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Division 5 competition to run in 2009

 

In 2009, the HTTA will announce the timing and format for the next Division 5 U-14 competition. The competition will suit current and new players, with orientation and coaching designed to get new players up to speed quickly. Accomplished local coach Sigi Stoeger will oversee play, where young players are introduced to the basic skills of table tennis, rules, scoring, and umpiring. Players will compete in teams of three, honing their spins, smashes, competitive spirits and sports participation. The HTTA will award the Division 5 shield to the winning team, and it is likely that a junior tournament will be run to allow individual players to shine. The competition is structured to be school friendly, with play finishing at 8.30pm and breaks during school holidays. Contact your local club, or HTTA committee member Ross Coleman, or coach Sigi for further details and to nominate a team or player (see 'Contact Us'). Or, register here to be emailed competition updates as they become available.

 

Features of the U-14 competition:

When: Monday nights, 8 week terms aligned with school terms

Time: 7.00pm to 8.30pm - junior-friendly home time

Parents: Supper, cuppa, and a chat with other parents

Where: To be advised

Format: Teams of 3, doubles and singles

Cost: To be advised - $10-$25 per player for the eight week term -

Coaching - matches are overseen by recognised coach Sigi Stoeger and player skill development is encouraged

Contact: Sigi Stoeger (a/h) 8339 4490 or 0401 120 925 or emailstoeger.sigi@saugov.sa.gov.au

or your local club (see the 'contact us' page)

 

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY MOUNT BARKER SPORTSPOWER

 

 

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT

 

The Hills Tennis Association (HTTA) has a longstanding commitment to the development of juniors in the great game of table tennis. This is to ensure that the game continues to grow in the Adelaide Hills region. The commitment to junior development effectively started back in 1987 when, with the support of the State Body, over 30 primary and secondary schools were circulated to become involved in establishing a solid Friday night competition. It was attended by as many as 140 pupils each season. Some of the pupils are still playing table tennis in the Hills; e.g. William Henzell and Tammy Gough went on to represent Australia at the Olympic and Commonwealth Games. Many others went on to play in Adelaide-based competitions. Some of the coaches in those days were Jerry Fitzsimmons, Duncan Kennington, Peter Holcroft and Ken West. These were supported by over 12 Level “0” coaches. These were the ‘hay days’ of the HTTA, and the commitment continues to this day.

The HTTA’s Junior Development Program caters for the 7 – 14 age group and takes in;
a) Juniors who have joined a member club,
b) Training clinics at local schools and social groups,
c) Any individual junior who joins one of the scheduled training clinics.

 
   

William Henzell

 

 

Tammy Gough

  The HTTA’s Junior Development Program is now managed by Sigi Stoeger, and for several years Sigi has run successful coaching clinics for many Hills juniors.

Anyone interested in finding out more about the HTTA’s Junior Development Program can call Sigi on (a/h) 8339 4490 or 0401 120 925 or emailstoeger.sigi@saugov.sa.gov.au

 
 
   

A proud sponsor of the HTTA Junior Tournament
Proprietor: Jenny Vonthien

 

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