Table Tennis Australia is pleased to confirm the WTT Youth Contender Ballarat 2026, to be held from 14–17 November 2026 at the Ballarat Table Tennis Association venue.

This event will feature the following age group categories:

• U19: Boys' Singles, Girls' Singles, Mixed Doubles
• U17: Boys' Singles, Girls' Singles
• U15: Boys' Singles, Girls' Singles, Mixed Doubles
• U13: Boys' Singles, Girls' Singles
• U11: Boys' Singles, Girls' Singles

📝 Entry Deadlines

Expression of Interests: 30 September 2026, 23:00 AEDT

Player Entries: 7 October 2026, 23:00 AEDT

Player's participation at the event is not confirmed by WTT prior to the entry deadline of 7 October 2026. Therefore, TTA strongly recommends not booking flight tickets (or booking refundable/flexible tickets) prior to getting the participation confirmation email from TTA, which will be sent by 9 October 2026.

Expression of Interests will close one week prior to the official Event Entries Close Date, allowing TTA time to prepare accordingly, meaning the deadline for completion of EOI is 30 September 2026.

✅ Eligibility & Membership

All paid membership types can complete the Expression of Interest. However, if you are selected to participate in the event, a player must upgrade to Comp Plus membership to compete.

🏆 Player Selection

Australia has been guaranteed at least 6 places in each age group and depending on international entries, more Australian players may be accepted. Priority placement will be given to those in the TTA National U19, U15, and Hopes Squad. Any additional placements will be allocated based on the September 2026 National Ranking List, relevant to the age group.

ℹ️ Key Information

• Participants can compete in up to 2 singles sub-events per player (in consecutive age categories).
• Mixed doubles pairings may be done in conjunction with the TTA National Coaching Panel.
• The event does not offer hospitality – participants to arrange own accommodation, food, and transport. However, TTA can provide a discounted rate for accommodation, meals at the venue and car hire upon request.
• The entry fee (accreditation) USD $225 is mandatory for all players and other participants entered for the event and excludes accommodation, meals and transportation.
• You must advise in your nomination if you have a coach as they will need to pay the entry fee as well. They must also register through this Expression of Interest as well.

The event Prospectus for your reference can be found below under Files for Download. Please ensure you read and understand the information in this document.

💬 Enquiries

Please reach out to Ryan Wiegand at ryan@tabletennis.org.au if you have any questions.

🤝 Acknowledgements

TTA acknowledges the support from the City of Ballarat and Victorian Government for their funding contribution towards this event.