Draws and Results
Draws and results will be posted here. As usual, draws are constantly changing as more players enter or withdraw from the tournament.
| Event | Champion | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Under 1850 | Shaojie Robert Chen (1830) ✓ | Mike Shi (1768) ✓ |
| Doubles Under 3000 | A. Shafran/ R. Ragimov (2948) | H. Gurappadi/ J. Tang (2847) |
| Doubles Under 4000 | T. Tong/ G. Kathiravan (3972) | D. Zhou/ A. Zhou (4007) |
| Junior Under 13 | Xianliang He (1958) ✓✓ | Fei-Lian Zhang (1602) ✓✓ |
| Junior Under 15 | Xianyao He (2362) ✓✓ | Xianliang He (1958) ✓✓ |
| Junior Under 19 | ||
| Open | Keenan Zhou (2351) ✓✓ | Jeff Ruiz (2251) ✓✓ |
| Tournament Staff Showdown | Crystal Liu (2308) | John James Alto (2328) |
| Under 1000 | Botond Szatmary (1150) ✓ | Justin Shi (640) ✓ |
| Under 1200 | Dylan Peiris (1119) ✓✓ | Arman Shoaee (857) ✓ |
| Under 1350 | Jaden Lee (1475) ✓✓ | Brian Su (682) ✓✓ |
| Under 1500 | Rufat Ragimov (1456) | Jake Tang (1411) ✓✓ |
| Under 1650 | Fei-Lian Zhang (1602) ✓✓ | Jake Tang (1411) ✓✓ |
| Under 1800 | Wenfang Lei (1754) ✓✓ | Austin Zhang (1781) ✓✓ |
| Under 1950 | Xianliang He (1958) ✓✓ | Remzi Kaval (1849) ✓✓ |
| Under 2050 | Xianliang He (1958) ✓✓ | Andrew Zhou (1887) ✓✓ |
| Under 2200 | Thomas Tong (2169) ✓✓ | Diego Gallardo (2049) ✓✓ |
| Under 500 | Ahaan Pandey (0) ✓ | Ashwin Kodali (268) ✓✓ |
Event Day Player Instructions
The instructions below are the same as our previous tournaments. If you played that tournament, we already have your number and no further action is required.- When you arrive at the venue, please check in with the tournament front desk. You will be 1) asked to read these instructions and 2) asked to input your phone number to the tournament. To save time, you can read these instructions ahead of time and input your phone number here. Note that you do not need to give us your number if you have already received a text message from us within the past week.
- The venue will open at 8:00 am.
- Every player must have access to text messages. If you are dropping your kid off, please input the phone number of a coach or trusted adult who will be present at the tournament.
- Unlike other tournaments, we do not pre-assign tables to a match. Instead, every match waits in one giant queue, and the first match in the queue starts immediately once a table is available. Once you are in one of the two front spots in the queue, we will send you a text message telling you to get ready. Please use this time to use the restroom, so you will be ready to go once your match starts. Once a table is available, your will receive a message indicating that your match is starting.
- We will not be handing out clipboards and balls like at other tournaments. Instead, whenever you have a match, you will receive a text message indicating your table number and opponent (note the message will come from an unknown number).
- Once you receive a text indicating your match has started, go to the table and start your match. You do not need to contact the tournament director unless something is wrong (e.g. your opponent won't show up). There should be a ball at each table. If there is no ball, see the tournament director. Please leave the ball at the table when your match is finished
- When you are finished with your match, click on the link on the text message. It will take you to a webpage to submit your results.
- Input your results and hit submit button at the bottom of the page. If all goes well, your results have been saved and you will be redirected to the draw. Again, you do not need to inform the tournament director once your match has finished.
- You can save results in between games by clicking the "save" button at the bottom of the page. Remember to hit "submit" once the match finishes.
- For security reasons, you may only submit your results once by clicking the submit button on the webpage. If you made an error and need to submit again, then contact any tournament staff and we will unlock the page for you again.
- Only one player needs to submit results. Please submit as soon as your match ends so we can free up the table for the next match.
- It is important to remember that your table changes every match. Always check your text messages to see where your next match is.
- Once a table is available, we immediately assign it to the next match in line. You can view your position in line here. You can also reach this page by clicking on "Match Queue" on the menu at the top of the page. The match queue will show an ETA (may not be too accurate as this is our first time doing it) and whether your opponent is currently playing on another table.
- The match queue will also show a list of who is currently playing at what table and for how long each match has been going on. You can use it to watch your next opponent and get a rough idea of when your next match will start.
- Your match will only show up on the queue once the event has started.
- To help the tournament run more quickly, if you see that someone you know should be playing, please inform them.
- If any problems come up, please talk to any of the tournament staff. Have fun!
Getting Started
Submitting Results
Waiting for Your Next Match
Questions
Match Queue
View the match queue here.Schedule
The schedule is as follows.
Friday
| Time | Event 1 | Event 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 5:00 pm | U1000 RR | |
| 7:00 pm | U1950 RR | U500 RR |
Saturday
| Time | Event 1 | Event 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am | U2200 RR | U1350 RR |
| 11:00 am | U2050 RR | |
| 1:00 pm | Open Singles RR | U1500 RR |
| 3:00 pm | U1800 RR | |
| 5:00 pm | U1650 RR | U1200 RR |
Sunday
| Time | Event 1 | Event 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 am | Junior RR | Minicadet RR |
| 11:00 am | Cadet RR | Adult U1850 RR |
| 1:00 pm | Doubles Under 4000 SE | Doubles Under 3000 SE |
| 3:00 pm | Brazilian Teams Under 7000 (Non-Sanctioned) | |
Event Fees, Prizes, and Playing Format
Entry Fees and Prizes
| Event | Fee | 1st | 2nd | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Singles RR | $35 | $300 | $150 | |
| Junior RR | $30 | $200 | $100 | Must be born on or after Jan 1, 2004 |
| Cadet RR | $25 | $150 | $75 | Must be born on or after Jan 1, 2008 |
| Minicadet RR | $20 | $100 | $50 | Must be born on or after Jan 1, 2010 |
| U2200 RR | $32 | $120 | $60 | |
| U2050 RR | $31 | $110 | $55 | |
| U1950 RR | $30 | $100 | $50 | |
| Adult U1850 RR | $29 | $100 | $50 | |
| U1800 RR | $28 | $100 | $50 | |
| U1650 RR | $27 | $90 | $45 | |
| U1500 RR | $25 | $80 | $40 | |
| U1350 RR | $24 | $70 | $35 | |
| U1200 RR | $22 | $60 | $30 | |
| U1000 RR | $20 | $50 | $25 | |
| U500 RR | $20 | $50 | $25 | |
| U4000 Dbls SE | $23/player | $200/team | $100/team | See below for additional rules. |
| U3000 Dbls SE | $19/player | $120/team | $60/team | See below for additional rules. |
| Brazilian Teams U7000 (Non-Sanctioned) | $15/player | $500/team | Four players per team. Additional rules below. |
Special Offers
- For all ratings singles events, players rated within 100 points of the rating cap (e.g. players rated over 1750 in the U1850) may opt to get a bye out of the round robin directly into the playoffs for a 25% discount. You can do so by selecting the event titled "special offer" on Omnipong.
- Players rated over 2250 are eligible for the special offer in the Open Singles.
- Special offers are also available for the age events subject to tournament director discretion. If you are a top rated player in your event and would like a special offer, please text us at (858) 209-9186.
Registration Fees and Deadlines
- There will be a $13 registration fee. Players may waive $10 from their registration fee by signing up and paying by the early bird deadline on Monday, May 29. The remaining $3 will be used to cover the Nittaku Premium ball that all players will receive at the beginning of the tournament.
- All entries must be paid for by Thursday, June 8. Unpaid entries at this time will be removed from the tournament. Late entries will be accepted subject to tournament discretion.
- Players who withdraw must inform the tournament director and submit a request for a refund by Thursday, June 8 to get a full refund minus a $10 processing fee.
- Ratings from Friday, May 26 will be used for eligibility. The most recent ratings will be used for seeding.
Playing Format
- All singles events will have round robins consisting of three to four people. We will assign groups of four when mathematically possible.
- Two players will advance from select events that take place earlier in the day. Otherwise, one player advances from each round robin. Check the draws to see which events have two players advance.
- All matches will be three out of five.
- Unrated players may advance from all rated events if they have a league rating points. You can obtain a league rating by playing the ASLT league, which is held every weekend.
Doubles and Brazilian Teams Rating Cap Rules
- We will employ a soft rating cap on individual players for the team events. The soft rating caps are 2300 for U4000 doubles, 1800 for U3000 doubles, and 2300 for Brazilian teams.
- Players over the soft cap may play, but every point over the cat counts double towards the rating limit. For example, a player rated 1870 may play with a player rated at most 3000-1800-2*70=1060 in the U3000 doubles event.
- Players over the soft cap who wish to play team events should text tournament staff at (858) 209-9186 so that we can manually verify your team is eligible. We will then add your entry onto Omnipong for you.
Brazilian Teams Rules
- Each team determines an ordering for their team. Both teams then send their first player to the table and play one point. The loser leaves the table, and the next player on the team's line up plays one point against the winner of the previous point. A demonstration video can be found here.
- The team that lost the previous point always serves.
- Each match is the first team to 36 points. There is no deuce. Win by 1 is enough.
- A player may win a maximum of four points in a row, after which he or she will automatically have to leave the table.
- The event is in single-elimination format.
- All players rated under 500 will count as being rated 500 towards the rating cap.
- If you need help finding a player rated under 500 to join your team, please contact the tournament director.
- Unrated players may play using their league rating, but it will carry an additional 150 point penalty to the cap.
- Unrated players may also play if their level is undisputably below 500 (e.g. your friend who doesn't know how to properly hold a paddle).
- The playoff bracket will be determined either randomly or by what draw would be the most entertaining. Ratings will be completely ignored except for determining eligibility. As this may not lead to the optimally fair outcome, only the champion will receive prize money.
- Players who only play Brazilian teams do not need to pay the $13 tournaent registration fee.
- Due to the casual nature of this event, it is separate from the rest of the tournament and is not USATT-sanctioned.
Additional Rules
Tournament Staff: Ronald Yu, John James Alto, and Crystal Liu. If you have questions, please text Crystal at (858) 209-9186.
Tournament Referee: Joe Tran RR/IU.
Venue. The tournament will be held at After School Learning Tree. The venue address is 11525 Sorrento Valley Rd STE A, San Diego, CA 92121. The closest airport is San Diego Airport (SAN).
Registration. Registration is live on Omnipong.
Payment. All entries must be paid for online beforehand via Omnipong. Your spot is not secure unless you pay beforehand. It is your responsibility to pay online beforehand to secure your spot.
Event Cancellations. Update (Jun 2):No events will be cancelled barring extreme circumstances (e.g. power outage, earthquake).
Ratings. The rating from May 26 will be used for eligibility. The most recent rating posted on Ominpong will be used for seeding.
Cellphones. This tournament will rely heavily on players having access to text messages and phone calls (and preferably the internet). All players must have a cellphone or be accompanied by a parent or coach with access to a cellphone.
To save yourself some time on the day of the tournament, you can pre-register your phone number here. If your name does not appear on the drop-down list and you have registered for the tournament on Omnipong, please wait for a few days for your name to appear on the list. If you played in Huntington Beach Weekend February 2023, we already have your number.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Balls). To make things less hectic at the control desk, players are expected to provide their own balls for all of the matches. To ensure that there are enough balls for the tournament to run smoothly, every player will receive one Premium Nittaku ball at the beginning of the tournament that they can keep. Additional balls will be for sale at the tournament for either $4 a ball or $10 for three balls. Please be a good citizen and try to use your ball for roughly half of your matches (and your opponent's ball for the other half). If your opponent has cracked his or her ball earlier in the tournament, please volunteer to use your ball.
Equipment. We will use Nittaku Premium balls on 9 JOOLA SC 3000 tables. We will have red carpet.
USATT Rules. All generic USATT rules apply. Players must be USATT members to play. Final decisions are up to the discretion of the tournament director.
Miscellaneous
By signing up for this tournament, you agree to the following:
Entering the tournament, I fully understand that table tennis activities involve risks and dangers of serious bodily injury and I fully accept and assume all such risks and all responsibility for losses, costs, and damages I and/or my minor child incur as a result of my participation in the activity. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless to USATT, OCTTA, all Individuals, Organizations and Sponsors involved in this event. I agree to abide by the rules of the USATT and decisions of the Tournament Officials.
Signature: ______________ (Parent or Guardian must sign for Minor, under age 18) Date:____________
USATT MEMBERSHIP—Basic $25/Yr, Pro $75/Yr
1 Day Tournament Pass: $50 Adult, $20 Junior
OPTIONAL: Donation to support USATT National Team Programs
USATT SAFE SPORT PROTOCOL
☐ I understand USATT’s Safe Sport Policy including the organization’s Coaching Policy, which requires that all persons who are engaged in coaching activities at USATT Affiliated Member Clubs and/or USATT Sanctioned Tournaments, except parents or legal guardians coaching their own children, must be fully Safe Sport Compliant, which includes completing SafeSport Training offered by the US Center for SafeSport every year and undergoing a criminal background screen every two years.
☐ I understand that, pursuant to USATT’s Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy, all participants at USATT Sanctioned Tournaments who are over the age of 18 and have regular contact with or authority over minor athletes must complete annual SafeSport Training offered by the US Center for SafeSport.
More information on USATT’s Safe Sport Policy is available at: https://www.teamusa.org/usa-table- tennis/athlete-safety/safe-sport.
USATT Safe Sport Protocol
Communication of Safe Sport Policy to Tournament Participants
Full Information for USATT’s Safe Sport Policy is available on the Athlete Safety Section of the USATT website:
https://www.teamusa.org/usa-table-tennis/athlete-safety/safe-sport.
This page includes links for:
- The USATT Safe Sport Policy, including the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy [“MAAPP”];
- The SafeSport Code for the Olympic and Paralympic Movements;
- The US Center for SafeSport’s Toolkit for Parents;
- USATT Safe Sport Compliance Protocol (Who Must Be Safe Sport Compliant and How a Person Becomes Safe Sport Compliant); and
- Frequently asked Questions Regarding Safe Sport Compliance.
PERSONS IN POSITIONS OF AUTHORITY MUST BE FULLY SAFE SPORT COMPLIANT
Under USATT Safe Sport Policy, persons holding certain Positions of Authority must complete SafeSport Training offered by the US Center for Safe Sport (once per year) and undergo a criminal background screen (every two years). The list of Positions of Authority requiring Full Safe Sport Compliance is set out in USATT’s Safe Sport Policy and the Athlete Safety Section of the USATT Website: https://www.teamusa.org/usa-table-tennis/athlete-safety/safe-sport.
USATT COACHING POLICY
All persons who are engaged in coaching activities at USATT Affiliated Member Clubs and/or USATT Sanctioned Tournaments, except parents or legal guardians coaching their own children, must be Fully Safe Sport Compliant, which requires completing SafeSport Training offered by the US Center for SafeSport every year and undergoing a criminal background screen every two years.
ADULT PARTICIPANTS REQUIRING SAFESPORT TRAINING
Pursuant to USATT’s Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy, ALL Adult Participants (participants over the age of 18) who have regular contact with or authority over minor aged athletes must complete SafeSport Training offered by the US Center for SafeSport every year (“SafeSport Trained”).
CONTACT USATT TO BECOME SAFESPORT TRAINED AND/OR FULLY SAFE SPORT COMPLIANT
USATT is pleased to assist USATT Members in the process of becoming SafeSport Trained and/or Fully Safe Sport Compliant. Please contact USATT at Admin@usatt.org for more information and guidance in this process.
MANDATORY REPORTING
There are certain circumstances where reporting a potential Safe Sport violation is mandatory. These circumstances include: (i) child abuse; (ii) sexual misconduct; (iii) emotional and physical misconduct; (iv) criminal charges and/or dispositions involving sexual misconduct or misconduct involving minors; (v) any abuse of the Safe Sport process. Child abuse must be immediately reported to local law enforcement. To learn more about the appropriate agency where you can submit a report of child abuse, log onto: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting.
HOW TO REPORT SAFE SPORT VIOLATION
Persons can report a suspected violation of USATT’s Safe Sport Policy to:
- The US Center for SafeSport at www.SafeSport.org (or by phone during regular business hours at: 720-531-0340);
- The USATT Athlete Protection Officer Mark Thompson (mark.thompson@usatt.org) (719-329-4200).
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