TABLE TENNIS
EQUIPMENT The NVGAG will provide standard table tennis tables and nets, regulation table tennis rackets/paddles (may be provided based upon availability), balls and scorecards. Athletes may use their own table tennis paddles if they are determined to be regulation by the event’s Lead Official and they are the same type as those supplied by the NVGAG. COMPETITION Athletes will compete individually in singles table tennis. The competition will be set up in a double elimination tournament format. All matches will be played as the best two out of three games. White shirts or jackets are not permitted for competition, per USA Table Tennis rules. Athlete bibs will be worn on the back. Athletes must have prior table tennis experience of having played on a regular basis and provide their skill level during registration.
Medals will be awarded to the first, second, and third place finishers, a ribbon will be awarded to the 4th place finisher.
EVENT RULES 1.
Table tennis tables, nets, regulation rackets (paddles) and balls will be provided. 2. Athletes may use their own table tennis rackets after inspection and approval by the event official. 3. Competition will be a single elimination tournament. 4. Whenever possible, athletes from the same medical center will not be matched against each other in first round matches. 5. All matches will be the best two out of three games. 6. White shirts or jackets are not permitted for competition. 7. Athletes in the wheelchair division must stay in full contact with the seat of the wheelchair. The footrests or feet touching the floor shall result in the loss of a point. The competitor may not use their legs in any way to gain an advantage over their opponent.
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