Ping pong tourney at the Richmond Rec Center with $500 cash prize, Sept. 4-5

Over Labor Day weekend, the San Francisco AMDT Table Tennis Center is hosting a ping pong tournament at the Richmond District Recreation Center. The event is a 2 star US OPEN Table Tennis Tournament.

The tournament is open to everyone, with cash prizes up to $500. The event has different skills levels for a variety of players, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced, suitable for ages ranging from 5-year old children up to 70+-year old seniors. They will also offer a division for disabled participants.

The tournament will also feature some nationally ranked, professional players.

Organizers informed us that San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and Assemblywoman Fiona Ma will stop by the event, and promise ping-pongers they can have their photo taken with the politicos.

Participants can register online (printable form also available). Entry fees are $16 for adults,$12 for juniors (under 18).

The tournament takes place on Sunday, September 4 and Monday, September 5 from 9am until 7pm each day. Visit the event website for a complete schedule of events.

Sarah B.