Alaska Table Tennis

Thursday Table Tennis sessions at the Arctic Rec Center in Anchorage Alaska. We play in the COMMONS. A carpeted area room of 6 tables.

June 14-15, 2019 About 40 participants from Fairbanks, Whitehorse Yukon Canada and South Central Alaska competed in Singles and Team events.

Come join us for open play, drop-in Table Tennis sessions. Any skill level from beginners to pros. Play on one of the 8 world champions level tables at the Arctic Rec Center in Anchorage AK.

Various events at THE CENTER in Anchorage. Wednesdays Jan - Dec. 2018 OPEN PLAY, Wednesdays 6:30-9PM. Come out and join us!

Sponsored by the FITT club in Fairbanks, Alaska. Biggest hardbat event in Alaska with 26 participants. Exciting events in Men's Singles, Women's Singles, Open Doubles, Novice Doubles and Limited Doubles.

Exciting action at the March tournament

Twenty players (5 females and 15 males) competed in the UAA tournament held at the Student Union Hall with use of 4 Butterfly tables provided the the AKTTC. Great action from all

An enthusiastic group of 13 players got plenty of matches from 8-10 matches on a busy Sunday at the AT & T Sports Pavilion. Both Singles and Doubles matches allowed some competitive games.

With past experience from the NATT Teams dating back to 1989 the Alaskan Assassins were prepared to take on the diversity of players at one of the largest tournaments in the world. About 840 players, and 256 teams on 153 tables over 3 days on Thanksgiving weekend in Washington D.C.

The Alaskans braved the wet and cool weather at the downtown park strip in an fun outdoor tournament on the Concrete table.

New in the summer of 2013, installed by the Anchorage Park Foundation and located off Minnesota Dr. near West 35th Ave. The table with the steel net has gained some drop by players. Come join us in 2014 on most Wednesday nights from 7P until as late at 11PM.

The annual fellowship exchange between Yukon Canada and Alaska was a great success. From moving tables, setting up the gym, preparing the food, organizing the draw and matches. The FITT club set the bar high for "outstanding" hospitality and fun. Along with some exciting handicap scoring play there were many tough fought matches.

8 athletes and 2 coaches for table tennis in the Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks, AK from March 15-22, 2014. Representitives from Alaska have participated since 1970 with the 1st AWG in Anchorage, AK.

A wide range of styles at the annual Pac Rim tournament including Alaskans Jane and Jamo Parrish, Paul Elliott, Kyle Yan and Karl Augestad.

A full event of singles and doubles for juniors and adults held on October 19th on the new wood floor of the AT & T Sports Pavilion. 10 divisions with 33 entries from various locations in Alaska.

A small group of Eagle River players and family to Boyd Bennett help celebrate his 85th Birthday at his "Ping Pong" Parlor. A custom rec room large enough to allow 2 tables with 12' behind. Joined by daughter Linda (Bennett) Murphy, (1982 AWG junior team player), wife, Shirley Bennett and grandson, Brant Bennett. Plus ERTTC local Andy Hutzel, AKTTC member Karl Augestad, Kyle Yan and Paul Elliott.

While new floor is being installed we are playing on the green turf. Actually good feel and footing. NEW WOOD FLOOR is sweet! Check out the gloss on the surface!

Monday August 19, 2013 at the Minnesota Park at 36th & Minnesota Dr. in Anchorage. An outdoor concrete TT table in a park once that was a fenced in tennis court. 32 entries from various quads of Anchorage. Spectators welcome.

Alaska hosted NY visitors Will Shortz (NY Times Crossword Puzzle Editor & NPR Puzzle Master) and Robert Roberts. Here June 5-12 in various towns in our great state. Will's quest is to play for 365 days straight while visiting all 50 USA states! He played Juneau, Anchorage, Soldotna, Homer, Eagle River and Fairbanks. See the photos and videos

The 6th Annual Table Tennis gathering of Yukon and Alaska players in fellowship and competition. Players from Whitehorse Yukon Canada, Fairbanks, Eagle River, Wasilla and Anchorage

Traveling by van, air or walking. Andy gets around! Even before retirement Andy has traveled nationally and internationally to see new clubs and tournaments all over. Here are just a few as most of his moments there is no photographic proof.

Held March 16, 2013 at the AT&T Sports Pavilion. Lots of fun and exciting matches. Chidi edges out Karl in a round robin Open Singles Division. Class B Singles Champion, Jimmy Gao from Homer, AK. Women's Champion, Mary Nomoni. Open Doubles Champions Chidi and Kyle Yan.

The AKTTC visits fall and spring quarters at various PE classes and offers an educational experience and demo for the students. Chugiak High School has invited Karl Augestad and members of the ATTC to demonstrate, instruct and reinforce the rules of the game. Industrial strength rackets!

Jerry Smith is honored as the representative of sportsmanship in Alaskan Table Tennis. A core member of the Fairbanks Interior Table Tennis club he was active and eager to help build the sport. His loss has been felt for years and we are honored to salute him memory for future generations. Display great sportsmanship when playing, competing, coaching and representing the sport of table tennis

A beautiful facility in Austin with operations and activities that include coaching, leagues, tournaments and special events. Open house groups focusing on encouraging new and beginner players to join the fun. Visited by AKTTC members Karl Augestad and Andy Hutzel.

Ten Alaskans traveled to St. George, UT to participate in the 26th annual Huntsman World Senior Games. One of the most exciting, fun and memorable tournaments I have experience in my 38 year experience of table tennis tournaments.

A great tournament featuring top Alaskans facing off with the international field of contenders. Check out the photos from all the events.

The annual Korean community sports events occur every August in Anchorage. The AKTTC rents tables, barriers, scoreboards and provides balls for their competitive activity since 2006.

The Alaskan Assassins competed in a action packed team event over Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-27, 2012. Four divisions of diverse teams with plenty of excitement.

Players over the years traveling to the lower 48 as the Alaskan Assassins. Or as individual players at a team event. From Portland, Baltimore, Indianappoius, Columbus, and Fairbanks.

Visiting Korean Airline pilot Mr. Noh-woo came in Oct. 2011 & May 2012. A strong steady player who gives us in Alaska a reality check. His coach has excelled his skill from a level 4 to level 2 player in his home region back home. He first visited in 2010. Another notable player is Mr. Ha. Also a Korean Airline pilot.

18 full season players with another 16 players dropping in over the 12 session season.

Another unusual session with the famed 44mm oversized TT ball. Popular in Japan for seniors and beginner players. The larger ball floats slow with a short bounce and arch. Yet striking the ball it sounds "CRACKED". Takes some time to adjust but great rallies and FUN for all. Most liked the change.

All participants were issued "Classic Hardbat paddles" And for those not familiar with the game... this is old school pippled bats with NO SPONGE. Loud clacking and game scores to 21 points serving 5 points each. Actually lots of fun for all who attended. Topped by Karl Augestad in a battle against Kyle in the finals.

A few shots taken in the excitement after assembly. On Monday President's day we will build the 2nd table and take better shots. Faster surface, smooth, heavy and a pleasure. Since Chidi and I assembled this one in 1.5 hours we got to play on it. Come check it out. We may let you touch it! If you help build the 2nd one you can play on it. At least until 2/23/12.

Photos after 2/2/12. Often people would see us play at the ATTSP and ask us if we were in a League? I would say no but now we can all show off at any level. A, B & C skill players play weekly from Feb. 2 to April 26th. Check out the pics. Lots of fun!

Misc UAA tournaments and play. Including winter semester 2012. UAA offers relief for students with TT action at Student Union Hall. Mike Mann organized this singles tournament with great action.

Hosted at the home of Boyd Bennett, the founder of the Anchorage Table Tennis Club back in 1967. He built his home with table tennis in mind. Above his garage is room for 2 tables. Great for training & weekly practice. Come out and meet Boyd & join the fun. At 83 Boyd still has a mean backhand flick.

Record Turnout of nearly 30 players for a Friday night at the AT&T Sports Pavilion. Lots of new young players, With only 8 tables the action was full, even late comers till 11:30PM. Sport facility host an indoor soccer field & 4 hard courts.

In 1976 the Arctic Winter Games was hosted in Schefferville, Quebec, Canada. I was honored to be on the junior team competing in an international table tennis competition. What an eye opening experience. I came back with 2 silver and 1 bronze Ulus. Here are some photos from a post AWG reunion with the Yukon Canada team members that would soon become todays Alaska-Yukon Challenge. Check out my facebook page for more information.

Nov. 25-27, 2011 at Baltimore, MD. 145 tables in the Convention hall with nearly 1000 players on 200 teams. Alaskans: Andy Hutzel, Kyle Yan & Karl Augestad attended on two teams. Best shots from 600 images.

Various days though out the 3 day tournament. Including pre event shots. Karl, Andy, Kyle and their teammates.

Tryout for the AWG Team Alaska and A,B,C Singles & A/B, C/D Doubles events. Coaches Bill Cotton & Gretchen Wehmhoff oversee the playoffs of 17 junior/juveniles competing for the 8 sponts on the

Students at the University of Alaska, Anchorage participated in the Fall tournament held at the Student Union. 20 players, 4 tables in 4 hours! Singles & doubles action.

From local schools, OR, WA, Fairbanks, Juneau, Shopping Malls to in state tournaments and in the lower 48 states. Alaskans get around playing pong.

Various locations over the year. Currently playing at the AT & T Sports Pavilion in south Anchorage. Weekly practice day, tournaments, coaching and round robin challenge play. Look for League play in 2012.

Playing weekly at the AEL&P "Power Plant". In 2008 Karl Augestad visited Juneau to help coach new Arctic Winter Games athletes selected for Team Alaska. Locals, Bob Janes,

Hosted by the Fairbanks Interior Table Tennis club. Great turnout from Whitehorse, Anchorage and Fairbanks. Advanced Team winners: "Spin to Win" Andy Hutzel and Karl Augestad from Eagle River and Anchorage. Thanks to Mega Reporting Inc. from Whitehorse Yukon Canada for their generous sponsorship.

Annual hosted event featuring players from Whitehorse, Yukon Canada and various clubs in Alaska. A handicap tournament in Advance and novice skill groups. Team event and singles events. Hosted in Fairbanks in 2011, Whitehorse in 2012.

Open to athletes 50 years & over. Grouped in 5 year increments 50-54, 55-59, 60-64 etc. Hosted by the Fairbanks Interior Table Tennis. Fun tournament, top winners in each age group are eliageble for the National Senior Games held every 2 years. 2008 qualifies for 2009 games.

Sponsored by Aurora Productions the ATTC was able to set up a "half" table along the prime walkway at the Sullivan Arena. Challenge matches to players with the "mini" paddle. Demos were performed when crowds gathered. Info about the club and events. Met one of our top Alaskan Champions, Haitham Salman one year.

Over the years the Anchorage Table Tennis club has meet at various locations in town. This is the Alaska Psychiatric Hospital Gym. Although it is a mental hospital the patients and staff rarely were around when our club met there for over 6 years. Beautiful gym with wood floor and lots of space.

More than the standard pin up sign. Enlarged rackets with snowballs and streaming ribbons. Photos, racket evolution, types of TT balls, videos and Results, Who, what, where, when and why.

Various shots of "the Karl" at tournaments and other events.