PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME

Players of all abilities are welcome, and the tournament is particularly suitable for novices of all ages. Primary school players are especially welcome.

Time of play1:30 – 5.30PM approx..

Entries can be e-mailed to

As the emphasis will be on fun and participation, TTU/TTI has decided to restrict eligibility on the following basis - All male players who are ranked in the top 15 at Junior level in Ireland or the top 8 at Cadet level are excluded from entering Challenger tournaments. Likewise, all female players who are ranked in the top 8 at Junior level or the top 5 at Cadet level are excluded from entering this tournament. All Seniors are also excluded. Table Tennis Ulster Ranking points will be available for this event.

This is a round robin based event which guarantees that all players will get plenty of games. Prizes awarded will consist of table tennis equipment, which will be supplied by the Series sponsor, CELTIC TABLE TENNIS.

Age Restriction

Age is restricted to Under 18s.

Entry Fees

Entry fees will be £8.00 per player plus a challenger affiliation fee 5 euro (£4.00) which covers participants to play all Irish challenger events. If you are affiliated to TTU/TTI you will not need to pay this fee.

Directions to venue

Located 5 mins away from Central Train station in Belfast. The club is located at 113 The Mount and please check exact location on google maps as it can be tricky to find.

Website for location :

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Ormeau TTC

Junior Challenger Event

113 The Mount

Belfast

Co Antrim

BT 54 ND

Saturday17th September

1:30pm – 5.30pm

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Closing Date: FRIDAY 16thSeptember

ENTRY RESTRICTED TO 40 Players

ENTRY WILL CLOSE AFTER WE RECEIVE 40 ENTRANTS AND RESERVE LIST STARTED

ChallengerEntries 2016

Player / Male/
Female / Date of Birth / Standard(1-4) 1=Intermediate player, experience of Ranking events,
2= Developing player, has played a number of provincial events
3= Challenger player, inexperienced but has basic skills and some experience of Challenger play,
4=Novice/Beginner Player

CLUB/SCHOOL:

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Home Address:

Tel. No.

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TOURNAMENT REGULATIONS

1Matches will be played according to the current rules.

2The tournament will be based on graded Divisional play. The order used for determining Divisions will be based on Irish Junior Rankings, previous Challenger Series performance, coach input and technical volunteers input on the day of the event.

3The organisers reserve the right to place new players where appropriate using the information supplied.

4A condition of entry to the tournament is that players agree to abide by the Code of Conduct of the ITTA. This, and the other regulations for the tournament are published on the website

5Allow photo / video permission for promotional use. If you don’t want your child in photos/video please email us.

Tournament Referees:G & K Knox

Entry Fees (to be paid on day):£8 (affiliated players)

£4 Challenger Series Fee *Not Required if player is already affiliated to TTU / TTI.

Please note that play is on a divisional basis according to standard, not in age groups. Completed entry forms to be e-mailed to NO LATER THAN THURSDAY 16THSEPTEMBER ENTRY IS ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.

GERVIS KNOXMob: 07791730401

Make cheques payable to: Ormeau Table Tennis Club