Steve’s heroic HYROX challenge
International Umpire Steve Smith has competed in the Birmingham HYROX challenge for a very worthy cause.
Junior Leaders recruited to help boost School Games in Bedfordshire
Table Tennis England, Be Active, Bedford Community Table Tennis Club and Kempston Academy joined forces recently to help upskill and train the next generation of... Continue reading
International Umpire Exam Success
Six English officials, including three aged under 25, are ready to take the next steps on their journeys after passing their International Umpire exams.
Why becoming an umpire is officially brilliant!
On International Referees' Day today, we shine a light on the stories of some of our amazing officials and explain how you can follow in their footsteps.
‘My international debut motivates me to keep learning’ – umpire Vincenzo
BLOG: Umpire Vincenzo Chiarello writes about his first experience officiating on the international stage at WTT Youth Contender Podgorica - and about his ambition to be part of the World Championships in London in 2026.
Umpire Sandy Nash excited by call-up to double World Championships
Sandy Nash is looking forward to seeing the inspirational qualities of players with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s up close as she prepares for her first international tournament as an umpire.
Gold Badge for Nico
Fresh from officiating the Men’s Singles gold medal match at the Paris Olympics, Nico Caltabiano has reached the summit of world umpiring. He has become the first English umpire to achieve Gold Badge status from the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).
Umpires Swee and Vincenzo ready to step on to international stage
Two recently qualified Level 2 umpires are taking their first steps on the international circuit at the upcoming WTT Youth Contender Podgorica.
It’s ‘beyond a dream’ says Nico as he umpires Paris final
English umpire Nico Caltabiano says umpiring the Men's Singles gold medal match at the Paris Olympics was 'a great honour' and 'beyond a dream'.
London 2012 umpire Tom Purcell honoured to add Paralympic selection to his CV
Tom Purcell never really wanted to be an umpire – but he went on to take charge of an Olympic final and has been selected for this summer’s Paralympic Games! Find out how to start your own umpiring journey.
Vincenzo takes big step on his umpiring journey
Umpire Vincenzo Chiarello is setting his sights on the biggest competitions on the international circuit after successfully completing his Level 2 qualification at the recent Mark Bates Ltd U10-13 National Championships.
