William Berekorang Asare of PotSports Table Tennis Club, has officially been selected by the International Table Tennis Federation, ITTF, as one of the promoters for the 35th World Table Tennis Day.
World Table Tennis Day is celebrated on 23 April, each year honouring Ivor Montagu, organiser of the first World Table Tennis Championships in 1926 and the founder and first president of the ITTF.
This year’s edition would be held on the theme, “Diversity and Inclusion”. The theme underscores the sport’s unifying power, where individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities come together to share their passion for table tennis.
WTTD celebrates the joy of playing table tennis for fun, bringing people together, focusing less on competition and more on participation and enjoyment.
It is a moment of recognizing diversity enriching the sporting communities, fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their gender, age, race, or physical capabilities, can participate and thrive.
The International Table Tennis Federation also states that ” Table Tennis Day 2024 reinforces the belief that every person has the right to enjoy table tennis, making it a symbol of unity, equality, and mutual respect across the globe.”
William Asare, who doubles as Treasurer of the GTTA, also holds certification in ITTF competitions management.
According to him, it is an opportunity to learn, develop and promote the sport across the country.
He revealed plans of organizing mini competitions and seminars on 23rd April, 2024 as part of the celebrations across the country.
The ITTF certified competition manager expressed gratitude to the ITTF foundation, GTTA and the table tennis fraternity for the support and encouragement as well as accepting the role.
“It is a great pleasure to be selected as one of the promoters, I will use my platforms and mediums to make the celebration a successful one. I want to thank all stakeholders involved in the process, I am grateful to all.
“I officially accept to be a World Table Tennis Day 2024 Promoter.” William Berekorang Asare confirmed.