Lawrence’s Rider University to Host Major League Table Tennis Event

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ — World class table tennis players will descend on Lawrenceville as Rider University is all set to play host to the Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first professional table tennis league in the U.S.

The tournament will be held from March 21-23, as part of an action-packed second season.

This key event will feature 25 Olympians, internationally ranked stars, and top MLTT teams battling for critical playoff positioning ahead of MLTT Championship Weekend in Philadelphia on April 12-13.

Fans in the Northeast will have a unique opportunity to witness some of the best table tennis players in the world compete in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

“We’re excited to bring MLTT to Rider University and give fans in New Jersey an incredible live table tennis experience,” said MLTT Founder and Commissioner Flint Lane, a resident of Princeton.

“This event is a key moment in our season as teams make their final push toward Championship Weekend, and it’s a great opportunity for fans to see elite competition up close.”

The MLTT Championship Weekend on April 12-13 will be held at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, where the league’s top four teams will compete for the MLTT Cup and a $50,000 purse.

Tickets for both the Rider University event and MLTT Championship Weekend are available at mltt.com/tickets.

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