Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Checkout the San Gabriel Academy Eagles (Fall 2024 Season Champion) in action representing LA Ping Pong at the American Youth Table Tennis Organization (AYTTO) 2024 National Scholastic Team Championships on May 26, 2024.
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Fall 2022 Season Competition Modifications
We are planning a full-length season for the fall (with playoffs, if needed) and will be following state and local COVID-19 guidelines for schools and recreational sports activities. This entails the following modifications to the standard set of league rules for Fall 2022:
Competition may be held either indoors or outdoors.
For athletes, coaches, or other spectators at competitions or practices, face coverings are recommended, but no longer required for indoor activities.
When on the sidelines or not actively playing, 6 foot distance should be maintained when possible between people at the event.
Anyone with COVID symptoms (fever, cough, etc.) or who is in isolation/quarantine while recovering from a COVID infection should not participate in practice or competition. Temperature or wellness checks before each activity are encouraged where possible.
All participants should wash or sanitize their hands (using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer) before and after competition or practice.
In the event that state or local restrictions change over the course of the season, we may update the league rules or competition format accordingly.
Team Size: 2 male & 2 female athletes (plus team lead and coach)
Eligibility:
Age: Participants must be at least 12 years old (as of January 1, 2022) and no older than 15 years old (as of December 31, 2022)
Geography: Participants must go to school in Los Angeles County or a neighboring county (such as Orange County, Ventura County, or San Bernardino County)
Funding:
Athletes must be able to self-fund their own travel expenses (nearest airport is Birmingham, England, airport code: BHX)
LA Ping Pong will cover the team registration fee which includes:
housing accommodation in the Games Village (at the University of Warwick)
meals for the athletes during the event
transportation between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and the Games Village
Spread the word: Share this downloadable flyer with any players or coaches that might be interested.
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Spring 2022 Season Competition Modifications
We are planning a full-length season for the fall (with playoffs, if needed) and will be following state and local COVID-19 guidelines for schools and recreational sports activities. This entails the following modifications to the standard set of league rules for Spring 2022:
Competition may be held either indoors or outdoors.
For athletes, coaches, or other spectators at competitions or practices, face coverings are recommended, but no longer required for indoor activities.
When on the sidelines or not actively playing, 6 foot distance should be maintained when possible between people at the event.
Anyone with COVID symptoms (fever, cough, etc.) or who is in isolation/quarantine while recovering from a COVID infection should not participate in practice or competition. Temperature or wellness checks before each activity are encouraged where possible.
All participants should wash or sanitize their hands (using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer) before and after competition or practice.
In the event that state or local restrictions change over the course of the season, we may update the league rules or competition format accordingly.
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
Note: For schools that registered for the Spring 2020 Season (canceled due to the pandemic), we have already applied your registration toward the Fall 2021 Season. To participate in the Fall 2021 Season, just email us your updated team roster(s) for 2021.
Fall 2021 Season Competition Modifications
We are planning a full-length season for the fall (with playoffs, if needed) and will be following state and local COVID-19 guidelines for schools and recreational sports activities. This entails the following modifications to the standard set of league rules for Fall 2021:
Competition may be held either indoors or outdoors.
All athletes, coaches, or other observers at competitions or practices must wear face coverings at all times.
When on the sidelines or not actively playing, 6 foot distance should be maintained between people at the event.
Anyone with COVID symptoms (fever, cough, etc.) or who is in isolation/quarantine while recovering from a COVID infection should not participate in practice or competition. Temperature or wellness checks before each activity are encouraged where possible.
All participants should wash or sanitize their hands (using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer) before and after competition or practice.
In the event that state or local restrictions change over the course of the season, we may update the league rules or competition format accordingly.
As things are beginning to re-open, we are planning for an Spring 2021 reboot competition for teams interested in participating. This will be a shorter mini-season with several modifications due to COVID-19 protocols. The exact format will depend on the number of participating teams (we are currently considering round-robin, double elimination, or progressive elimination formats). The Spring 2021 reboot will run from mid-April through the end of May.
For Fall 2021, we hope to be able to resume with a full length season with playoffs following the regular league format.
Spring 2021 Reboot Competition Modifications
We will be following state and local guidelines for recreational sports which are depend in part on the county’s COVID-19 tier. LA County is currently in the Orange Tier which requires the following restrictions:
Competition may be held either indoors or outdoors.
Competition will be singles only (no doubles).
All athletes, coaches, or other observers at competitions or practices must wear face coverings at all times (even when competing).
When on the sidelines or not actively playing, 6 foot distance should be maintained between people at the event.
Anyone with COVID symptoms (fever, cough, etc.) or who is in isolation/quarantine while recovering from a COVID infection should not participate in practice or competition. Temperature or wellness checks before each activity are encouraged where possible.
All participants should wash or sanitize their hands (using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer) before and after competition or practice.
In the event that LA County is moved into the Red Tier (or higher), the following modifications will be necessary:
Competition must be held outdoors.
All other guidelines mentioned above will stay the same.
League Rule Modifications for Outdoor Competition
A player is allowed to wait before serving, if he or she feels that the current conditions (wind, etc.) are going to interfere with the ball during the point.
During a rally, either player or can raise a hand in the middle of a point to call a let in the case of any sudden change in playing conditions (due to wind, weather, etc.) that may affect the point. Upon calling a let, the point will replayed.
Note that due to the short timeline for the mini-season and due to COVID restrictions, there will not be an end-of-season banquet or awards given out for the Spring 2021 Reboot competition.
Registration for Spring 2021 Reboot
Participation in the Spring 2021 Reboot is open to any schools that register for the full Fall 2021 Season (there is no separate registration fee for the Spring 2021 Reboot since it is not a full season).
For schools that registered for the canceled Spring 2020 Season, we have already applied your registration toward the Fall 2021 Season. To participate in the Spring 2021 Reboot Competition, just email us your updated team roster(s) for 2021.
Any new schools that have not registered, but want to participate, should register for the full Fall 2021 Season below to participate in both the Spring and Fall.
Deadline for Spring 2021 Participation: April 9
Registration for the Fall 2021 Season
Registration is now open for the Fall 2021 Season of the LA Ping Pong Schools League (season runs from September to November):
Registration is usually handled by the team coach or manager after getting approval from your school (for more guidance on putting together a team see how to participate).
