From 20 to 23 August 2026, the 2026 Son La Provincial Age-Group Table Tennis Championship took place at the Son La Provincial Training and Competition Centre. Tay Bac University’s team competed with a strong line-up and great determination. After days of hard-fought matches, the team earned a place in the province’s roll of honour, bringing home prestigious medals and great pride for the University.
This year’s team comprised 8 members led by Mr. Nguyen Ba Diep, Deputy Head of the Office of Political Affairs and Student Management, with 6 athletes and 1 support staff member. The team competed in 3 age groups and 6 events: men aged 15–17 (2 singles events and 1 doubles event), women aged 18–35 (2 singles and 1 doubles) and men aged 36–45 (2 singles and 1 doubles).
The efforts of the University’s coaches and athletes were rewarded with brilliant results. At the end of the championship, the team won a total of 6 medals – gold, silver and bronze.
| No. | Age group | Event | Result |
| 1 | Men 15–17 | Men’s doubles | 🥇 Gold medal |
| 2 | Men 15–17 | Men’s singles | 🥇 Gold medal |
| 3 | Men 15–17 | Men’s singles | 🥈 Silver medal |
| 4 | Women 18–35 | Women’s singles | 🥈 Silver medal |
| 5 | Women 18–35 | Women’s doubles | 🥉 Bronze medal |
| 6 | Men 36–45 | Men’s doubles | 🥉 Bronze medal |
The outstanding success at the 2026 championship not only brought honour and pride to the athletes but also reflected the close attention and support of the University’s Board of Rectors. It is a great source of encouragement for the movement of physical training and health improvement across the University to grow ever stronger.
Some photos from the championship:
The team shows its determination at the championship
Gold medal in men’s doubles, age group 15–17
Gold and silver medals in men’s singles, age group 15–17
Bronze medal in men’s doubles, age group 36–45
Bronze medal in women’s doubles, age group 18–35
