The club is looking forward to building on the success of last year, when two of our teams returned home with championship shields after outstanding performances.
Adding to the excitement, on Friday, May 29, Yarrawonga/Mulwala took on Shepparton in their annual inter-association challenge in the lead-up to the Country Championships. Shepparton entered the contest looking to secure a fourth consecutive victory after winning the past three years. However, Yarrawonga/Mulwala turned the tables with an impressive 4–2 win, reclaiming the prestigious Bruce Wright/Ray Luscombe Shield and taking it home once again.
This year's championships will be particularly special for our Club President, John Wright, who will be celebrating his 30th year competing at the Country Championships—a remarkable milestone and a testament to his dedication to the sport and our club.
Leading the charge for Yarrawonga/Mulwala is our top team competing in B3 Division, featuring John Wright, Andrew Tegelaers, and Evan Kibble.
Our second strongest team will compete in C1 Division, represented by Rod Armstrong, Jeff Russell, and Paul Storey.
Also representing Yarrawonga/Mulwala will be our C3 Division team of James Loughnan, Aaron Aromeh Alexander, and John Bajada.
Competing in E2 Division will be John Porter, Cameron Brew, and Tristan Meredith.
Our E3 Division team consists of Renee McCarthy, Heidi Meredith, and Niklas Meredith.
The future of the club is also well represented, with a junior team heading to the championships. The team consists of D3 Division consists of Wil Anderson, Sienna Bajada, and Abby Maloney, who will gain valuable experience competing against some of the best young players from across the state.
With six senior teams and one junior team entered in the 74th edition of this prestigious event, Yarrawonga/Mulwala Table Tennis is proud to be represented by a strong mix of experienced and emerging players.
We wish all players the very best of luck and hope they enjoy a successful and memorable championship weekend. The club will be cheering them on as they compete against the best country associations from across Victoria.
Teams Representing Yarrawonga/Mulwala at the 2026 Country Championships
Traralgon, 6–8 June 2026
- B3: John Wright, Andrew Tegelaers, Evan Kibble
- C1: Rod Armstrong, Jeff Russell, Paul Storey
- C3: James Loughnan, Aaron Aromeh Alexander, John Bajada
- E2: John Porter, Cameron Brew, Tristan Meredith
- E3: Renee McCarthy, Heidi Meredith, Niklas Meredith
- Junior Team: Wil Anderson, Sienna Bajada, Abby Maloney
