THE latest fixtures in the Stratford and District Table Tennis League saw matches played across several divisions at Meon Vale Leisure Centre.
Shottery recorded a 12-5 victory against Willersey led by an excellent display from Robert Poole who secured six points supported by Graham Poole who added three.
Willersey then suffered a 15-5 defeat against Blazing Paddles as Greg Swan produced a commanding performance, contributing six points, alongside a similarly impressive showing from Nello Mauri who also collected six.
Quinton continued their strong form with a convincing 14-6 win against Edge Shots as Adam Sherriff led the way with six points while Mark Walton added valuable support with five.
Edge Shots responded emphatically in their next fixture, recording a dominant 15-0 victory against Generations United as Mariusz Snacki made a flawless six-point contribution.
Elsewhere, Junior Boys Red secured a comprehensive 15-1 win against Junior Boys Blue as Max Tanqueray produced an outstanding performance.
And Quinton recorded another emphatic result to defeat Slow Paddles 15-0 as Andrew Smith collected six points.
Away from league action, the Sona Handicap Cup began as Ashorne, Stratford Two Pings, Stratford Slow Paddles, Quinton TTC and Henley recorded first-round victories.
Ties between Littleton Lynx and Stratford Junior Boys Blue, Stratford Racketeers and Littleton Panthers and JLM Hussars and Stratford Junior Boys Blue are still to take place.
Stratford-upon-Avon Table Tennis Club are busy preparing to host a 24-hour table tennis marathon in support of Parkinson’s UK and the Alzheimer’s Society.
Created in honour of former Stratford League player Rod Lewis, the event will take place at Ilmington Village Hall on Saturday, January 31 from 10am until 10am on Sunday, February 1.
Stratford chair, Kevin Taylor said: “The standard of play across all divisions was excellent, and it’s especially encouraging to see both our junior players and senior league teams performing so strongly.
“We’re incredibly proud of the community spirit within the league, which will be on full display this weekend as players and supporters come together to support Parkinson’s UK and the Alzheimer’s Society in memory of Rod Lewis.”
Players, supporters and members of the public are encouraged to attend the 24-hour marathon at any time, whether to play, watch or donate.
