Competitions

Green and Yu provide target for the rest as National Series kicks off

Connor Green and Tianer Yu are the top seeds trying to stay ahead of the chasing pack when the inaugural National Series gets under way this weekend.

August 21, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Martin Perry: I watched Will Bayley from the crowd, now I’m playing doubles with him at the Paralympics!

Video: Martin Perry was a spectator watching Will Bayley get on to the podium at London 2012 – now he is playing doubles alongside him at the Paris Paralympics.

August 21, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Fliss Pickard is taking her incredible journey in her stride

Video: Fliss Pickard stands on the threshold of her first Paralympics knowing it has been a long journey to get to this point – but also knowing the journey is far from over.

August 20, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
International

Wanted: Table tennis players to star alongside Hollywood heartthrob Timothee Chalamet!

The hunt is on for British players to star alongside Hollywood hot property Timothee Chalamet in a film about the life of table tennis legend... Continue reading

August 20, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Bly Twomey living a teenage dream as she prepares for Paralympics

Video: Hear from Bly Twomey as the 14-year-old prepares for her first Paralympics.

August 20, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Counties and Leagues

Clacton & Dist: New teams ready for new season

There will be 32 teams competing in the 2024/25 season of the Clacton & District League, four more than entered last season.

August 19, 2024 | Tony Oswick
Competitions

Opening rankings published for the new season

The opening rankings and ratings for the 2024/25 season have been published.  Searchable Excel spreadsheets containing all rankings and ratings, plus the individual age groups... Continue reading

August 16, 2024 | Julie Snowdon
North West

Great Northern Ping Hub Olympic Challenge

The Great Northern Ping Hub, Manchester recently held an Olympic Challenge event, its first competition at the venue, here's how the day unfolded.

August 15, 2024 | Martin Ireland
GB performance

Talented coaches supporting athlete development at Elite Training Centre

Find out more about the support coaches from around GB, and beyond, who use their skills to support athletes at the Elite Training Centre in Sheffield.

August 15, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Golden memories for Paris Olympics volunteers Howard and Debbie

From the roar of the table tennis crowd to the all-round Olympic camaraderie, Paris 24 provided volunteers Howard Brialey and Debbie Oram with a stock of golden memories – and Howard even ended up as a media star!

August 14, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Commentator Don Parker has last word on Olympic longevity

Table Tennis England Director Don Parker has clocked up a 10th successive Olympic campaign in the commentary box.

August 13, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Clubs

New inclusive facilities guidance published by Sport England

New guidance aims to help sports facilities, including table tennis clubs, to ensure they are safe, welcoming and accessible to all.

August 13, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Officials

Umpires Swee and Vincenzo ready to step on to international stage

Two recently qualified Level 2 umpires are taking their first steps on the international circuit at the upcoming WTT Youth Contender Podgorica.

August 12, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

China complete perfect Games with double Team gold

China kept up their unbeatable record in Olympic Games team competitions as they defeated Sweden 3-0 to win the Men's Team gold medal in Paris, followed by a 3-0 victory over Japan in the Women's Team final.

August 9, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
International

Radiven and Shalson shine at Maccabi Games

Max Radiven is celebrating winning three gold medals for Great Britain at the European Maccabi Youth Games, while Kai Shalson won two golds and a silver.

August 8, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Clubs

Stilton TTC’s heart-warming culture is bringing people together

VIDEO: Stilton TTC is a prime example of a club using the power of sport to bring people together and reduce social isolation.

August 7, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Final rankings for 2023/24 out now

The final rankings and ratings for the 2023/24 season have been published.

August 6, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
A girl holding a table tennis bat is smiling. The caption is Table Tennis for Good
South-West

Table Tennis for Good – St Austell

Table Tennis for Good aims to improve the lives of people using the power of table tennis. The project launches in St Austell Town Centre... Continue reading

August 6, 2024 | Amanda Leonard
Olympics & Paralympics

It’s ‘beyond a dream’ says Nico as he umpires Paris final

English umpire Nico Caltabiano says umpiring the Men's Singles gold medal match at the Paris Olympics was 'a great honour' and 'beyond a dream'.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
East

Historic Essex award presented to ‘Gaffer’ Green

Martyn Green has been named the latest recipient of The Essex Corti Woodcock Award.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Bribar and Tees Sport are Official Equipment Suppliers for 24/25

Bribar and Tees Sport will be Official Equipment Suppliers for national events during the 2024/25 season.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Golden glory for China in Paris Olympics singles finals

China won both gold medals as the singles competitions came to an end at the Paris Olympics – and English umpire Nico Caltabiano shared centre stage as he officiated the Men’s Singles gold medal match.

August 5, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
North West

Cheshire Closed Champions Results

Results and photos from the Cheshire Closed Championships held on 20th July 2024 at Halton Table Tennis Centre

August 4, 2024 | Karen Tonge OBE
National

Liam and Nico talk about Quite Interesting things on BBC podcast!

Team GB's Liam Pitchford and Paris Olympics umpire Nico Caltabiano star in the latest podcast from the brains behind hit BBC show QI.

August 3, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
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Olympics & Paralympics

The launch of the Olympic Fanzone, Bristol with Louis Price

The Olympic Fanzone at Cabot Circus in Bristol has a relaxed vibe set in the beautiful Quakers Friar which has shaded seating, a water feature... Continue reading

August 2, 2024 | Amanda Leonard
North East

Yorkshire TTA features in international magazine

Yorkshire TTA’s centenary celebrations and an appreciation of the late England international and Ping Pong Diplomacy player Tony Clayton are in the latest issue of... Continue reading

August 2, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
North West

Entries open for Women & Girls’ North West tournaments

The first Women and Girls 1* Open in the North West is being held on Saturday 28th September at Blackpool Sports Centre, adding to the... Continue reading

August 2, 2024 | Martin Ireland
London

London Academy Hosts Inaugural Parent & Child Doubles Tournament

Earlier this summer, London Academy held its first-ever Parent & Child doubles tournament at Spur Road, marking a significant milestone in the Academy's event calendar

August 1, 2024 | Johnathon Driscoll
Competitions

Welcome to 2024/25! Find out what’s new in competitions

As the new season starts today, August 1, a number of important changes to competitions and rankings go live.

August 1, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
National

New season starts today – time to renew your membership

Today is the first day of the 2024/25 season, meaning that all 2023/24 memberships have expired - find out how to renew.

August 1, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
National

Bethany and Thomas hit the road in £1,000 charity challenge

Table tennis siblings Bethany and Thomas Ellis are doing some hard yards as they aim to raise £1,000 for a cancer charity.

August 1, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

Liam Pitchford knocked out of Paris Olympics by 13th seed Darko Jorgic

Liam Pitchford’s Olympic hopes are at an end after a 4-2 defeat to 13th seed Darko Jorgic in the last 32. The scoreline was the... Continue reading

July 31, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Olympics & Paralympics

China wins Mixed Doubles Olympic gold medal

China won the first available gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games – and completed the full set of available golds – as they took... Continue reading

July 30, 2024 | Paul Stimpson
Clubs

Sheffield table tennis club on a mission to create opportunities for everyone

VIDEO: Kelham Island Table Tennis Club is blazing a trail for inclusivity as it builds bridges across the community in Sheffield.

July 30, 2024 | Paul Stimpson