PHILADELPHIA, PA — The first professional table tennis league in the United States, Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), has announced that its 2025 Championship Weekend will take place on April 12-13 at the Athletic Recreation Center on the campus of Saint Joseph’s University. The event will feature the league’s top four teams competing for the coveted MLTT Cup and a $50,000 prize.
Philadelphia, renowned for its enthusiastic sports culture, serves as the perfect setting for this season finale. “Philadelphia is a city that lives and breathes sports, and we couldn’t ask for a better host for MLTT Championship Weekend,” said MLTT Founder and Commissioner Flint Lane.
The high-stakes weekend will showcase over 30 Olympians across MLTT’s eight teams, including 12 players who participated in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Among these are 11 athletes ranked in the top 100 globally, guaranteeing spectators world-class skill and fast-paced action.
The lead-up to the championship begins March 21-23 with another key event at Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Tickets for this highly anticipated season finale and preliminary matches are available now.
MLTT’s growth has been nothing short of impressive. During Season 2, the league amassed over 15 million digital views and reached more than eight million unique visitors across its platforms. Fans consumed 100,000 hours of video content, reflecting the rapid rise of the league’s appeal.
Supporting this growth are high-profile backers such as Philadelphia 76ers owner David Blitzer and President of Basketball Operations Daryl Morey, who have added credibility and capital to the league’s expansion.
With events like Championship Weekend, MLTT continues to cement its place as a leader in innovative sports entertainment. Fans can look forward to exciting matches, elite talent, and the league’s signature Golden Game format that has captivated audiences nationwide.
Summary
The 2025 Major League Table Tennis Championship Weekend promises thrilling competition in Philadelphia this April. Featuring top global talent and cutting-edge sports action, this landmark event represents another milestone in MLTT’s meteoric rise.
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