Francistown Open serves up table tennis’ big push

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Practical shift: BTTA Open tournament hosted at the Adansonia Hotel Multi-Purpose Hall in Francistown last weekend PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

FRANCISTOWN: The Phoenix Assurance Botswana Francistown Open was more than just competition as it proved to be a clear statement of intent from the Botswana Table Tennis Association (BTTA) to spread the sport across the country.

The debut tournament took place here at Adansonia Hotel Multi-Purpose Hall last weekend, and marked a practical shift in strategy, with BTTA decentralising national events to widen participation and develop talent beyond Gaborone.

Speaking to MmegiSport on the sidelines of the event, BTTA Regional Chairperson for the North, Kelebogile Khamfore, explained the move is central to growing the sport and identifying new talent across all regions.

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