League, effectively the junior league, has had its first session with 38 teams of youngsters involved at the Leicester Grammar School.
Clacton & District: Tight at the top
Division Two of the Clacton & District League is proving as tight as was predicted pre-season, with three teams at the top currently separated by just two points - and with two other teams only a handful of points away having played a match fewer.
Chelmsford & District: Hatfield Peverel stay top
The two top teams met this week in the third division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League and it was Hatfield Peverel B who beat Maldon B 6-4 to stay top.
Hee’s a hero with silver in Slovakia!
Joseph Hee secured a brilliant silver medal at the Slovak Cadet Open, despite not being seeded.
Walsh misses out on Youth Olympics spot
Ethan Walsh missed out on a place at the Youth Olympic Games in a strong European qualifying event in Split.
Drinkhall ends T2 with whitewash win
Paul Drinkhall ended his T2 campaign on a high with a 5-0 victory over Sweden’s Mattias Karlsson, but neither he nor his Team Rossi colleagues could reach the Grand Finals.
Walker falls to Korean in last 16
Sam Walker's run at the Belgium Open was ended by Korea's Kim Donghyun in the last 16.
Tipton GP draw released; enter now for Bath
Karina Le Fevre is going for a hat-trick of Grand Prix wins this season when the circuit stops off in Tipton.
Walker into last 16 as McBeath and Ho exit
Sam Walker is the last English player left in the Belgium Open, having reached the last 16.
Junior National Cup date change
The Junior National Cup has been moved to a new date to prevent a clash with an international schools' event.
Grant allows Ely club to move and expand
Ely Table Tennis Club have recently been granted £9,600 from Sport England, to aid the expansion of their club and encourage new people into the participation of sport.
Table Tennis England offering Apprenticeship chance
Table Tennis England is offering a big opportunity to young people who want to build a career in the sport.
New schedule proposed for PG Mutual Nationals
The PG Mutual National Championships is set to be better than ever in 2018, with an improved schedule and presentation planned, giving players and spectators the best possible experience.
Book your place on our latest Club Conferences
Bookings are now open for the next in a series of Club and Volunteer Conferences, in Manchester and Newmarket.
Knighton Park’s Volunteer of the Year
David Morley has been an absolute stalwart as far as the Knighton Park Table Tennis Club is concerned in Leicester.
Three Leopards move through in Belgium
David McBeath and Tin-Tin Ho have joined Sam Walker in the main draw of the singles events at the Belgium Open in De Haan.
Team World Cup tickets now on general sale!
If you are looking to get your hands on the hottest tickets in the table tennis world, then today is the day!
Inaugural England 9-13 Squad revealed
The first members of the England 9-13 Squad have been named, with 12 boys and eight girls making the line-up.
Siraj and Wong take Stockton by storm
Yorkshire’s Shayan Siraj and Jasmin Wong dominated the 50th Tees Active Stockton on Tees Junior 4 Star Championships at Thornaby Pavilion.
Four golds for Para GB in Belgium
Gold for Paul Karabardak (men’s class 6 singles), Lucie Bouron (women’s class 1-3 singles), Martin Perry and Conor McAdam (men’s class 6 team) and teenagers Billy Shilton and Joshua Stacey (men’s class 9 team) were the highlights of a successful PTT Belgian Open for the British Para Table Tennis Team from a total of 14 medals won during the three-day competition.
Super Pitchford sinks top-10 ace
Liam Pitchford picked up two superb victories in the latest round of Champions League matches, including sinking world No 10 Wong Chun Ting.
New Satellite Club at Pontefract Squash and Leisure Club
As part of the Table Tennis England new Be TT programme a new Junior Satellite Club has been established at Pontefract Squash and Leisure Club.... Continue reading
Chelmsford & District: Barker kick-starts OCs’ cup win
The Handicap Knock Out Cup should theoretically give all sides an equal chance of winning and not surprisingly it remains the best supported of the Cup Competitions run by the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
New Junior Table Tennis League
As part of the new Table Tennis England Be TT programme a new Junior League has started at Dewsbury League Table Tennis Centre at Heckmondwike.... Continue reading
Braintree League: Rogers digs in to sink champ
Rayne A’s Hector Rogers sprang the surprise of the season so far in the Braintree Table Tennis League when he overcame reigning men’s singles champion Brandon Crouchman.
Clacton & District: Hume leads Lions to victory
Nomads Lions made it five wins out of five with a 6-4 victory over Walton C to continue their unbeaten start to the season in Division One of the Clacton & District League.
Leicester & District: Thringstone bag thrilling draw
There was a thrilling 5-5 draw in Division One of the Leicester & District League in a resumption of activity after the first cup week which saw no matches as there are not enough entries these days.
County Champs: Notts Vets make strong start to defence
The first weekend of this season's Veterans' Premier Division was held at Ashford TTC with all county teams playing three matches and it was reigning champions Nottinghamshire who were once again the form team.
English County Schools’ Team Competitions – North
Entry forms are now available for the following North of England English County Schools’ team competitions, great events for all schools with four categories: U11,... Continue reading
How your club could help us nurture talent
The search for elite players of the future could be coming to a table tennis club near you!
It’s Pride and joy as volunteers are honoured
Dozens of hard-working and dedicated volunteers have been recognised in the local stage of the Pride of Table Tennis Awards.
Medal delight for Harry and Jenny
Harry Fairchild led the GB efforts with a brilliant gold medal at the European Open for athletes with Down’s Syndrome – while there was a bronze for Jenny Turner.
Ping Pong Parlours are top of the shops!
Norwich has joined the growing Ping Pong Parlour revolution, with the city’s Castle Mall encouraging shoppers to pick up a bat and have a game.
Coaches CPD at Ackworth School
Coaches from the North of England enjoyed the opportunity to observe and analyse both the Ackworth Talent Development Centre and England Youth Squad players and... Continue reading
Golden duo lead Para squad to Belgium
The British Para Table Tennis Team is sending a 19-strong squad to the PTT Belgian Open in Sint-Niklaas from October 28-30.
Big guns have London in their sights
The field is taking shape for the 2018 ITTF Team World Cup in London - and the schedule of play has now been revealed ahead of tickets going on general sale on November 1.
Independent Review Panel Chairman appointed
Table Tennis England is delighted to announce the completion of a key milestone along the Governance Review consultation timeline, the appointment of the Chairman of Independent Review Panel (IRP) and the commencement of the next stage, the appointment of IRP members.
Thakkers keep Cippenham awards in the family
Cippenham Table Tennis Club celebrated the 21st anniversary of the opening of the purpose-built table tennis centre with a party and awards presentation.
Home success at Halton 1*
There was a good entry with contingents from North East, Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Leicester and North Wales travelling to the Select Security Stadium Widnes.
Braintree League: No upsets in cup
The opening round of the team and restricted cups in the Braintree Table Tennis League proceeded smoothly in a straight line. In every match, it was the higher-placed team that won.
Chelmsford & District: Danbury A set pace
Danbury A (26 points from four matches) and Chelmsford A (21 points from three matches) are the early leaders in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Buzzards look for better things
The opening fixtures have been unkind in the extreme to Windsor Buzzards in Division Two of the Clacton & District League.
Fire team blaze a trail to glory
A FireSportUK team were certainly on fire as they won a table tennis tournament in Germany.
Watch Pitchford vs Yujia Zhai in the Champions League
Liam Pitchford picked up a good 3-1 win in the latest round of the European Champions League.
After 58 years’ service, Colin Clemett retires from TOC
After an extraordinary 58 years and more than 200 meetings, Colin Clemett has retired as Secretary of the Technical Officials Committee.
Clacton & District: Metcalf stars in tough win
Brotherhood G maintained their unbeaten start in Division Three of the Clacton & District League but their 6-4 victory over Nomads Caracals was their toughest match to date.
Emily’s artistry earns design prize
Fitting 41 flags on a table tennis ball has earned Emily Ireland top prize in the Aerobic Table Tennis design a ball competition.
Awards success for two Corby clubs
Corby has proved itself a hotbed of table tennis with Corby Smash and Corby Town TTCs both honoured at the town’s recent sports awards – and Smash also picking up a prize at the Corby Business Awards.
Chelmsford & District: Excalibur put OCs to sword
Writtle Excalibur A are resounding 9-1 winners in division two.
New faces join our competitions team
Carol Miles and Alex Mercer have joined the competitions and events team at Table Tennis England.
BATTS and Urban make fast starts
Essex-based side BATTS were the big winners on the opening weekend of the Premier British League.
Braintree League: Netts shade battle of top two
The first meeting of the season between two of the top teams in the Braintree Table Tennis League produced an evening of fluctuating fortunes.
PG Mutual Nationals to be held at Copper Box
Team World Cup venue to host Nationals - plus dates, venues and selection policies are released for our major events.
Leicester & District: Sportsmanship thrives in big clash
The eagerly awaited clash between the top two in the Leicester & District League’s Division One resulted in a 6-4 victory for defending champions, Unicorn, who defeated Knighton Park.
Two out of two for Le Fevre
Karina Le Fevre took the women's singles title at the Crawley Grand Prix to make it two out of two this season.
Bennett and King lead Crawley winners
After an exciting day’s play in the second Grand Prix of the season, we have our winners of the Crawley GP banded events. Men’s Band... Continue reading
New teams, more matches – Premier British League is back!
Back for a 39th season, Premier British League prepares to take a greater limelight than ever.
Workshop designed to help clubs
Coaches and club officials in Berkshire are being invited to a workshop designed to help get youngsters into the sport and give them a great experience.
ITTF Team World Cup ticket prices revealed
The prices have been set for ITTF Team World Cup 2018 tickets, which go on general sale on November 1.
Congratulations to Ping! Personality winner Peter
Peter Thompson is our Ping! Personality of the Year - read about his dedication to the initiative.
Squad named for Home Countries International
England have named a 13-strong squad for the Home Countries International Championships in Guernsey next month.
Table tennis to be cut from School Games
Table tennis will no longer feature at the School Games from 2018 after the Youth Sport Trust decided to change the make-up of the event based on a government-commissioned review of the Games.
Table tennis has key role in Games
Table tennis was a big part of the National Junior Games, which took place at the Stoke Mandeville complex and were attended by 130 participants.
Walsh aims to reach Youth Olympics
Ethan Walsh has a chance to seal a place at the Youth Olympic Games.
Four new faces in this season’s England Youth Squad
An England Youth Squad of 19 has been named for the 2017/18 season, with four players in the set-up for the first time.
CPD Session at Ackworth School
Please see details below of a fantastic opportunity for coaching CPD at Ackworth School on Tuesday 24th October involving the England Youth Squad and Ackworth... Continue reading
Braintree League: Pacesetters stopped in tracks
Black Notley B and Liberal C had both started the season with three straight wins, which, as the two main challengers to Rayne E’s run to the title last season, was no great surprise.
Clacton & District: Kestrels upset odds
Windsor Kestrels, considered by some to be one of the pre-season relegation favourites in Division One of the Clacton & District League, upset the odds this week with a tight, hard-fought and ultimately impressive 7-3 victory over Walton C.
Leicester & District: Brown’s notable treble
There were two outstanding individual performances in Division One of the Leicester & District League including a terrific maximum from Arnesby’s Ian Brown.
Chelmsford & District: Hume hat-trick spurs win
Three players notched up hat-tricks in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League this week. However, only one of those players - Sam Hume was on the winning side.
Walker runs ends in quarter-finals
Sam Walker turned in some impressive performances to reach the quarter-finals of the Polish Open.
No unlucky 13 for Gofton
For some the number 13 is unlucky but the 13th Bishop Auckland Bribar 2 star was a good event for David Gofton, winning both the Cadet and Junior Boys titles.
Charity event at Stockport TT Academy
It was with great pleasure that Stockport Table Tennis Academy once again held a pre- season tournament and fund raiser on Sunday 17th September, assisted... Continue reading
Impressive Drinkhall adds to Boll scalp
Paul Drinkhall turned in some eye-catching performances to send Team Rossi top of the T2 APAC league in Malaysia.
A qualified success for four in Poland
Four England players made it through the qualifying groups of the Polish Open to reach the knockout stages.
Under starter’s orders for next Club Conference
The next stop in our series of Club and Volunteer Conferences will be at Newmarket Racecourse on Saturday 9th December 2017.
Watch Pitchford vs Boll in the Champions League
Watch Liam Pitchford take on Timo Boll as Hennebont face Dusseldorf in the European Champions League.
Discounted flooring offer for clubs
Here's a great chance for clubs to get a fantastic deal on the flooring used at the Europe Youth Top 10 event in Worcester, courtesy of Stag.
Vecko delighted as GB build towards Tokyo
One year after winning two gold medals at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games the British Para Table Tennis Team has enjoyed its most successful European Championships in the modern era.
Three umpires get Commonwealth call-up
English umpires Harry Jutle, John Mackey and Tom Purcell have been selected to officiate at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia.
GB trio are pure gold!
It was a golden end to the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia for the British team today as Paul Karabardak, David Wetherill and Martin Perry took gold in the men’s class 6 team event.
Exclusive members’ discount on Team World Cup tickets!
Don’t miss your chance to secure tickets for the ITTF Team World Cup - and benefit from our 15% membership discount offer.
Entries open for Tipton; Crawley draw released
The draw for the Crawley Grand Prix is now out - and entries are open for the next stop on the 2017/18 circuit in Tipton next month.
Silver and bronze for GB at Euros
The British team won two medals in the team events at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Lasko, Slovenia.
Rio ace needs help in leukaemia fight
Members of the table tennis family are being urged to join the ITTF and Table Tennis England in helping to fund life-saving treatment for a Rio Olympics heroine.
Braintree League: Felsted aim to bounce back quickly
Felsted RBL C are clearly determined that their stay in division three of the Braintree Table Tennis League will be a short one.
Daybell delight as medal is guaranteed
It proved to be lucky 13 for Kim Daybell as he and Ashley Facey Thompson beat the world team silver medallists Russia 2-1 to reach the semi-finals of men’s class 10 team at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Lasko, Slovenia.
Champions lose ground as Burton excel in WBL
Defending champions YHL dropped three points to stand in third place after weekend one of the Women’s British League at Kettering.
Sponsorship boost for Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club has agreed a new sponsorship deal with Newton Aycliffe-based Ebac.
Chelmsford & District: Remembering Linda Hales
The Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League Committee are deeply saddened to inform you of the death of Linda Hales - who as Linda Barrow was the Chelmsford & District League Ladies Singles Champion in 1974, 1975 and 1976.
Choong and Bardsley among stars at Cippenham
The new table tennis season has got under way with another hugely successful Cippenham Junior 4-Star Open.
Mixed start for GB in team events
After the success of the singles competition it was a mixed start to the team event for the British team at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia.
Clacton & District: Favourites cannot be separated
The two pre-season favourites for promotion met in an early encounter in Division Two of the Clacton & District League and, appropriately, the match between Lawford and Brotherhood H finished with honours even.
Leicester & District: Lancaster takes out big opponents
One of the best individual performances locally for some time, and one that was awarded the “Performance of the Week”, came from Arnesby’s James Lancaster in Division One of the Leicester & District League when his team beat Thringstone 9-1.
Hereford has a great new venue
Hereford County Table Tennis Association has recently agreed the use of Point 4’s indoor futsal arena in Hereford as a table tennis tournament venue.
Davies leads historic 1-2-3 for Britain
Paralympic champion Rob Davies retained his men’s class one singles title at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Slovenia but Will Bayley had to settle for bronze.
Bribar duo top VBL standings
Bribar St Neots Saints and Bribar Failand lead the men’s and women’s Premier Division standings respectively after the first weekend of the Veterans’ British League.
Leicester & District: Rebecca shines in debut thriller
Only one result through from Division One of the Leicester & District League this week so far but it was quite a match with the final result a fitting 5-5 draw.
GB step up their medal hunt
Eleven British players including Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies are still in contention for medals in their respective classes at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Lasko, Slovenia.
Braintree League: Difficult start for Rayne
Relegation from division one could be one of the more interesting conundrums in this season’s Braintree Table Tennis League.
Davies leads British charge
Paralympic champions Rob Davies and Will Bayley and Kim Daybell stood out on a good first day for the British team at the European Para Table Tennis Championships in Lasko, Slovenia.
Clacton & District: Brotherhood turn heads
Brotherhood J produced the most eye-catching result in the opening round of matches of the new Clacton & District League season with a first-ever league victory, a 9-1 success in Division Three over Windsor Swallows.
Watch Drinkhall’s latest T2 APAC matches
Paul Drinkhall faced Vladimir Samsonov and Joo Sae-hyuk in his latest round of T2 APAC fixtures.
Last chance for FREE membership
Table Tennis England's exclusive promotion, offering free membership to players who join First Utility is coming to close.
Braintree League: Challengers start well
The two teams who ran Rayne E close last season have set out their stall as likely challengers in division two of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Top trio make good start
Almost a full house of results in Division One of the Leicester & District League in the first week of the new season, when only Unicorn’s second team needed to postpone.
Everything to play for after JBL opening weekend
More than 200 junior players took centre stage as the first weekend of Junior British League kick-started this season's action.
Payet picks up Bronze in Slovenia
Payet earned Bronze in the Junior Girls Team event at the Slovenian Junior Open, in an otherwise uneventful competition for the English players.
Corbyn praises Brighton Table Tennis Club
Jeremy Corbyn has visited Brighton Table Tennis Club to see their work with refugees and young people with learning difficulties.
QUIZ: Can you name these Olympic winning nations?
Test your Olympic table tennis knowledge by naming all the Olympic medal winning nations since 1988.
Pride of Table Tennis Spotlight: Barbara Bayford
As we enter the last three days of the nomination period for this year's Pride of Table Tennis awards, we put the spotlight on one of last year's regional winners.
McCarthy retires from Wandsworth League
Ian McCarthy has organised table tennis across South London for more than 50 years, but has now decided it is time to retire from organising the sport.
British squad ready for European Para Championships
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head a 16-strong British squad that will compete in the European Para Table Tennis Championships.
Young Ambassadors Blog: My trip to Camp Monroe
Simon Price is one of Table Tennis England’s Young Ambassadors. Here, Simon speaks about his recent involvement with Camp Monroe in America
England win final play-off matches
England finished on a high at the European Championships in Luxembourg as both men's and women's teams won their final matches.
McBeath seals double win for England men
England men racked up two wins but there were two defeats for the women in the positional play-offs at the European Championships.
Governance Review stage one consultation opens
The open consultation period on Table Tennis England’s Governance Review has begun.
Players react to ITTF multi ball trial
The ITTF has tested a new multi ball system where players used multiple balls during a match and not just one.
Two out of three for England in Luxembourg
England's men won their final group match at the European Championships, but the women's team were narrowly defeated by familiar foes Slovenia.
Last few days to nominate your local heroes!
It’s the last week of nominations for the Pride of Table Tennis Awards 2017 – so make sure you don’t miss your chance to nominate a deserving volunteer.
New Social TT Club in Keynsham
Keynsham Table Tennis Club opens its doors for it’s grand opening tomorrow night. The club will meet every Friday evening 6pm-8.30pm and the cost per player... Continue reading
Mixed day for England at the Euros
England's women got their European Championships campaign off to a positive start in Luxembourg today, but there was double disappointment for the men.
Twinning ways at BATTS!
Members at BATTS TTC in Harlow could be forgiven for thinking they are seeing double as no fewer than four young sets of twins are learning the sport at the club.
Could you join our competitions and events team?
We are looking for new full-time team members with a background in table tennis.
Clacton & District: Panthers remain team to beat
In the absence of Old Moore, Paul the Octopus and Madame Arcati, it’s been left to the Clacton & District League’s resident pundit and his trusty crystal ball to consider the possibilities for the new season which begins on Monday 18th September.
Mitchell dominates Hunts 2*
The 2017 Hunts 2 Star, sponsored by Alconbury Weald and Jarvis Sports, was a tremendous success.
Braintree League: Dowsett and Wang add strength
Major last-minute signings have spiced up both the top and bottom of division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Unicorn must do without Patel
Division One of the Leicester & District League has been somewhat dominated by Unicorn over the last few years and they still look strong with Lois Peake, George Briskolas and Tim Sheppard leading the pack.
Europe Youth Top 10 champions!
Cristian Pletea, Adina Diaconu, Samuel Kulczycki and Sophia Klee are the champions of the Europe Youth Top 10.
Two medals for GB at Czech Open
There were two medals for the squad of young British Pathway and Development athletes in the team events on the final day at the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava.
Three unbeaten as Youth Top 10 hots up
Three athletes remain unbeaten after day two of the Europe Youth Top 10 in Worcester.
Davies strikes gold in Czech Open
Paralympic champion Rob Davies has taken gold in the men’s class 1 singles at the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava ahead of his bid to win a third consecutive European title later this month.
Pletea shock on day one in Worcester
Nine players remain unbeaten after day one of the Europe Youth Top 10 at Worcester Arena, but there were shock defeats for top seeds Cristian Pletea and Elena Zaharia.
Vulcan Table Tennis Club
Vulcan Table Tennis Club have been really busy developing their links with the local schools across Sheffield. They have established links with Birley Community School,... Continue reading
Over 50’s Table Tennis session at Ponds Forge, Sheffield
A new over 50’s table tennis session that was set up nearly 12 months ago at Ponds Forge, Sheffield has continued to thrive on a... Continue reading
Bennett replaces ill Jarvis for Top 10
Tom Jarvis has had to withdraw from the Europe Youth Top 10 on the eve of the tournament through illness, with Josh Bennett being drafted in to replace him.
Latest news from the Europe Youth Top 10
How to keep up to date with live scores and results from the Europe Youth Top 10 on Saturday.
Weerasinghe, Jarvis get England chance at Europeans
England are sending an eight-strong team to the European Championships, which begin in Luxembourg next Wednesday.
Listen: Legend Ovtcharov hails his ‘favourite’ tournament
Europe’s top player, Dimitrij Ovtcharov, has spoken of his good memories of the Europe Youth Top 10 as England prepares to host this year’s edition of the event.
Braintree League: Teams eye promotion tussle
Promotion to division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League was one of the harder fought battles last season and this year could see a repeat as the season gets under way this week.
English quartet ready for Youth Top 10 test
Four young England stars are relishing the chance to test themselves on home soil at the Europe Youth Top 10.
Golden boy Davies leads young squad
Paralympic champion Rob Davies will prepare for the defence of his European title at the end of September by competing in the PTT Czech Open in Ostrava this week (September 7-9).
South East edge out North East in fight for title
England South East were the overall champions at the end of three days of passionate competition at the School Games.
Leicester & District: No Parking take Tankard
Not for the first time a team from Abbots Road contested the final of the Leicester & District’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard against one from Knighton Park when the latter, by way of No Parking, sported a decisive 15-5 score line against Abbots All Stars.
South East target a title hat-trick
England South East are on course for a clean sweep of boys’, girls’ and para titles after day two of the School Games at Loughborough University.
ITTF makes two key appointments
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has appointed Steve Dainton as Chief Executive and Raul Calin as Secretary General.
All to play for after busy day one
Multiple teams are still in contention after a pulsating opening day's action at the School Games table tennis at Loughborough University.
UKCC Level 2 Course – Garstang, Lancs
Calling all Level 1 coaches! A UKCC Level 2 Table Tennis Course is being held at at Garstang Community Academy, home of Garstang Table Tennis... Continue reading
Schools table tennis enters a new era
A new era for schools table tennis begins tomorrow as the merger between Table Tennis England and the English Schools Table Tennis Association (ESTTA) takes effect.
12BET unveiled as Team World Cup sponsor
12BET has signed a deal to be the Official Betting and Gaming Sponsor of the ITTF Team World Cup 2018.
Who is Arsenal FC’s table tennis champion?
Watch the final match of Arsenal's 2017 Tour table tennis challenge between Granit Xhaka and Reiss Nelson.
Crawley GP entries now open!
Entries are now open for the second stop of this season’s Grand Prix series.
Ball supplier announced for 2017/18 events
The JOOLA Flash 40+ ball will be the official ball at Table Tennis England’s headline domestic events for the 2017/18 season.
Leicester & District: No Parking drive to victory
The summer team handicap competition organised by the Leicester & District League has reached the semi-final stage with two wildly different results.
Braintree League: Netts strengthen their hand
Netts A have put together a strong squad that looks capable of challenging Liberal A for honours in this season’s Braintree Table Tennis League, which starts next week.
Naphong and Anna shine in France
Naphong Boonyaprapa was England’s best performer at the EuroMini Championships in France – while Wales athlete Anna Hursey won the gold medal in her section.
It’s tough for GB in Taipei
Great Britain's players came up against some formidable opponents at the World University Games as they exited the competition in the first knockout rounds.
Table Tennis England begins governance review
The first stage of Table Tennis England’s review into its governance and structures is under way.
Disappointment as English players Czech out
England's interest in the Czech Open ended as all singles and doubles entries bowed out in the early stages in Olomouc.
British men face Germany test at Worlds
Great Britain's men are through to the knockout stage of the World University Games table tennis, but the women's team are out, despite some strong performances.
England to host 2018 ITTF Team World Cup
The ITTF Team World Cup 2018 is coming to London!
Pitchford bounces back from defeat
Pitchford was beaten in a deciding seventh set in his first match but bounced back to win his second match at the Czech Open.
Time to enter Bishop Auckland 2*
Entries for the 12th Bishop Auckland Bribar 2* on October 1 are now open.
Paterson joins British Paralympic Association Board
Table Tennis England Director Dee Paterson has been appointed a Non-Executive Director of The British Paralympic Association.
Sophie’s Pride at club volunteer award
Sophie Richardson is Club Volunteer of the Year at Loop Table Tennis Club – at the age of just 11.
Learn backhand topspin with Liam Pitchford
It's one of his big weapons and helped him to become the Most Valuable Player at the Ultimate Table Tennis League in India.
Fellowship honour for para coach Greg
The British Para Table Tennis Team’s head coach Greg Baker has become an honorary member of UK Sport’s Coaching Fellowship.
Entries now open for Bristol Academy 4* Junior Open Tournament
Entries for the Bristol Academy of Sport and SGS College Junior 4 Star Open Tournament are now being taken. For a downloadable entry form please... Continue reading
Defending champions make flying start
Chris Doran and Karina Le Fevre win the singles events at the Liverpool Grand Prix.
Liverpool Grand Prix day one results
Result sheets and photos from day one of the first Grand Prix of the season at Liverpool.
Drinkhall knocked out in Bulgaria
Paul Drinkhall's interest in the Bulgaria Open was ended at the first hurdle by Japan's Asuka Machi.
Nottingham quartet take on world
Four University of Nottingham table tennis players are spearheading Great Britain’s efforts at the World University Games, which start in Chinese Taipei next week.
Don’t miss out on Plymouth Junior 2* Open!
Entries are closing soon for the Plymouth Junior 2* Open on September 2 and 3.
Club Affiliation opens for 2017/18
Club Affiliation for the 2017/18 season has now opened and it's easier than ever to become part of our family.
Ping Pong Pops Up in Northampton!
The latest addition to our Ping Pong Parlour project has opened in Northampton.
Table Tennis England members agree governance reforms
Table Tennis England’s membership has voted in favour of governance reforms necessary for the sport to comply with the Government’s new Code for Sports Governance.
Rankings dates for 2017/18 published
Find out the monthly dates for publication of the rankings during the 2017/18 season.
Liverpool Grand Prix draw revealed
It's all systems go for the 2017/18 Grand Prix season launch in Liverpool - and the draw has now been published.
EGM: The choices for our future
An update from Sandra Deaton, Chairman of Table Tennis England, ahead of this weekend's Extraordinary General Meeting.
Coaching CPD – learn from the Leopards
Table Tennis England have an exciting CPD opportunity linked in with the upcoming Europe Youth Top 10 being played in Worcester.
Central Essex Sumer League: Reign of Rayne
Rayne A are the 2017 Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League first division champions.
Sign up for one of our new umpires’ courses
If you want to enjoy table tennis from the best seat in the house, now is the time to enrol on one of our upcoming umpires' courses.
Design contest captures youngsters’ imaginations
Youngsters all over the world have the chance to be inspired by table tennis thanks to a new competition.
Oxford Opens a Pop Up Ping Pong Parlour!
Come along to Ping Oxford‘s Pop Up Ping! Pong Parlour at Oxford University Rugby Club, Iffley Road, Oxford. Open each weekday from Monday 7th... Continue reading
Drinkhall clinches big win
Paul Drinkhall hailed his best performance to date as the T2APAC league reached the halfway point.
Wong and Liu find it tough in Hong Kong
Jamie Liu and Jasmin Wong were given a big test at the Hong Kong Junior & Cadet Open.
Leicester League: Aldis is Bus driving force
Group A of the Leicester League’s summer competition for the Elbow Tankard has been finalised with all matches finished, the two final matches being played side by side and much depending upon the two results.
Drinkhall beaten by Harimoto in T2
Paul Drinkhall was within a couple of points of defeating teenage Japanese star Tomokazu Harimoto in his latest match in the T2 league in Malaysia.
Jarvis heads English quartet for Top 10
Tom Jarvis, Denise Payet, Ethan Walsh and Charlotte Bardsley will take on the best in Europe at next month's Europe Youth Top 10 in Worcester.
Drinkhall sinks Mizutani in last-point drama
Paul Drinkhall beat world No 6 Jun Mizutani 3-2 on the last point of the match as the latest round of the T2 championships got under way in Malaysia today.
EGM update: Fit for the future
An update from Sandra Deaton, Chairman of Table Tennis England, on the way forward to restore funding and review governance.
Survey highlights clubs’ positive vibes
The recent Table Tennis England membership survey has highlighted some fantastic examples of great activity within table tennis clubs.
School Games squads are named
The regional table tennis squads for the School Games at Loughborough University have been named.
Pitchford delight at ‘MVP’ honour
Liam Pitchford admits it was a surprise to be awarded Most Valuable Player at the inaugural Ultimate Table Tennis League in India – but he is “over the moon” about the accolade.
Leicester League: New teams step up
It looks very much “as you were” for the Leicester & District League for the coming season. At the last count with all the expected entries in there will be 57 teams competing, exactly the same number that finished last term.
Indian stunner for champion Liam
Liam Pitchford was named most valuable male player of the series as he helped Falcons to win the inaugural Ultimate Table Tennis league in India.
Drinkhall features twice on Australian Open Top 10
Paul Drinkhall took the number five and number one spots on the top 10 points from the Seamaster 2017 ITTF World Tour Platinum Australian Open.
Statement: EGM latest
Sports Minister Tracey Crouch has today released a statement praising the sports National Governing Bodies which have become compliant with the Government’s new Code for Sports Governance.
Sports Minister praises governing bodies for reforms
Sports Minister Tracey Crouch has praised the way national governing bodies have responded in working to become compliant with the new Code for Sports Governance by the end of October.
Pitchford’s Falcons fly into semi-finals
Liam Pitchford's Falcons TTC are into the semi-finals of the Ultimate Table Tennis League after a 17-10 victory over DHFL Maharashtra United in their latest match.
New academy to launch in Plymouth
A new table tennis academy for sixth-form students will open in Plymouth in September.
Welcome Back to John Andrews and Mark Dare
Our South team is pleased to welcome on board Mark Dare and John Andrews in the role of Development Consultants (part time, 1 day per... Continue reading
Birley Schools Championships Sheffield
Table Tennis at the Birley Academy Joe Stamford and Craig Lawrence became Birley Academy and Birley Primary table tennis champions respectively, following an eventful tournament... Continue reading
Bishop Auckland TTC carers’ scheme recognised
Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club received Young Carers accreditation from Family Action, The Bridge Young Carers.
Club Conferences head to Fulham and Worcester
Now is the time to book your club's place at one of the best networking and development opportunities in grassroots table tennis!
It’s time to join us for the 2017/18 season!
Membership renewals for the 2017/18 season are now open.
Central Essex Summer League: Chelmsford in charge
With four wins in five matches Chelmsford A look the likely favourites to win the first division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League.
Jarvis beaten by top seed in quarters
Tom Jarvis' quarter-final defeat by No 1 seed Cristian Pletea ended England's interest in the European Youth Championships in Portugal today.
Table tennis event helps Manchester attack charity
The Manchester terror attack has inspired the table tennis community to come together for a fundraising pre-season tournament.
Sport England hail Brighton’s refugee work
Brighton Table Tennis Club’s work that helps refugees integrate into the local community is ground-breaking, says Mike Diaper, Executive Director of Sport England, who visited the club earlier this month.
Four out of five advance at Euros
Matt Leete was defeated, but four English players went through in the singles competitions at the European Youth Championships in Portugal.
Video message from CEO Sara Sutcliffe
Table Tennis England Chief Executive Sara Sutcliffe speaks to members following the EGM announcement.
Table Tennis England calls EGM
The Board of Table Tennis England has called an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) as it seeks to restore its suspended Sport England funding.
Bennett reaches main draw in Portugal
Josh Bennett won his opening singles match, but there was bad news in the doubles competitions on day six of the European Youth Championships.
Vanishing point: Leon The Magician makes table disappear
Many players might claim to have a 'magic' shot in their lockers to win a difficult rally. But not many can resort to making the table disappear before their opponent's eyes.
It’s an Apsolut triumph for corporate champs!
Apsolut Group emerged victorious in the Corporate Table Tennis finals day.
England boys a top-10 hit at Euros
England's Junior Boys and Cadet Girls both finished on a high at the European Youth Championships with victories in their final matches - the boys ending in ninth place.
Drinkhall cannot inspire T2 victory
Paul Drinkhall showed some good form but his team lost all three fixtures of the second round of the T2 championships in Malaysia.
Tony Chatwin leads the annual honours list
Selfless servants of the sport were honoured at the recent Table Tennis England AGM.
Sweden deny England in last 16
England's Junior Boys were denied a place in the quarter-finals of the European Youth Championships when they lost 3-2 to Sweden.
Leicester & District: Two on top form in Tankard
The Leicester and District League’s summer handicap team competition for the Elbow Tankard reached its halfway group stage with two teams currently standing proud of the rest, one in each group.
England top group despite Poland defeat
England's Junior Boys were beaten 3-2 by Poland in their final group match at the European Youth Championships, but still went through as group winners.
Jarvis stars as England sink top seeds
Tom Jarvis won all four matches on day one of the European Youth Championships in Portugal to help England's Junior Boys to two victories - including over top seeds France.
Keeping Healthy in Heckmondwike!
On Wednesday 12th July to coincide with National Table Tennis Day, Heckmondwike Table Tennis Centre in West Yorkshire teamed up with Crowlees C of E... Continue reading
Doran is top of pile in Norwich
Saturday 24th June 2017 saw the inaugural NMG Wensum Norwich 1 Star Table Tennis Competition held at Catton Grove Primary School.
Price is right on form at Cippenham
With three titles the undoubted star of the 19th running of the Cippenham Young Players’ Summer Festival was Louis Price.
Pitchford’s Falcons off to flying start
Liam Pitchford's Falcons team got off to a winning start in the first ever fixture of the Ultimate Table Tennis league in India.
England ready for reunions at Euros
Both England Leopards men and women will face opponents they met in the qualifying rounds at the European Team Championships later this year.
Watch Paul Drinkhall vs Chuang Chih-Yuan
Paul Drinkhall has been playing in round 2 of the T2apac league in Malaysia.
Two titles for Todd
The fourth and final Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners TTC 2 Star of the 2016-17 season took place on 2nd July 2017 at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham. There was a massive entry of 97 entrants for this one, which is probably the biggest ever.
Leo in a good Vein of form
38 players took part in the Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Veterans 2 Star Ratings tournament in the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham.
Young Ambassadors blog: A fun day building table tennis
Hugo Ursell is one of Table Tennis England's Young Ambassadors. Here, Hugo speaks about his recent involvement in National Table Tennis Day:
Eddie’s steady at Spinners’ Banded event
A full entry of 29 players contested the Second Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Cadet Banded 1 Star and Circuit tournament.
National #TableTennisDay reaches millions
The sound of table tennis bat on ball reverberated around the country on the fourth National #TableTennisDay.
England’s young stars ready for Euro test
Seven players carry English hopes into the European Youth Championships, which get under way in Guimaraes, Portugal, tomorrow.
Grand Prix entries open for Liverpool
We're revving up the Grand Prix Circuit for the 2017/18 season and are once again heading to Liverpool for the series curtain-raiser. Entries are now open.
A message to all members from Sandra Deaton
I am writing to explain the recent important developments from the AGM.
National Table Tennis Day: Update
The Table Tennis England main event in Manchester will no longer be taking place.
Table Tennis England statement
Table Tennis England confirm funding suspended following AGM vote.
Membership fees for 2017/18 announced
Following approval at the AGM, Table Tennis England's membership fees for 2017/18 have been announced.
Central Essex: Rayne make early running
Early leaders Rayne A scored their third win of the season in the top division of the Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League.
Drinkhall’s Aussie odyssey stands him in good stead
Paul Drinkhall says his run to the semi-finals of the Australian Open has kick-started his preparation for the Commonwealth Games next year.
Historic medal treble for Nottingham
University of Nottingham’s Table Tennis squad won three medals at the European University championships.
Book now for Bishop Auckland Bribar summer camps
Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club will be running two camps during the summer.
Be one of a million on #TableTennisDay!
Are you ready to be one of a million people playing our sport on National Table Tennis Day?
We’re looking for clubs to help us nurture talent
Clubs are being given an exciting new chance to play a key role in Table Tennis England’s talent development programme.
Welcome Jenny, Development & Volunteering Officer
We are pleased to introduce a new member of our South team. Jenny Leach takes up the role of Development and Volunteering Officer in London + SE.
Applications open for Satellite Club funding
Table Tennis England is inviting clubs to apply for grants of up to £850, to develop new and creative sessions for young people aged 11-18.
Drinkhall’s run is ended by Samsonov
Paul Drinkhall's Australian Open run was brought to an end at the semi-final stage by Vladimir Samsonov today.
Table Tennis England confirms ESTTA merger
Table Tennis England and the English Schools Table Tennis Association (ESTTA) will merge from 1st September 2017.
Pitchford ready for his Ultimate test
It will be an Indian summer for Liam Pitchford as he competes in the inaugural Ultimate Table Tennis league.
Drinkhall into Australian Open quarters
Paul Drinkhall has beaten Tristan Flore to advance to the quarter-finals of the Australian Open.
Medal delight for England Vets at the Euros
England returned from the European Veterans’ Championships in Sweden with three gold medals and a clutch of other podium finishes.
Will Michell completes hat-trick at Horsham Spinners
There were just 12 entrants in the Horsham Spinners TTC Championships which took place at the club’s base in Forest School.
Drinkhall on top Down Under
Paul Drinkhall beat the world No 28 to reach the last 16 of the Australian Open, where he will face France's Tristan Flore on Wednesday.
Nun can top league’s carnival-winning float
Nuneaton and District Table Tennis League are celebrating a fabulous double after taking first place for the second consecutive year in the 2017 Nuneaton Carnival.
Leicester & District: Woolman is a six-hit
The Leicester & District League’s summer competition got off to a flying start with all four matches played on time and just one maximum across the field when the ever improving Dan Woolman notched six from six for Electric City when they defeated Desford Dynamos 14-6 in Group B, and he gave points away all round.
National Junior & Cadet Leagues: Entries open
The entry process for the National Cadet League and National Junior League for 2017/18 is now open.
Europe Youth Top 10 – tickets now on sale!
The best young players in Europe are heading to England for the Europe Youth Top 10 – and tickets are on sale now!
2017-18 playing membership fees proposed
The Board of Table Tennis England is proposing to the Annual General Meeting that our playing membership fees will rise for the 2017/18 season.
Every Sport Matters – a new approach to elite sport funding
Table Tennis England is among a group of sports calling on UK Sport to rethink its investment strategy into Olympic and Paralympic sport.
Book your place at our inaugural Annual Conference
Table Tennis England members are being encouraged to book their place at our inaugural Annual Conference on Saturday July 8 which is open to everyone.
Happy 10th Birthday to Haworth Hawks TTC!
It was a busy weekend at Keighley Table Tennis Centre to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the formation of Haworth Hawks Table Tennis Club. The... Continue reading
Download the new TTX app today!
Wish you could play table tennis anytime, anywhere? Well, now you can with the new, cool exciting version of the game – Table Tennis X (TTX)!
Ping! pong at the pier
Lancashire TV, a freeview channel local to the area, recently visited the launch of Ping! in Blackpool.
England impress at Senior Schools event
England earned a clutch of medals, including three individual golds, at the British Senior Schools International.
Five stars get help from SportsAid
Five young stars of table tennis have been awarded financial support under Sport England's Backing the Best programme.
Annual Review 2016/17 published
Table Tennis England's Annual Review for 2016/17 has been published and can be read or downloaded here.
Brown in motion in Horsham
A full entry of 24 players contested the inaugural Jarvis Sports Horsham Spinners Cadet Banded 1 Star and Circuit tournament on 24th June.
Central Essex League: Rayne at the double
The Central Essex Summer Table Tennis League is proving to be more popular than ever and for the first time there are five divisions of two player teams with sides from the Chelmsford, Brentwood, Basildon, Burnham and Braintree Leagues all battling for honours.
Leicester & District: Clubs ready for Elbow challenge
Fifty one years ago I started a summer handicap competition on behalf of the Leicester & District League in conjunction with John Ellis who was the coaching supremo at the time.
Brighton’s good work highlighted at Euro conference
More than 400 delegates from 40 countries will hear about Brighton Table Tennis Club’s work with young refugees at a European Social Services Conference in Malta next week.
Triumphant Trafford on track
The seventh Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star took place on 11th June at the Triangle Leisure Centre, Burgess Hill.
Crucial AGM vote explained
Table tennis faces a crucial vote at our forthcoming AGM to secure the funding of our sport for the next four years.
Table Tennis Day harnesses power of Mind
Table Tennis England is joining forces with Mind, the mental health charity, for National Table Tennis Day.
Crawley & Horsham seal double double
Crawley & Horsham retained the two junior titles, while the senior trophies went the way of Nottingham and Warrington at the English Leagues Cup Competitions Finals.
Parents given questionable advice on twitter
A new Twitter page has been offering questionable advice to parents.
Young medallists tell of their pride
Ten young national champions were crowned at the U10-U13 National Championships in Kettering over the weekend. Here, they reflect on their achievements.
Chiang makes it a golden double
Sophie Chiang added the Under-12 Girls' singles to the Under-13 title she won yesterday, while Naphong Boonyaprapa completed a full set of medals from the U10-U13 National Championships.
Twins peak at Nationals; two titles for Liu
Twins Connor and Anna Green won matching Under-11 singles titles and Jamie Liu took two golds on the first day of the U10-U13 National Championships.
Team gold crowns GB’s German campaign
The British Para Table Tennis Team finished the German Open on a high when Rob Davies, Tom Matthews and Paul Davies beat world champions Italy to win gold in the men’s class 1 team event.
GB squad set up medal bids
The British Para Table Tennis Team is assured of at least five medals in the PTT Bayreuth German Open today.
MBE for Pam Butcher in Birthday Honours
Pam Butcher says she is thrilled to be awarded the MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, describing it as “the icing on the cake”.
Chiang aiming to defend her title at Nationals
Sophie Chiang aims to repeat last year's feat as the only defending champion at the Under-10 to Under-13 National Championships this weekend.
Crawley & Horsham target ELCC repeat
Crawley & Horsham are aiming to notch a double double at the ELCC finals at Westfield Table Tennis Club in Wellingborough this weekend.
Obituary: Former National Councillor Michael Wilson
Former Durham National Councillor and Chairman Michael Wilson has died at the age of 82.
Ping! 2017 launches in spectacular style
A gloriously sunny day saw hundreds of people, from school children to the elderly, take to the tables and have fun at the National Launch of Ping! 2017 .
Brilliant comeback earns Bayley gold
Paralympic champion Will Bayley and Rio team medallist Ross Wilson won gold today in their respective singles events at the PTT Bayreuth Open in Germany and Martin Perry took bronze.
‘Great Scott’ scoops Brighton title
A total of 32 players took part in the Brighton Veterans 2 Star Ratings tournament in Southwick Leisure Centre.
Para players in medal hunt in Germany
Nine British players including men’s class 7 Paralympic champion Will Bayley are through to the quarter-finals in the singles events at the PTT Bayreuth Open in Germany.
Claire’s Introduction to June 2017 newsletter
Welcome to the June edition of the Club’s newsletter. As always, I hope you find the information and links within this newsletter useful for your club’s development.
Anand and Smith star again at Jack Petchey finals
Aadil Anand and James Smith were again among the winners at the Jack Petchey Schools' Table Tennis Finals, with the eight competition victors representing eight different schools.
Liberal A dominate the Braintree Table Tennis League
The dominance of Liberal A in this year’s Braintree Table Tennis League is reflected in this season’s individual averages in which their four main players all finished in the top eight.
Clacton and District League – AGM report
Clacton and District League's 2017 Annual General Meeting held on 6th June at Clacton's Brotherhood Hall.
Paralympic champs lead squad for Germany
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head a team of 13 British athletes that will compete in this week’s PTT Bayreuth Open in Germany.
Ping! Events Coming Up This Summer
Ping! is back and bigger than ever, bringing summer outdoor fun and activity to public spaces all over England and promising to make it a great... Continue reading
Golden finish for Para GB in Spain
A young British squad of Pathway and Development players finished the 2017 PTT Spanish Open Ciutat del Prat on a high with Alex Bland and Lee Wilkinson taking gold in the men’s class 7 team event.
Singles bronze for Wong at 6 Nations
Jasmin Wong was England's best performer in the individual event at the Cadet 6 Nations as she took a bronze medal.
England boys take Cadet 6 Nations gold
England boys won team gold and the girls took bronze at the Cadet 6 Nations in the Netherlands.
Bullen leads trio of podium places
Dan Bullen put up a great performance at the 2017 PTT Spanish Open Ciutat del Prat, taking silver in the men’s class 5 singles.
Para trio advance to semi-finals
Dan Bullen (men’s class 5), Alex Bland and Lee Wilkinson (men’s class 7) are all through to semi-finals today in the singles at the 2017 PTT Spanish Open Ciutat del Prat.
Mixed Doubles added to Olympic Games
International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Committee has announced that Mixed Doubles has been added to the Table Tennis Olympic programme for Tokyo 2020.
Table Tennis England announces new Board members
Table Tennis England has welcomed Doug Livingstone, Dee Paterson and Mark Quartermaine on to its Board of Directors.
Friday Photos 96: England squads from far off days
This month, we share some very old photos which were loaned to Diane Webb while she was at the World Championships.
Shaw-fire success for Jake!
Jake Shaw was awarded the 2016-2017 Mike Johns Trophy for his performances for Cheshire Table Tennis this season.
Table Tennis England’s #volunteersweek
Table Tennis England has been joining in the Volunteers’ Week festivities across the country.
Building a better experience in clubs and leagues
Table Tennis England has launched Be TT, a new support programme for affiliated clubs and leagues.
McAdam reigns in Spain
Young British Pathway athlete Conor McAdam took gold in the men’s class 6-7 singles in the PTT Spanish Junior (U23) Tournament today in El Prat de Llobregat, with Development athlete Alex Bland taking bronze.
Join us in Blackpool for the Ping! launch
Ping! is back and bigger than ever, with no fewer than 24 communities set to make it a great eighth year of the annual extravaganza.
Case study of establishing a new club- Aireborough Community TTC
Work to establish a new club began in April 2015 as part of the Leeds Priority Zone project. An audit of existing clubs in the... Continue reading
Clubs case study – how to achieve ClubMark
Find out how Halton Table Tennis Club and Ramsbottom Table Tennis Academy achieved Clubmark accreditation.
Chelmsford & District: Bocking seal second
Despite being off the pace for much of the season, Bocking have secured second place in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League.
Spanish silver for Bullen and Allen
British Para Table Tennis Team Pathway squad players Dan Bullen and Craig Allen took silver in their respective classes at the PTT Spanish Junior Tournament today in El Prat de Llobregat.
Area Staff Contact Details
Please see below updated contact details for Development Department area team staff, following recent internal re organisation. For enquires related to club & league development please... Continue reading
New Milton TTC hits the mark
New Milton TTC have become the latest in a batch of clubs to complete the Clubmark accreditation process.
New deadline for Jack Petchey Table Donation Scheme
Applications for table tennis packages as part of the Jack Petchey Foundation Table Donation Scheme will now be open until 9am on Friday June 23.
Para GB’s perfect 10 for Spain
The British Para Table Tennis Team is taking a squad of 10 Pathway and Development players to the 2017 PTT Spanish Open Ciutat del Prat and Junior (U23) Tournament taking place in El Prat de Llobregat from June 7-11.
Pettitt among winners at Leics Junior finals
Over 50 players contested the various events in the Leicestershire Junior Championship finals, the organisation of which was headed by Terry Bown with expert assistance from Shirley Pickering, at Knighton Park TTC.
Brilliant Savill is Slovak Junior Open champion
Luke Savill is the Slovak Junior Open champion thanks to a brilliant display in Senec, adding to the team crown won by England earlier in the competition.
Double gold? It’s elementary for Watson
Harry Watson added individual gold to team success and there was an overall title for East Midlands at the Inter-Regional Finals in Kettering.
Six finals, six different winners at Inter-Regionals
Six different regions had cause for celebration as the six team events were played to a thrilling finish at the Inter-Regional Finals today.
All ready for finals at Inter-Regionals
The jockeying for position is over and the teams are ready for tomorrow morning’s finals and play-offs at the Inter-Regional Championships.
England boys win gold at Slovak Junior Open
England’s boys have won gold at the Slovak Junior Open, beating top seeds Germany 3-1 in the final.
Broadcast deal leads to award
Table Tennis England has won a silver medal at the Sport Business Awards for its groundbreaking broadcast partnership with theSPORTbible.
England quartet react to Worlds display
England’s Leopards have been talking about their performance at the World Championships.
Can you better this Liam Pitchford trickshot?
Liam Pitchford has been taking some time out from the 2017 World Table Tennis Championships to take on the TATA Door Trickshot Challenge.
Relentless Ovtcharov sinks Drinkhall
European No 1 is too good for English ace at the Worlds, while Sam Walker & David McBeath are also out, beaten in the last 16 of the doubles.
Bucks coaches invited to join Development Programme
Applications are now being taken for Buckinghamshire's table tennis coaches and mentors to join the Leap Coaching Development Programme.
Cheryl: Why I love volunteering
To mark the start of Volunteers Week, which runs from June 1-7 every year, we talk to regular Nationals volunteer Cheryl McKeown.
Could this be the end of the wooden blade?
ITTF to explore alternatives to wooden table tennis blades.
Weikert re-elected as ITTF President
Germany’s Thomas Weikert has won the ITTF Presidential election, defeating Jean-Michel Saive by 118 votes to 90.
Drinkhall sets up Ovtcharov clash at Worlds
Paul Drinkhall is through to the last 64 of the World Championship singles and Sam Walker & David McBeath are into the last 16 of the doubles.
Gofton and O’Connor shine at Darlington
David Gofton and Anais O'Connor were double winners as the Darlington 2* returned after a year's absence.
England squad named for Cadet 6 Nations
England are sending a squad of 10 to compete at the Cadet 6 Nations in the Netherlands next month.
Walker & McBeath march into last 32
Sam Walker & David McBeath will carry England's hopes into the last 32 of the men's doubles at the World Championships, but Paul Drinkhall & Liam Pitchford are out.
Mason’s Brighton idea becomes reality on i360!
Brighton Table Tennis Club hit another high spot by holding a special exhibition match at the top of the i360 tower in the city.
Good Evans notches best win at Burgess Hill
The sixth Jarvis Sports Burgess Hill 2 Star took place on 28th May at the Triangle Leisure Centre, Burgess Hill. There were 66 entrants.
Lucy and Ollie among Surrey winners
Under-13, 15 & 18 events for both boys and girls were recently held by the Surrey Table Tennis Association.
Braintree League: Liberal find winning Brand
Once it became clear that Brandon Crouchman intended to play regularly for Liberal A, there was very little doubt where the Braintree Table Tennis League title would end up this year.
Leicester League: Perfect 10 for Wisdish
Seven players contested the Rose Johnson Memorial Trophy, the ladies’ annual handicap singles which has been organised on behalf of the Leicester and District League by Shirley Pickering for several years.
Governance and fees on AGM agenda
Important proposed changes to Table Tennis England’s governance will be tabled at the forthcoming AGM.
World Championships draw revealed
David McBeath will face players from Vietnam and Afghanistan in the group stage of the World Championships in Dusseldorf.
NETTS gain thanks to new lighting
NETTS Table Tennis Club held a successful ‘Lift Off!’ event to celebrate the installation of new LED Lighting at their home venue, part funded by Table Tennis England.
Proposed governance changes on table at AGM
Important governance changes will be discussed at the Table Tennis England AGM on July 8. Here, Chairman Sandra Deaton outlines the proposals.
Table finder partnership launched
Table Tennis England has partnered with ttRadar.com to advertise locations in England where people can play table tennis.
Winning Edge issue six out now!
The latest issue of our coaching magazine The Winning Edge is out now!
Watch the ECQ play-off matches highlights
If you missed the highlights programme from England men and women's double-header play-off ties in Preston on Sky Sports Mix, you can now watch them on our YouTube page.
Can you help Dawson’s cancer fight?
Table tennis enthusiasts are being urged to get behind a fundraising initiative to help a toddler access potentially life-saving cancer treatment.
England quartet ready for Worlds
Read the thoughts of England's players ahead of the World Championships, which start in Dusseldorf next week.
Watson treble at Cheshire Closed
The Cheshire Closed Table Tennis Championships were held at Halton Table Tennis Centre, Select Security Stadium, Widnes.
Braintree League: Netts are comeback kings
Netts B staged a dramatic comeback to claim the Braintree Table Tennis League Team Knockout Cup after staring defeat in the face at 4-1 down in the nine-set final.
Doran and Le Fevre top the Grand standings
Chris Doran won his third overall title and Karina Le Fevre her fourth on a pulsating final day to the Grand Prix series in London.
Bardsley reaches last eight in Spain
Charlotte Bardsley was England’s best performer at the Spanish Junior & Cadet Open.
No Grand finale as Jenkins bows out
After 55 event wins and with eight series champion titles under his belt, Ryan Jenkins has called time on his Grand Prix career.
Capital gains for Bolton and Evans in London
Emily Bolton and Callum Evans were celebrating at the double as they won the Band 1 titles on day one of the final Grand Prix of the season in London – clinching the overall series championships in the process.
Vecko hails GB show at Worlds
The British team ended the inaugural PTT World Team Championships in Slovakia on a winning note today as Aaron McKibbin and Billy Shilton won their final play-off match against Slovakia to secure seventh place in men’s class 8.
Three medals for GB at Worlds
The British team took three bronze medals at the PTT World Team Championships in Slovakia in men’s class 1, men’s class 6 and women’s class 4-5.
PG Mutual boss: Why I love table tennis
The boss of PG Mutual, sponsors of the National Championships for the past two years, has been talking about his love for table tennis - and offers our members an exclusive deal.
Obituary: Table Tennis England Vice-President Ray Yates
Table Tennis England’s oldest surviving Vice-President, Ray Yates, died recently at the age of 95.
A ‘Magic’ display at Cippenham!
When Cippenham Table Tennis Club held its annual Club Championships over four evenings in the first half of May, it was Maciej “Magic” Dlogozima who played the starring role.
British team stay in hunt for Para medals
It was another successful day for the British team on day two of the PTT World Team Championships in Slovakia.
Save the date for National #TableTennisDay
National Table Tennis Day is just a few weeks away and we’re enlisting the help of the table tennis family as we aim to get ONE MILLION people playing.
Legend Deng is university guest
Table Tennis legend Deng Yaping was one of the guests of honour at the official opening of the David Ross Sports Village at the University of Nottingham.
Leopards in Swedish warm-up
England will face Sweden next Monday in a practice match ahead of the World Championships.
Good opening day for British Para team
The British team made a good start to the PTT World Team Championships in Slovakia with wins in women’s class 4-5, men’s class 1, men’s class 6 and men’s class 8.
How table tennis balls are made
Have you ever wondered how table tennis balls are produced? Well, now you can find out.
Obituary: John Lawton, International Umpire
Tributes have been paid to International Umpire John Lawton, who has died at the age of 75.
Table Tennis England to support Weikert in ITTF vote
Table Tennis England is supporting Germany’s Thomas Weikert in the forthcoming ITTF presidential elections.
It’s official: Table tennis is all over the world!
Table tennis has become literally a global sport after the ITTF became the first international sports federation to achieve a full house of national associations under its umbrella.
Braintree League: Rayne bag cup double
Rayne have taken the first two cup trophies in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: Rogers is club champion
Knighton Park, the largest table tennis club in Leicestershire and the only one with its own premises catering solely for the sport, held its club finals that produced a new club champion in 15-year-old Jack Rogers.
Para squad in hunt for world medals
The British Para Table Tennis Team will compete in four events in the inaugural World Team Championships in Slovakia starting tomorrow.
Entries open for Junior British League
Entries are now open for the 2017/18 Junior British League season.
May Bank Holiday Training Days in Bristol
Bristol Table Tennis Academy Club are running two half term training days on Tuesday 30th May and Thursday 1st June. It is open to players of... Continue reading
Discover how our talent pathways work
Sport England Club Matters recently visited one of Table Tennis England's Talent Development Centres.
Dr Miriam Stoppard: Why table tennis is great for the brain
Super-agers should consider taking up the game of ping pong, according to TV preseter Dr Miriam Stoppard.
Ping! Liverpool Volunteers Needed
Can you give some time to support PING! Liverpool as a PING! volunteer? PING! is hear again in the City of Liverpool this summer, with 30 outdoor... Continue reading
Young medallists delighted with their success
Read the views of our Cadet & Junior National Champions and medallists to their achievements at Medway Park over the weekend.
Team silver for Davies & Matthews in Slovenia
Paul Davies and Tom Matthews took silver in the men’s class 1 team event on the last day of competition at the PTT Slovenia Open.
Clacton & District: Condors cup glory
Windsor Condors grabbed the Cup glory for the 2017 season with a 5-3 win over Nomads Panthers in the Handicap Knock-Out Cup final held this week at Clacton’s Brotherhood Hall.
Braintree League: Rayne in position to reign
Rayne A have put themselves in a position to become the first team since 2004 to win both the team and handicap knockout cups in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Para squad a six-hit in Slovenia
The British Para Table Tennis Team picked up six medals in the singles events at the PTT Slovenia Open.
Golden treble for Payet as Jarvis defends title
Denise Payet was the star of the day, winning a golden hat-trick at the Cadet & Junior Nationals, while Tom Jarvis retained his singles title.
It’s perfect for 10 quarter-finalists in Slovenia
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies led the way for the British team at the Slovenia Open with Bayley among 10 players through to quarter-finals and Davies already assured of a medal with a bye into the semi-finals.
Walsh and Bardsley take titles
Charlotte Bardsley and Ethan Walsh are the Cadet Singles champions for 2016/17.
New start at Heacham, thanks to grant
A Table Tennis England grant has revolutionised Heacham TTC and allowed them to hold their first official coaching session.
Graham-Adams takes Circuit title
There was a very low entry for the Horsham Spinners TTC Circuit Tournament on April 22, probably due to it being at the end of the Easter holidays. However, the event went ahead with two Bands of seven and eight players.
Walker bows out in Croatia
Sam Walker's run at the Croatia Open has ended in the last 16 at the hands of Germany's Benedikt Duda.
Friday Photos 95: Moore about Carole
Carole Moore was one of our most highly decorated female players gaining honours at national and international level. After she stopped playing Carole went on to become a highly respected coach who has been involved with the development of some of the top players of today.
Young stars ready to shine at Nationals
England’s best young players go head-to-head for glory at the Cadet & Junior Nationals this weekend – and judging by recent results it could be a thrilling competition.
Walker sinks Pitchford to move into last 16
Sam Walker kept up his recent run of good form against Liam Pitchford as he defeated his England team-mate 4-3 in a dramatic match at the Croatia Open.
Last few days to enter Grand Prix finale in London
The Grand Prix series is ready for a thrilling climax in London later this month - and entries will close on Sunday.
Sky broadcast date for play-offs revealed
The latest table tennis highlights package to be shown on Sky Sports Mix will be broadcast on Tuesday and Wednesday next week.
Pitchford and Walker could meet in Croatia
Liam Pitchford and Sam Walker have been handed a possible meeting at the Croatia Open, but Sam Mabey and David McBeath have been knocked out.
Harry Jutle’s Blue Badge journey
Table Tennis England umpire Harry Jutle describes his journey to becoming an ITTF Blue Badge Umpire.
King Artur ends Doran’s winning streak
Chris Doran’s streak of winning the last seven Grands Prix he had entered was ended at the Burgess Hill Satellite event at the weekend.
Champ Bayley back on international stage
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head a 15-strong British squad that will compete in the PTT Slovenia Open in Lasko from May 6-9.
Matthew Syed admits one of his biggest regrets
Everyone has regrets in their life and sporting careers and Matthew Syed is no exception.
Liu and Leete lead English medal haul
Players from various clubs and schools came together under the England flag at the Zagreb Open – with great success.
Is your business up for the Fight?
The search is on for table tennis-loving companies who are up for proving themselves in the heat of battle.
Inter-Spinal Games a great success for table tennis
The annual Inter Spinal Games were again held at Stoke Mandeville over three days and were a great success for table tennis.
RAF duo earn Masters medals
The RAF Table Tennis Association represented the UK at the World Masters Games in Auckland and returned with two medals.
Braintree League: Crouchman bags singles title
Beaten only once in the league this season, Brandon Crouchman confirmed his status as Braintree Table Tennis League’s leading player when he landed the men’s singles at his first attempt.
Chelmsford & District: Hatfield Peverel sign off in style
Hatfield Peverel B, long-time leaders of division three of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League, completed their fixtures with a 7-3 win over OCs E.
Now community groups can get in the Loop
The Loop family is set to get bigger as Table Tennis England launches Loop in the Community today.
Leicester & District: Trophy win for Park
A local event, if not unique then highly unusual, is the Rose Johnson Challenge Trophy organised by the Leicestershire Association that I believe is the oldest competition in this area which, in its early years, went through a couple of changes before settling down to the present format around 50 years ago – that of handicapped teams of four playing each of the opposition one game up to 21, making 16 games in all.
Clacton & District: Eagles leave it late
Windsor Eagles secured third place in Division One of the Clacton & District League - by winning match 10 of their very last game of the season.
Delight for hosts Horsham
Players from the host club, Horsham Spinners TTC, won three of the four bands at the HSTTC Circuit event on March 18 refereed by Ray Crockford. There were 25 entrants from eight clubs, which is a good number.
It’s a pair of (t)wins at ESTTA finals!
Twins Connor and Anna Green won historic titles and there were also victories for brothers Benjamin and Joseph Hee at the Butterfly ESTTA Individual Finals.
English pair knocked out in Slovenia
Sam Walker and Andrew Baggaley saw their interest in the Slovenian Open ended in the last 16.
Baggaley and Walker march on in Slovenia
Sam Walker and Andrew Baggaley are into the last 16 of the Men's Singles at the Slovenian Open, while Luke Savill had one of his best career results in the Under-21s.
Matt wins place on ITTF coaching scheme
National Youth Coach Matt Stanforth has won a place on the ITTF’s 2017 Mentorship Programme.
Wray to go! Katie is at the double
Darlington Table Tennis Academy's rising star Katie Wray won both the Cadet and Junior Girls' events in the recent Halifax Junior 2* Open.
Table Tennis England in spotlight on awards night
Table Tennis England missed out to England Hockey in the National Governing Body of the Year Award at the BT Sport Industry Awards.
Jarvis shines in Slovenia
Tom Jarvis picked up a notable victory to become one of three English players to join 29th seed Sam Walker in the last 64 of the Slovenian Open.
New range of coaches’ clothing launched
Table tennis coaches can really look the part in our new range of quality clothing.
Nominate your club and league heroes
The search is on for the superstars of grassroots table tennis as we open the Pride of Table Tennis Awards for the 2016/17 season.
Who will be crowned ESTTA champions?
Gauri Duhan is the only returning defending champion at the Butterfly ESTTA Individual Championships in Wolverhampton on Saturday.
Cippenham Junior 4*: Hee, Kerr among champions
There were no local winners at the weekend’s third running of the Cippenham Junior 4-Star Championships but, nevertheless, the event was a great success for the local table tennis club, attracting a high quality entry from around the country.
Clacton & District: Hat-tricks for Edwards, Stallwood
Gracie Edwards and Colin Stallwood took the starring roles in the Clacton & District League’s 2017 Closed Championships held at the Clacton Coastal Academy Sports... Continue reading
Patterson double champion in Croatia
Mollie Patterson won both the Cadet and Junior Girls’ titles at the Milenij Open in Croatia.
Braintree League: Four champions in junior finals
Success was shared around in the junior events at the Braintree Table Tennis League’s individual tournament.
Halton League finals night full of surprises
The Halton Table Tennis League held its Finals Night and presentation of trophies in the company of the Mayor of Halton Councillor Ged Philbin (president), Mayoress Rosalin Wong and Karen Tonge MBE (chairman) from the Halton Table Tennis League.
Leicester & District: KP lead roll call of cup winners
The five Leicester & District League Cup finals have all been played. These are graded competitions with the idea of allowing everyone in the league, right down to the bottom division, some sort of chance to be competitive.
Chelmsford & District: Excalibur put champs to sword
The division four Knock Out Cup final in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League produced a marathon encounter and it was Writtle Excalibur who emerged as sensational 5-4 winners over division four champions Hatfield Peverel.
Euro medals for Bardsley and Payet
Denise Payet won silver and Charlotte Bardsley two bronzes at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open in Spa. Payet won her medal alongside USA’s Amy... Continue reading
London calling! Grand Prix entries open
The Grand Prix season is set for a dramatic climax in London next month - and now is the time to secure your entry!
Time to enter Fire Service championships
The UK Fire Service national table tennis championships will be held in London next month.
McCallum hails Drumchapel title victory
Champions Drumchapel ended their campaign with a bang as they defeated North Ayrshire 8-0 in the British League Premier Division.
Anais at the double at Bishop Auckland
The final Bishop Auckland Bribar 2 star of the season took place on the 9th of April, with players from as far away as Southampton taking part.
Obituary: Derek Tyler, international umpire
It was with great sadness that we learnt of the recent death of Derek Tyler, a Table Tennis England Vice-President.
English quartet knocked out in Belgium
Charlotte Bardsley and Joe Clark reached the main draw at the Belgium Junior & Cadet Open.
Ping Pong Players Needed for YMCA Bournemouth Fundraiser
YMCA Bournemouth are looking for people to join in with their ping-pong-sing-song event. If you are free on the 5th or 6th of May to... Continue reading
Chance for coaches to take it to the next Level
Table Tennis England is offering coaches the chance to enhance their skills and climb the professional ladder at a Level 3 coaching course later this year.
Step back to the start of table tennis time!
England features heavily in a new ITTF film which looks at the highlights of 90 years since the world governing body was formed.
It’s ‘Mob rule’ at London Academy NJL
The National Junior League at London Academy ended with Moberly B winning the division one gold medal after four days of competition through the season.
Blackpool Ping! Volunteers Needed
Can you give some time to support PING! Blackpool as a PING! volunteer? PING! and the national launch is coming to Blackpool this summer! with 29 table tennis tables... Continue reading
Have you won in our Bribar competition?
Three lucky winners have scooped some great prizes in our Bribar competition, held to celebrate TV coverage of the PG Mutual Nationals.
Island squad looks for helping hand
The Isle of Wight table tennis team are raising funds to compete at this summer’s Island Games.
RAF high-fliers set for world stage
The RAF Table Tennis Association will be carrying the flag – literally – for the United Kingdom at the World Masters Games.
England miss out on top Euro division
England men's ambitions of playing in the top division at the European Championships later this year were ended in Slovakia tonight - while the women's team lost in Spain.
Hectic month at Halton
The last three weeks has seen Halton table tennis players taking part in events round the country.
Braintree League: Punt the marathon man
In an impressive feat of endurance, Dave Punt played in two matches in one evening in the Braintree Table Tennis League – and won five of his six singles, two of them in a rare excursion into division one.
Clacton & District: Top two prepare for cup clash
The Handicap Knock-Out Cup organised by the Clacton & District League started in December last year with 37 teams but now there are just two teams left in the competition - who happen to be the League’s top two sides, Nomads Panthers and Windsor Condors.
Le Fevre hits top 15 in Luxembourg
Karina Le Fevre was the best English finisher at the Luxembourg Open, sealing 15th position out of 70 participants.
Tell us what you want from your sport!
Please take 10 minutes to tell us what you want from your sport and you could win some fantastic prizes, including a training session with the England squad!
Teams battle into ELCC finals
The Zonal Rounds for the ELCC took place in various parts of the country over the weekend of April 8-9. There were some interesting and surprising results and many closely fought matches.
Charlotte rules the airwaves at the Beeb
Up and coming star Charlotte Bardsley was a smash hit at the BBC 5Live studios as she took on Olympian Matthew Syed.
Watch England v Netherlands highlights
If you missed the England Leopards highlights programme on Sky Sports Mix this week, you can now watch it on our YouTube channel.
New Weekly Bristol Butterfly Challengers Competition
New weekly tournament ‘Bristol Butterfly Challengers’ starts April 26th at Bristol Table Tennis Academy. £5 entry with £50 going to the winner each week!! ... Continue reading
Visitors leave England with much to do
England's hopes of qualifying for the top division of the European Championships suffered a double hammer blow as both men an women lost the home legs of their play-offs tonight.
Bishop Auckland high point at Sheriff’s awards
The Durham High Sheriff awards were held at the spectacular Bowes Museum on April 6, with Bishop Auckland Table Tennis club coming away with a prize for their commitment to young people.
Don’t miss today’s LIVE England action!
It's a big day of broadcast action for English table tennis, and here's how you can make sure you don't miss a second!
Chelmsford & District: It’s Maldon’s title
The outstanding team in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League this season - Maldon A - have been crowned champions as expected.
Braintree League: Holders tumble out of cup
The Braintree Table Tennis League handicap cup holders and favourites have been knocked out in the quarter-final of this year’s competition.
Clacton & District: All to play for at top and bottom
With just two weeks of the Clacton & District League season remaining, the issues at the top and bottom of all three Divisions are becoming clearer.
Jack, Ross and Sue take top titles
Ross Wilson and Jack Hunter-Spivey have won the Open singles titles in the standing and wheelchair categories respectively at the 2017 British Para Table Tennis Championships in Grantham.
Leicestershire vets edged out of promotion
Leicestershire’s Veterans second team just failed to gain promotion from Division 2B in the County Championship.
Easter Training Camp in Bristol
Bristol Table Tennis Academy Club are running an Easter Training Camp on the 19th and 20th April 2017. It is open to players of all ages... Continue reading
Awesome foursome claim National Cup titles
Ethan Walsh, Charlotte Bardsley, Naphong Boonyaprapa and Sophie Chiang were the champions at the end of a second day of twists and turns at the Cadet & Under-12 National Cup.
Nine unbeaten at National Cup
No fewer than nine players boast 100% records at the end of day one of the Cadet and Under-12 National Cup in Preston.
Friday Photos 94: Chester Barnes, the great enigma
George Barnes doesn’t have quite the same ring about it but that is how the table tennis player known as Chester Barnes was christened.
Horsham Spinners 2 Star: Worthy winner Wilson
The third Horsham Spinners TTC 2 Star of the 2016-17 season at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham had a lower entry this time of 56 entrants, due mainly to the fact that the Regional Qualification tournaments were happening on the same day across the regions.
Watch out for the England Leopards
Table Tennis is taking over the airwaves next Tuesday with both live and recorded England action available to millions of viewers.
U10-U13 Nationals: Invitations
Invitations to the Under-10 to Under-13 National Championships will be sent out later this month.
Watch the Sky PG Mutual Nationals programme
Here's your chance to watch the 2017 PG Mutual National Championships highlights that aired on Sky Sports Mix.
Coaching course dates announced around the country
Have you ever thought about using your passion for table tennis to help other players get more out of the sport?
Rio heroes headline Para Nationals
Paralympic champions Will Bayley and Rob Davies head the entries for this year’s British Para Table Tennis National Championships which take place at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre this weekend.
‘Honoured’ Payet ready for senior England debut
Denise Payet is relishing her first call-up to the England senior squad for the European Championships qualifying play-offs.
Pitchford and Drinkhall get Games call-up
With exactly one year to go until the Commonwealth Games 2018, Paul Drinkhall and Liam Pitchford have been named in the Team England squad to travel to Australia.
New funding cycle begins
Table Tennis England welcomes the new four-year cycle which commenced on April 1 2017 and runs until 31 March 2021.
Competition: Win great prizes ahead of Nationals TV show!
Table tennis comes to Sky Sports tomorrow night – and to celebrate, we have teamed up with Bribar for a special competition with some great prizes!
Braintree League: Black Notley boost survival bid
Two wins in a row have put Black Notley B back in the driving seat in the fight to avoid relegation from division one of the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Clacton & District: Walton a whisker away
Walton D are within a whisker of confirming the Clacton & District League’s Division Three title.
Leicester & District: KP’s perfect tenths
With the Leicester & District League in its final two weeks of “catch-up” time there are, naturally, fewer matches to record but those that are being played make up for the lack of numbers both with excitement and significance, particularly in the lower divisions.
Jarvis and Payet are the perfect champions
Tom Jarvis and Denise Payet both maintained unbeaten records to finish top of the pile at the Junior National Cup.
Chelmsford & District: Bocking hit form
Bocking, who rather unexpectedly occupy the bottom place in the first division of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League, were the week’s big winners beating Rawreth A 9-1.
Perfect day for trio at National Cup
Two boys and one girl remain undefeated after day one of the Junior National Cup in Milton Keynes.
New competition format set for 2018 launch
Table Tennis England has announced a new competition format will come into effect next season.
Top young players target cup success
Tom Jarvis is top seed for the defence of his Junior National Cup boys' title this weekend, but there will be a new girls' champion.
Nabarro nabs two medals
The second Horsham Spinners TTC 2 Star of the 2016-17 season took place on 5th March 2017 at the College of Richard Collyer, Horsham. There were 71 entrants and all events got the minimum of 16 players to qualify for bonus ranking points.
Ping Pong Camden Opens Its Doors!
Ping Pong Camden launches on Friday 7th April at Basil Jellicoe Hall!
PG Mutual Nationals highlights on Sky Sports Mix
Highlights of the PG Mutual National Championships will be shown on Sky Sports Mix next week.
Nottingham quartet in BUCS worlds squad
The University of Nottingham dominates the six-strong Great Britain squad for this summer's World University Summer Games in Chinese Taipei.
Welcome to the latest clubs newsletter
Welcome to the April 2017 edition of the Table Tennis England Clubs newsletter.
Weald win NCL title at Horsham
Weald, Darenth and Horsham Spinners were the winners of the National Cadet League at Horsham.
World rankings overhaul planned
The ITTF is planning a revamp of the way the world rankings are worked out from January 2018.
British League: Drumchapel put one hand on trophy
Drumchapel continue to march on at the front and now top the league with 19 points after this weekend’s match against Cardiff City.
Lancashire Closed Championships – 6/7 May
Entry forms are now available for the Lancashire Closed Championships taking place at Garstang TTC, Garstang Community Academy on 6th and 7th May 2017. The event... Continue reading
This Girl Can in Weymouth!
A new 8 week course has been set up by the Weymouth and District Table Tennis League aimed at inspiring young women and girls to... Continue reading
Follow Brighton lead and celebrate World Table Tennis Day!
Brighton Table Tennis Club are putting themselves at the forefront of building bridges through sport as part of World Table Tennis Day, which is on Thursday April 6.
New Community Club Opens at Nightingale Academy!
Table Tennis England are supporting Nightingale Academy as they launch a new community table tennis club on Saturday mornings. The club will be open to... Continue reading
Braintree League: Netts ready to move up
Netts C now have one hand and several fingers on the Braintree Table Tennis League division three trophy after dispatching their closest rivals Rayne H 9-1.
Leicester & District: Corey, Jack and Edward take titles
There were no shocks in the additional Leicester Closed Championship events for younger participants with Corey Lancaster winning the Under-11s by beating Alec Wyness 3-0 (11-4, 11-3, 11-4), while Jack Rogers had a similar result in the Under-15s against Abdul Rahman Shaikh, also 3-0 (11-4, 11-3, 11-3).
Success for Pathway Squad in Romania
A squad of young British Para Table Tennis Pathway Squad athletes has added three medals in the Romania Open to the five medals won in the Junior (U23) Open at the PTT RITTO in Cluj-Napoca.
Chelmsford stalwart George Gale passes away
The Chelmsford League Committee are saddened to report the death of George Gale, who became a Life Member of the League in 1977 and who won the Men’s Doubles title in the Chelmsford Championships in 1969 paired with his Rosebery team-mate Steve Conquest.
Clacton & District: Leaders are derailed
Russell Hillier and his Brotherhood D colleagues hit the Clacton & District League headlines for the second time in a month as they set the Division Two title race wide open, taking the last four games of the evening to record a 7-3 win over long-time leaders Brotherhood H.
Trent’s Doran wins the battle of the universities at Nottingham Grand Prix
Former Nottingham Trent University student Chris Doran won the Men's Singles event on the University of Nottingham's own campus as four top English internationals battled it out at the penultimate full grand prix of 2016/17
Nottingham student Harrison takes top honours at Notts Grand Prix
University of Nottingham student Adam Harrison won the top prize on offer on day one of the Nottingham Grand Prix as home comforts helped him secure a surprise title.
Ackworth double up at ESTTA finals
Ackworth School took two trophies as the Butterfly ESTTA team champions were crowned.
Buy your tickets and get to meet the England Leopards!
Here's your chance to get close to the England Leopards at their European qualifying double-header!
Hood and Driver are top class
More than 80 players gathered for the final of the Nottingham Table Tennis Junior League 2016/2017 to see who were going to be crowned champions.
Unstoppable Drumchapel close on title
The British League Premier Division is nearing its end and the table is split into three sections - Drumchapel and Ormesby at the top, Halton trailing at the bottom and the rest in the middle.
Chesterman boosted by SportsAid grant
England Youth Squad member Sam Chesterman has been presented with a £1,000 award from SportsAid.
Teams ready to battle for ESTTA supremacy
There will be plenty of new champions at the English Schools Table Tennis Association team finals in Hinckley on Saturday.
Quartet named in England squad for Worlds
England have named a squad of four players for the World Championships in Dusseldorf in May.
Chelmsford & District: Writtle edge a real thriller
Writtle Excalibur A have battled their way through to the Division Two Knockout Cup final in the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League after beating Galleywood A 5-4 in a thrilling semi-final.
Clacton & District: Super-fit super-vets at double
The legs of super-veterans Derek Willis, Paul Meikle and Colin Dearman were made to work hard this week but the three players proved up to the task to record two excellent wins - in two different guises.
Leicester & District: LeButt claims title treble
Andy LeButt, who plays out of Leicester Electricity in the Leicester & District League, was the most successful player of the Leicester Closed Championships, as well as being one of the busiest over the two days of the main events.
Braintree League: Hasler and Gowers in spotlight
Roger Hasler and Tim Gowers are used to finding themselves playing second or third fiddle to their colleagues in the Braintree Table Tennis League. But both had their moment in the sun in their recent matches.
Nottingham Grand Prix draw released
The draw has been made for a strong Nottingham Grand Prix as the series moves towards an exciting climax.
London Academy 2*: Federica finds form
The second London Academy 2 Star of the 2016-17 season took place on February 5th in Edgware. There was a good size entry of 82 players (128 entries).
Wensum TTC National Junior and Cadet League
Sunday 19th March saw the final day of competition in the 2016/17 Eastern Region National Cadet and Junior leagues held at Stowmarket TTC. Wensum TTC... Continue reading
McBeath knocked out by top-100 ace
David McBeath's run in the Belarus Open was ended at the last 32 stage by world No 80 Daniel Gorak of Poland.
BPTT updates – March 2017
It’s been a busy few weeks for the team at British Para Table Tennis, with an open event in Draycott, launch of the new Futures Programme and the squad dominating the Lignano Master Open in Italy!
Norwich and District Junior Championships 2016/17
The Norwich Junior Championships took place on Saturday 11th March 2017 at Catton Grove School, 18 young people took part in what proved to be... Continue reading
Look behind the scenes at Grantham College
A new promotional video showcases the table tennis academy at Grantham College.
Girls get the Premier League experience
It was a day for girls to enjoy all the benefits – both physical and social – that table tennis offers.
McBeath into main draw in Minsk
David McBeath won all three group matches to reach the knockout stage of the Belarus Open in Minsk.
There’s still time to enter the para Nationals
There is just over a week left for entries to the British Para Table Tennis National Championships.
Leopards set for Preston play-off double-header
It’s the first England double-header on home soil for almost three years – and now is the time to buy your tickets.
Andy’s a winner by royal appointment
Andy Bray from Haworth Hawks Table Tennis Club became a worthy recipient of a prestigious Torch Trophy Award last night.
Danny and Ormesby play part in mental health challenge
Mental health campaigner Richard Kirby came up against England international Danny Reed for his latest in a series of challenges.
Highlights from the PG Mutual Nationals
Relive the best of the action from three superb days of the PG Mutual National Championships in Nottingham!
Chairman’s Message – March 2017
I hope many of you had the opportunity to watch the superb table tennis at our recent PG Mutual National Championships at the University of Nottingham. The live internet streaming and coverage of games allowed us to continue and develop these opportunities for using new - as well as existing - forms of media to promote our sport to a wider audience.
Payet tumbles out in Italy
Denise Payet, fresh from winning women's singles bronze at the PG Mutual National Championships, was knocked out in the group stage of the Italian Junior & Cadet Open.
FREE Disability Session in Weymouth
FREE DISABILITY TABLE TENNIS SESSION SATURDAY MARCH 25TH – 2PM TO 4PM ALL SAINTS SCHOOL, WEYMOUTH (DT4 9BJ) The session is open to all groups,... Continue reading
Inter-regionals: Entry deadline extended
The entry deadline has been extended for the Inter-Regional Qualification tournament for the South East.
Time to enter the Community Sport and Recreation Awards!
Nominations are open for an awards scheme which could earn a £1,000 bonus for table tennis clubs and organisations which are the heartbeat of their communities.
North Ayrshire take Main line to victory
North Ayrshire’s Main men came to the fore as the battle of the bottom two in the British League Premier Division was won by the Scottish club.
Braintree League: Strugglers give themselves a lift
Two teams in the nether regions of division one turned in the results of the week in the Braintree Table Tennis League.
Chelmsford & District: Four tussle for supremacy
Division three of the Chelmsford & District Table Tennis League looks set for a grandstand finish. Danbury G lead the way with 118 points from 18 matches - ahead of long-time leaders Hatfield Peverel B (108 points from 17 matches). Chelmsford C (105 points from 16 matches) and Maldon C (103 points from 16 matches) follow next and are both still very much in contention.
Clacton & District: Cream rises to top in cup
The prospect of a cup final between the League’s top teams, Nomads Panthers and Windsor Condors, remains a mouth-watering end-of-season possibility after this week’s semi-final draw kept the League’s two big guns apart.
Leicester & District: Monteiro secures nailbiting win
The semi-finals of the Rose Johnson Challenge Trophy, a four-a-side handicap event organised by the County Association in which every point counts, have been played with one result going to the wire with just one point in it when the dust finally settled.