2026 New Zealand Secondary Schools Cup
Key Details
- Date: 31st August - 2nd September 2026
- Location: Barber Hall and Waldegrave Lounge, Central Energy Trust Arena, Waldegrave St, Palmerston North
- Contact: Shane Laugesen – entries@tabletennis.nz | 022 063 0886
Closing Date: Entries close at 11:59pm, Friday, 24th July 2026
Draw Release: Monday, 17th August, 2026
Entry Fees
OPEN TEAM
- $140
GIRLS TEAM
- $100
INDIVIDUALS ONLY
- $25
Events Offered
| Category | Boys | Girls | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Open Teams (3 players-maximum 5 players) |
✓ | ||
| Girls Teams (2 player teams-maximum 3 players) | ✓ | ||
| Under 15 Individuals | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Under 19 Individuals | ✓ | ✓ | |
| AWD Class 1-5 (Wheelchair) Individuals | ✓ | ||
| AWD Class 6-10 (Standing) Individuals | ✓ | ||
| AWD Class 11 (Intellectual) Individuals | ✓ |
Playing Schedule
The following is a tentative schedule that cannot be confirmed until final entries are received. Times may change.
| Day and Date | Competition Categories |
|---|---|
| Monday, 31st August |
8:30am Managers meeting 9:00am Teams events commence 6:00pm Expected finish |
| Tuesday, 1st September |
9:00am Teams events continue 6:00pm Prize giving 6:30pm Expected finish |
| Wednesday, 2nd September |
9:00am Individuals commence 4:00pm Prize giving 4:30pm Expected finish |
Format of Play
Individuals:
All 3-player team events will follow a format with the team match order of — A v X, B v Y, C v Z, doubles, A v Y, C v X, B v Z.
All 2-player team events will follow a format with the team match order of — A v X, B v Y, doubles, A v Y, B v X.
How to Enter
Schools can submit entries by completing the entry form and emailing it to Table Tennis New Zealand
Entries are the responsibility of the school
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday, 24th July, 2026
Entry Fees & Payment
$140 Per team - 3 players (includes individuals)
$100 Per team - 2 players (includes individuals)
$25 Per player - Individuals only
TTNZ Bank Account: 12-3136-0548431-52
Particulars: School Name
Details: 2026
Reference: NZSS
Withdrawal and Refund Process
No refund will be provided after the close of entry date. In the event of cancellation of certain events, a refund is limited to the value of the applicable entry fee paid, and no additional compensation will be payable.
Entry Conditions
All schools submitting entries for the tournament will be deemed to have read and accepted the below conditions under which the tournament events are to be conducted. Please click on the link for full details:
For full details regarding student eligibility please refer to The School Sport NZ website HERE
Composite Teams (Click HERE for full details) All entries for Composite Teams must be in by the 10th July.
Seedings, Draws and Results
Seedings and draws will be constructed using the current TTNZ Ranking lists at the close of entry.
Regulations
The tournament will be conducted in accordance with the TTNZ National Tournament Regulations and the current ITTF Laws and Regulations of Table Tennis. The Referee’s decisions are final.
Medals & Prizes
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be awarded in all team and individual events.
Officials
Referees: TBC
Deputy Referees: TBC
Umpires: Players will be required to umpire in all their team matches. Umpiring requirements for individuals will be communicated on the day.
Equipment & Clothing
Equipment:
Table: Donic
Balls: White Donic 3*
Clothing:
No white clothing or singlets shall be worn. Athletes may wear any clothing that complies with ITTF Regulations.
Racket Control
All rackets must comply with ITTF Regulations. Racket control testing may be conducted at any time without prior warning.
Child Safeguarding
Please find a link to TTNZ policies on Child Safeguarding here.
Photography & Personal Data
By participating in this tournament, participants consent to TTNZ using their photographs and images for promotional and publicity purposes. If schools would like to opt out of this, then they must contact the competition manager (Shane Laugesen). Note that no photography or video will be taken of Under 15 participants.
Tournament Feedback
Participants will be given an opportunity to provide feedback after the tournament. Please look out for a link to a feedback form in your email at the conclusion of the tournament.