Officials

Umpire Josh’s multi-cultural journey to the World Championships final

From sensational shots to a TTR challenge on match point via players climbing on the table, Josh Reynolds’ journey at London 2026 was a rollercoaster which saw him officiate teams from every continent and ended with him umpiring the Women’s Team final.

Featured

Who took part in every point at London 2026?

Hear from some of the Table Tennis England officials who helped make London 2026 happen.

May 13, 2026 | James Twigg
Officials

A total of 22 new Level 1 umpires will soon be officiating on the tournament circuit 

The umpires – 11 male and 11 female – came through the courses in Plymouth and in Wolverhampton.

February 19, 2026 | Paul Stimpson
World Championships

London 2026: Home Nations umpires selected for Worlds

Fifteen English umpires have been selected to officiate at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals in London this year - plus, find out about amazing CPD opportunities for Level 1 Umpires!

January 15, 2026 | Paul Stimpson
South-West

Pride of Table Tennis Awards: the South West celebrating success and looking ahead

Last year’s Pride of Table Tennis Awards showed just how powerful recognition can be. Across the South West, nominations celebrated the dedication and impact of... Continue reading

December 16, 2025 | Amanda Leonard
An umpire sits behind a close score and shakes hands with one of the players.
Officials

Umpiring Course and seeking volunteers for the Junior 4* at Joola Plymouth

Each year Joola Plymouth host and run the Plymouth Junior 4 Star, a fantastic competition that attracts top Junior players from around the country from... Continue reading

December 8, 2025 | Amanda Leonard
West

Level 1 Umpires Course – Wolverhampton

How to book a place on the entry level umpiring qualification, with practical element in Wolverhampton,

November 19, 2025 | Chris Newton
Pride of Table Tennis

Pride of Table Tennis Awards 25/26 open for nominations

Do you know an amazing volunteer who deserves honouring for their selfless commitment to our sport? It’s time to put them forward for the Pride of Table Tennis Awards!

November 6, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
North West

Start your umpiring journey here!

Would you like to emulate the English umpires who were part of the team of officials at the World TT Feeder event in Manchester in 2025? If so, why not take the first step on to the umpiring ladder at our upcoming course in Blackpool?

September 1, 2025 | Martin Ireland
WTT events

English umpires named for WTT Star Contender London

Eight English umpires have been selected to officiate at the WTT Star Contender London.

August 11, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Obituaries

Obituary: Popular umpire Beate Nicol

The table tennis community is mourning the loss of popular umpire Beate Nicol, who has lost a brave battle with cancer (funeral details now updated).

July 29, 2025 | Paul Stimpson