Table Tennis Prize Ideas

Table tennis uses paddles and balls in game-play.

Table tennis, also known as ping pong, is a hobby for some and a passion for others. An avid table tennis player will enjoy receiving a table tennis-related prize for a special occasion or as a reward for a game win or competition. Also use table tennis prizes for a themed birthday party.

Table Tennis Balls

Table tennis players know that their balls, sometimes called "ping pong balls," can get dented during game play making them unusable. Give a bucket of balls as a prize for a table tennis competition or individual game. Novelty balls can be purchased at sporting good stores and sometimes at department stores. Ping pong balls come in a variety of colors and styles, including balls that look like other balls such as baseballs or basketballs and feature other decorative elements such as smiley faces.

Paddles

Paddles are an integral part of the game and make a nice prize for table tennis lovers. Buy high quality table tennis paddles at a sporting good store. Some paddles have a rough paddle surface while others have a smoother surface. Choose a paddle with a logo or other attractive visual element to give as a gift.

Trophies & Rewards

Create a trophy to give as a table tennis prize. Trophies can be purchased at personalized at trophy stores, but you can make your own trophy out of simple materials. Buy a base at a craft supply store and stain or paint it. Then paint a table tennis paddle and ball with gold metallic spray paint. Mount the paddle and ball onto the base. Also consider giving a red or blue ribbon as a prize.

Other Table Tennis Prize Ideas

Other prizes include a carrying case for paddles and balls or wall organizer to keep the paddles and ball organized. A score board is also a prize worth considering. Also, consider giving a gift card to a sporting goods store where the recipient can pick-out his own paddles, balls or even table. Another prize possibility is a photo frame where the recipient can display a picture of herself. Decorate the frame with craft foam paddles and ping pong balls.

References

• USA Table Tennis