The training element of the activity concludes today after five intensive days led by ITTF Head Coaches Eva Jeler and Magnus Mallander.
Sessions have focused on technical progression, physical improvements, and consistency.
This was complemented by an engaging strength & conditioning workshop led by Dave Hembrough of Sheffield Hallam University.
Players and coaches also benefited from a dedicated educational session designed to extend learning beyond the table.
The 2025 ITTF World Hopes Week & Challenge, held in Sheffield from 13-19 October, has brought together the world’s most promising U12 table tennis talents from all continents for a week of training, learning and competition at the English Institute of Sport.
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Author's summary: Young table tennis talents gather in Sheffield.