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Table Tennis

Plan a table tennis competition people return to, with clear scoring, singles, doubles, and fresh formats.

A good office table tennis competition needs just enough structure to make every match matter. Start with familiar scoring, make singles and doubles equally easy to arrange, and keep results visible so the next challenge happens naturally.

Choose a format people can return to

Singles are ideal for an ongoing ladder because a match is quick to arrange. Doubles lower the barrier for new players and give colleagues a reason to team up across departments. For a small office, let both formats contribute to the same weekly rhythm instead of waiting for a large event.

Table tennis scoring at a glance

Table Tennis uses best-of-sets scoring. Each set is normally played to 11 points and must be won by 2. The first player or team to win the configured number of sets wins the match.

Configuration options

Sets to win

The number of sets a player or team must win to win the match (e.g., 2 or 3).

Target score per set

The score required to win a single set (e.g., 11 or 21 points).

Win-by margin

The minimum point difference required to win a set (e.g., must win by 2 points).

Draw policy

Choose whether matches can end in a draw or if a winner is always required.

Round names

Customize the singular and plural labels for rounds (e.g., "Set" / "Sets").

Score limits

Optionally set minimum and maximum allowed scores per set.

What's fixed

For preset sports like Table Tennis, the core scoring method is locked. You cannot change how rounds are scored, how the match winner is decided, or the score input type. Only the numeric values, draw policy, round names, and score limits can be edited.

Log the result while the match is still being discussed

Enter each set as soon as the match ends. Office Sports checks the configured target score, win-by margin, and sets-to-win rules, then updates the leaderboard so everyone can see what changed and who might be the next good opponent.

Renew the stakes before the routine fades

A league creates the everyday rhythm; a tournament gives that rhythm a fresh peak. Run a cup, rotate doubles partners, or set a short challenge period when participation slows. The goal is not constant pressure - it is a new reason for colleagues to meet at the table.