Table Tennis SA News

The next TOPS Coaching Course is being held 3rd September 2017 at Newton Sports Complex.

Bookings must be received by 26th August

For further information contact Coaching director Kay Crowell.

Table Tennis South Australia would like to congratulate the following players on their selection in the following teams to represent SA at the National Championships to be held 23rd-30th September 2017 at The ARC Campbelltown.

This is a great opportunity for supporters of Table Tennis in South Australia to get out and see the best players in the country compete in your home town and cheer on your representatives, good luck team SA!

2017 NATIONAL TABLE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS

The ARC Campbelltown
531 Lower North East Road, Campbelltown, SA 5074
South Australia

23rd SEPTEMBER TO SATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

VENUE: As above

ACCOMMODATION: We have attached a list of accommodation places for you and please note that these Championships are during school holidays in SA.
Any queries re accommodation, please contact Cynthia Langley on email langfamily1@optusnet.com.au OR contact the motels/parks direct.

REFEREES: Graeme Ireland (International Referee)
Greg Bungey (International Umpire)

AIRPORT TRANSFERS: States are responsible for their own transport to and from the airport. We are unable to offer any assistance.

TRANSPORT: At a later date, we will supply some contact numbers for bus travel etc.

PROSPECTUS: Is being prepared by TTA and will be sent out as soon as received.

Are you interested in attending an ALL FEMALE table tennis coaching program for all ages? The program will be run by TTA accredited coach and state representative Claire Langley. These sessions are a fun way to up skill in a totally female friendly environment, meet fellow female table tennis players and improve your game. The program will run for 4 weeks from 10am to 11.30am on 22 & 29 July and 5& 12 August 2017 for a total cost $40.00.
Players of all ages and abilities are welcome!
If interested, or would like to find out more, contact Claire on clangley1972@hotmail.com or 0412 747 004 – hurry though – places are limited and after the success of the first female only clinic – places will fill up fast

2017 Australian Table Tennis Open will be conducted at the Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre from the 2nd – 7th July 2017. Tickets are now on sale for the event which promises to have a majority of the world’s best players on show. Entries have just started rolling...

It is my great pleasure to advise you of your selection in the South Australian State Junior Team to compete at the 2017 Australian Junior Table Tennis Championships.

With over 200 participants, the Australian Junior Table Tennis Championships promises to be a great event and I know your contribution will do the whole South Australian table tennis community proud.

Table Tennis SA and @TSM Consulting would like to announce the @TSM Consulting Scholarship. Applications are now sort by eligible persons – applications close June 30th 2017.

The Purpose of the Scholarship

Is to enable a young person, to further develop their skills in the sport of Table Tennis. The scholarship provides financial assistance associated with the costs of travel, equipment or specialized coaching which can often be a barrier for a financially disadvantaged young person to go on and achieve their very best.

What is SportsPass?

SportsPass is a social enterprise project focused on reducing the financial barriers to participation in sport for all players nationally.

SportsPass members receive direct access to Australia’s leading sports rewards and member benefits program designed specifically to offset the cost of playing sport….

Find out more by visiting https://sportspass.com.au or the new TTSA sportspass site www.sportspass.com.au/sports/table-tennis-south-australia/

Winter Pennant begins May 8th, just 9 days away!

The draw has been released today and is available here www.tabletennissa.org.au/pennant/draw/

Good luck to all participants in this years Winter Pennant competition.

Please find below email and attachment from the Commonwealth Games Australia about nominations for the Queens Baton Relay.
Please read the instructions carefully to ensure that your proposed nominees meet the intended guidelines and have you suggested nominations returned to me by email no later than the 8th of May.
Please note that one of the requirements for the final decision on who will carry the baton is that the CGA is to explain in 100 words or less how each nominee meets one or more of the batonbearer criteria and why they should become a baton bearer. This must be included in your email nominating a candidate.

The Queensland Open Championships 2017 entry form is now available.
We are pleased to advise this year the event includes Junior, Veteran and Para Events! Includes PRIZE MONEY for ALL Ages!
Please visit: http://www.tabletennisqld.org/?Nav=News&NewsId=734
ENTRIES CLOSE Thursday 11th May
If you have any questions or require assistance in completing your entry please contact the TTQ office.