MIT Table Tennis Open 2026
We are so excited to announce the return of MIT Table Tennis Open for a second consecutive year! Join us for a full day of competition, cash prizes, and exciting table tennis with the local community.
Players of all levels are welcome, and MIT affiliation is not required.
LocationMIT Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center Tell the front desk that you're here for the table tennis tournament, then follow the signs to Du Pont Court 1. The Du Pont courts can be tricky to find, so don't be afraid to ask for directions! |
DateSaturday, May 2, 2026 See the event table below for start times, eligibility, prize details, and entry fees. |
Equipment
We will be using Joola 3* Prime balls and eight competition-sanctioned tables:
- 6 × Joola Tour 2500
- 1 × Joola SC Pro 3000
- 1 × Joola Rally Indoor 15mm
Please bring your own racket if you have one. A small number of spares will be available if needed!
Event Information
| Event | Eligibility (USATT/NCTTA) | Start Time | Entry | 1st Prize | 2nd Prize | Sets | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amateur | No rating or below 1000 | 10:30 AM | $10 | $30 | N/A | Best of 3 | 32 players |
| U1500 | Rating below 1500 | 11:30 AM | $20 | $50 | N/A | Best of 5 | 16 players |
| U2000 | Rating below 2000 | 1:00 PM | $25 | $75 | $30 | Best of 5 | 16 players |
| Open | No rating cap | 2:00 PM | $30 | $125 | $50 | Best of 5 | 16 players |
A set is played to 11 points, with deuce at 10-10. Each event begins with 4-player round robins, and the top 2 players from each group advance to a single-elimination bracket.
Amateur Event
This event is intended for players who mostly play casually and have little to no formal competitive experience. If you have had formal training or have competed seriously, even without a USATT rating, we encourage you to enter one of our rated events instead!
Players may participate in the Amateur event only if they are not entering any of the other three events, and vice versa.
If you are unsure which event is the best fit for you, feel free to email us at tt-officers@mit.edu!
Event Caps and Prizes: Event sizes and prize amounts may change depending on participant interest. Final details will be confirmed closer to the tournament date.
Spots are limited — sign up early to secure yours! We hope to see you there!
Payment
Upon submitting your entry form, please send your total registration fee via either:
- Venmo: @jumeng
- Zelle: (617) 216-7414
Be sure to include your full name in the payment description! We are only able to confirm your registration once payment is received.
Registration
To enter the 2026 MIT Open, please complete the form below. You can also open it directly here.
The entry deadline is 12:00PM ET on May 1, 2026.
For additional questions, contact us at tt-officers@mit.edu.
Entry Form: