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South-West

14 New Level 1 Coaches Join the Ranks After an Inspiring Weekend at Nailsworth Phoenix TTC

The South West area is thrilled to welcome 14 newly qualified TTE Level 1 coaches, following a weekend of enthusiasm, energy and inspiration at NPTTC.... Continue reading

August 11, 2025 | Amanda Leonard
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
Counties and Leagues

Trio of ‘Fivers’ see dominant season on Isle of Wight

Three players have dominated Isle of Wight table tennis this season.

August 11, 2025 | Peter Clarke
Competitions

Don’t miss out on the Sussex 4* – entries close soon!

There’s still time to enter the first major tournament of the 2025/26 season, the Sussex 4*, with some big names already in the field!  The tournament is... Continue reading

August 8, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
World Championships

Every match matters as format is revealed for landmark London 2026 worlds

The format for the landmark London 2026 World Championships has been confirmed – and includes a mouthwatering prospect for home fans.

August 8, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Performance

England Hopes Week: Shining a light on the next generation

England Hopes Week, launching next month, will be an annual event that shines the spotlight on the England talent pathway.

August 8, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
GB performance

Will Bayley has to dig deep to strike gold in Washington

World No 1 Will Bayley won his third consecutive singles gold medal when winning the men’s class 7 singles at the ITTF World Para Future Spokane tournament in Washington state, USA.

August 8, 2025 | Francesca Bullock
East

Ping Pong Social Comes To Hertfordshire

A collaborative effort between Table Tennis England, The Howard Centre in Welwyn Garden City and the Hertfordshire County Table Tennis Association has seen the first... Continue reading

August 7, 2025 | Chris Bryden
From the Archives

Armour-plated table among the gems unearthed in archive discovery!

We've digitised a series of microfiche sheets which provide a fascinating look into the early years of our sport, as described by Diane Webb, Chair of the Archives, Museum and Records Committee.

August 7, 2025 | Diane Webb
National

Chief Executive’s Update: August 2025

As the summer unfolds, it’s a moment to reflect on what’s been an exciting and inspiring few weeks for English table tennis – across our... Continue reading

August 7, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Get the lowdown on all our competitions with our interactive model!

Thinking of testing yourself at competitions in 2025/26? Our new Interactive Player Pathway Model explains the competitions landscape and where players of all ages and abilities fit into it!

August 7, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Final rankings for 2024/25 out now

The final rankings and ratings for the 2024/25 season have been published - members are asked to check and let us know of any queries.

August 7, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Table Tennis United

ParkyPING! – from England to Japan and back again

A competition for people with Parkinson’s in Manchester has taken on an international element with three Japanese players travelling to take part - building on a friendship which started earlier this year.

August 4, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
GB performance

National champions Megan Shackleton and Joshua Stacey lead squad for USA

Recently crowned national champions Megan Shackleton and Joshua Stacey are included in a 15-strong British squad for the ITTF World Para Elite Spokane 2025 taking place in Washington state, USA from August 9-13.

August 4, 2025 | Francesca Bullock
Competitions

What’s new in competitions for 2025/26

August 1 marks the first day of the 2025/26 season, bringing with it important changes to competitions, regulations and rankings.

August 1, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
National

It’s the new season – here’s how to stay part of our table tennis community

Welcome to the 2025/26 season! Today is the first day of the new season, meaning that all 2024/25 memberships have expired.

August 1, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
GB performance

Shae Thakker takes silver in Astana as Page and Pickard also get on podium

Shae Thakker took silver in the men’s class 10 singles at the ITTF World Para Challenger Astana tournament in Kazakhstan  and there were also bronze medals for Plymouth teenager Bailey Page in men’s class 7 and Fliss Pickard in women’s class 6.

August 1, 2025 | Francesca Bullock
Counties and Leagues

Swindon League has big plans for centenary celebrations

Swindon Table Tennis League members are ready for a momentous season celebrating the league’s centenary with a host of special events and tournaments.

July 31, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Official Equipment Suppliers for 2025/26 announced

Bribar and Tees Sport will be Official Equipment Suppliers for national events during the 2025/26 season.

July 31, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Senior British Clubs Leagues

Get set for a bold new Premier Division as Senior BCL steps up!

Two new teams, four host venues and a dynamic new format – the Senior British Clubs League, Premier Division is set to be a thriller in 2025/26!

July 30, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
International

Hannah Saunders picks up wins in Hong Kong before injury

Hannah Saunders reached the last 16 at the WTT Youth Contender Hong Kong, before injury curtailed her involvement.

July 30, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Competitions

Sussex 4* proving to be a family affair – enter now!

Family battle lines have been drawn, with plenty of sibling rivalry, plus the Trumpauskas father-and-son combination already entered for the Sussex 4* - entries close soon!

July 29, 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
Children and young people

Table Tennis England and Goals collaborate to encourage young people to play table tennis

Table Tennis England and Goals are collaborating to provide opportunities for children and young people across England to play table tennis.

July 29, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Para table tennis

Megan Shackleton and Joshua Stacey the big winners at para Nationals

Megan Shackleton and Joshua Stacey took the Wheelchair Open and Standing Open titles respectively at this year’s Michael Hawkesworth National Championships.

July 28, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Team England

Quartet selected to represent England at European U13 Championships

Four young England athletes will travel to Sweden to compete at the European Under-13 Championships in September.

July 28, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
GB performance

Bronzes for Max, Bailey and Dan on GB youth duty

British Para Table Tennis Pathway athletes Max Flint (men’s class 10), Bailey Page (men’s class 7) and Dan Thomson (men’s class 6) all took bronze in their respective singles at the European Para Youth Games in Istanbul, Turkey - and Page & Thomson added doubles bronze.

July 28, 2025 | Francesca Bullock
Competitions

Tees Sport is Official Ball Supplier for 2025/26

Tees Sport and Butterfly have been announced as Official Ball Supplier for leading Table Tennis England national events in the 2025/26 season after an open tender process.

July 24, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Counties and Leagues

Alex and Bryce take Island’s summer title

The Isle of Wight's Handicapped Summer League has just finished with the B. Minus team of Alex Rorke and Bryce Wilson the winners with 45 points.

July 24, 2025 | Peter Clarke
GB performance

Abraham Sellado battles into last 16 in GB colours

Abraham Sellado battled into the last 16 at the European Youth Olympic Festival in Skopje before exiting to a higher-ranked Polish player, while Sienna Jetha is also out.

July 24, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
Clubs

100 years and still going strong for Broadstone TTC

Members of Broadstone TTC in Dorset met for a commemorative dinner to celebrate the club's centenary.

July 23, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
GB performance

Talented trio to represent GB at European Para Youth Games

British Para Table Tennis Pathway athletes Max Flint, Bailey Page and Dan Thomson will be competing in the seventh European Para Youth Games which are taking place in Istanbul, Turkey from July 25-27.

July 22, 2025 | Francesca Bullock
National

Online membership renewals for 2025/26 are OPEN!

Online renewals for the 2025/26 season are open – renew now and be part of our community for the London 2026 World Championships season!

July 21, 2025 | Paul Stimpson
International

It’s gold again for GB star Anna Hursey!

Wales' Anna Hursey won the Under-19 Girls' Singles title at the European Youth Championships, while four English athletes just missed out on medals.

July 21, 2025 | Paul Stimpson