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It looks like Toby Wallace, our Resident Coach has some hidden talents.

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Coaching Session (Level 2 Coach)

After the successful Junior Coaching Session provided by Bruce Carter Level 2 Coach (Coburg) earlier in the year, Bruce is coming back to provide coaching for all Members on Saturday 20th January 2024 11:00am.

Bookings are essential and can be made by phoning: Gary Fitzgerald 0425 792 933 no later than Fri 19th Jan.

Cost to Members: $5 p/Junior, $10 p/Adult.

Olympian: David Powell in Bendigo

Former Australian Olympian David Powell comes to Bendigo.

Sessions assist with training and development for Victorian table tennis players under the age of 21 who want to continue to develop all aspects of their game.

A range of skills featured throughout the sessions, included;

• Advanced table tennis skills
• Competitive match play
• Strategic thinking 
• Strength and conditioning advice
• Mindset advice

This session was held at our stadium, Bendigo (140 Victoria St Eaglehawk) - Nov 26th 2pm - 5pm.

It was great to see all of the participants and we wish to thank them, their parents, David Powell and the VTTA Pathways Pprogram providing support for the juniors.

General Participation

Looking for an opportunity to Socialise with other players in a more relaxed atmosphere, then we have the following options for you:

• Tuesday 8:30am - 12noon, play is usually doubles, match players nominated randomly. Cost $4 per attendance.
• Fridays 8:30am- 12noon, play can be singles or doubles where individuals pick their own opponents or doubles partner. This is a more serious approach to honing your skills. Cost $4 per attendance.
• Saturday Mornings 10am - 12noon. Open to any players wishing to get in some practice. Ball Robot available to practice set shots. Cost $4 per attendance.

Free tea/coffee supplied on both of these days.

BDTTA 2023 Club Champ - Winners - Sun 5th Nov 2023

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From one Gary to Another

After 20 plus years as the President of the Bendigo & District Table Tennis Association - Gary Warnest (right) has decided to step down from his role and welcomes Gary Fitzgerald (left) as the new President.

Gary Warnest's contribution to Table Tennis is unparalleled. It spreads not only throughout the City of Greater Bendigo, but also Regional Victoria, Table Tennis Victoria and Table Tennis Australia.

Gary Warnest has also been instrumental in supporting State-wide, Australia-wide and International events that have been held in Bendigo by the club.

Gary will still remain in the club and continue to offer support where needed.

The Club, Committee and all Members wish Gary Warnest well and hope he is able to enjoy more playing time.

How to Serve Legally

Checkout this video about the Do's and Don'ts of Serving.

Get it wong and you will be penalised (loose the point).

Watch this video.

Group Coaching

Frozen Table Tennis

When you are stuck in the snow this Winter with nothing else to do, try this ...

Watch this video.

Join the Juniors

The Junior program is open to beginners and experienced players for fun and learning to improve table tennis skills for both Males and Females.

Table Tennis helps those with Dementia

Karen explains how Table Tennis is helping her in her efforts to delay or eliminate the effects of Dimentia.

This report is presented by Jess Burns Nine News.

Karen is currently taking part in a program to improve the future outcomes of people with Dimentia.

Spot the Ball

Can you find the Table Tennis ball?

Select this link to SPOT THE BALL

New images will be included from time to time.

Term 3 2023 Junior Awards

Leading Player - Nate Toohill

A Grade Winner – Nate Toohill

A Grade Runner Up – Sid Paton

B Grade Winner – Zeke Ward (absent on Award Night)

B Grade Runner Up – Ruby Scolari

C Grade Winner – Max Mill

C Grade Runner Up – David Greaves

Most Improved – Janaya McCann

Encouragement Award – Eli Rodriquez