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Manchester United midfielder Jack Fletcher is expected to replace the injured Kobbie Mainoo in the squad for Saturday’s Premier League game at Tottenham, which would keep the club’s 88-year record of having an academy product in every matchday squad in tact.

Mainoo, 20, did not travel to London with Ruben Amorim’s squad and is believed to have sustained a minor injury.

England youth international Jack Fletcher, son of former United midfielder and current Under-18s coach Darren, has travelled with Amorim’s squad.

The 18-year-old is yet to make his first team debut for United, but was on the first team bench on a number of occasions last season.

He and twin Tyler joined United from Manchester City’s academy in 2023.

Jack was picked for England’s Under-19 squad for the forthcoming European Championship qualifiers in Lithuania and could meet Tyler, who is in Scotland’s squad.

For the past four games, Mainoo has been the only academy graduate in United’s squad.

Goalkeeper Tom Heaton is another option who has come through the academy, but the 39-year-old is third choice behind Altay Bayındır and Senne Lammens.

The other academy product to have been in a squad this season is Stockport-born Tyler Fredricson, who started the EFL Cup loss at Grimsby.

United have a proud record of having an academy graduate or what the club refer to as a “homegrown player” in every matchday squad since 1937.

The sequence, which stretches for over 4,000 consecutive games, started on Saturday, 30 October 1937, when Tom Manley and Jack Wassall were involved in an away game at Fulham.

United class a homegrown player, external as one who signed before the age of 21 having not played for another senior team, and played for a junior team at United.

Amorim recently said he would not be the coach who broke that record, although minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has recently criticised the academy, saying standards have “really slipped”.

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October 7, 2025 | Paul Stimpson

Young athletes and their parents will have the chance to find out more about the new GB Youth Academy at an open day next month.

The event, from 11am to 2pm at Grantham College, will showcase both the Academy and the Grantham College Table Tennis Academy.

It will include details on the application process and entry requirements, as well as an opportunity to take part in a practice session with the new GBYA coach and Table Tennis England performance coaches.

There will also be the chance to meet education partners and explore study options, a guided tour of the accommodation and a Q&A with college and Table Tennis England staff.

The Academy, in partnership with Grantham College and Charles Read Academy, will launch in February 2026.

Around 10 players per year, aged 12-18, will be able to combine education with the high-class practice and support they need in their quest to win medals on the international stage and create a supply of quality players into the senior England and GB squads.

The head of the GB Youth Academy will lead the group and will deliver a training and international competition programme, with players having access to 20+ hours a week of training, with minimum engagement expectations to be part of the programme.

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September 28, 2025

(by Steve Hopkins)

Fullerton Table Tennis Academy is located off Imperial Highway in Fullerton, California.  The facility is near Bonita Pl and S Harbor Blvd/E Imperial Hwy in the neighborhoods of La Habra.  This positions the club just North of Anaheim with easy access to all of the greater Los Angeles area.

Fullerton Table Tennis Academy focuses on the skills necessary for table tennis as well as the spirit of table tennis in general.  The club offers professional coaching and facilities with an eye towards creating a community space for healthy leisure.  There are programs for young people which can help develop skills from beginners all the way up to those aspiring to be professional athletes, and on the other end of the spectrum there are also healthy lifestyle programs offered for seniors.  All players of all ages are welcomed.

Coaches are ready to help new players learn the fundamentals or to help advanced players reach the next level.  Whether you are looking for private lessons, single day sessions, or equipment, you should visit this table tennis academy.  Monthly memberships are also available.

Contact: (714) 332-9562
Email: team_cltta@yahoo.com

Location: 241 E. Imperial Hwy #350,  Fullerton, CA 92835

Hours: Monday – Friday: 11:00am to 10:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 1:00pm to 7:00pm

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Fremont Table Tennis Academy (FTTA) has locations in both Fremont and San Ramon. Regular tournaments, open play, and coaching options are all features of FTTA.  The club locations provide plenty of hours (morning, afternoon, and evening).  They have facilities open 6 days each week. Group and private table-tennis lessons are available for all levels and ages.  All levels are welcome.

FTTA provides a premier location to play table tennis that is easily accessible to San Jose in the Southern part of San Francisco Bay as well as the other major cities that surround the Bay.  The Fremont location is on Warm Springs Blvd., sandwiched between the 680 and 880.  The facility is a USATT National Center of Excellence.  The Fremont Table Tennis Academy Tri-Valley Branch is on San Ramon Valley Blvd. in San Ramon.

National level coach, Shashin Shodhan leads the academy coaching programs at FTTA.  He has represented the US at the North American Olympic Trials, and has trained and competed internationally in China, Sweden, and Germany.  As a junior, he was a member of the US Junior National Team, winning a variety of titles and accolades along the way.

Contact: (510) 366-5234 (Shashin Shodhan)  |  www.fremonttabletennis.com
Email: info@fremonttabletennis.com

Locations: Fremont Location is at 47998 Warm Springs Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539  |  San Ramon location is at 2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Suit 235, San Ramon CA 94583

Hours: Fremont Hours – Monday 1 PM-8 PM, Tuesday 1 PM-9 PM, Wednesday 5-10 PM, Thursday 12 PM-8 PM, Friday 11 AM-9 PM, Saturday closed, Sunday 9 AM-9 PM  (*Check the website for most up to date hours and activities)

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September 19, 2025 | Paul Stimpson The best young players in the country will have access to more and better…

August 24, 2025 (by Steve Hopkins) With their location East of Los Angeles in Chino Hills, the Dynamic Table Tennis…

Portland, OR, and San Francisco Bay Area, CA, August 14, 2025 — Paddle Palace, Americaâ€s Table Tennis Expert, and Micro Motion Table Tennis Academy (MMTTA) have formed a new sponsorship and equipment partnership to serve players and families across Micro Motionâ€s three Bay Area locations in Alameda, Pleasanton, and Santa Clara.

The partnership aligns world-class coaching with trusted equipment and service. MMTTA trains beginners through national-level athletes and has produced Youth National Team members each year since 2022, with athletes earning medals at WTT Youth Contender events and 28 medals at the 2024 U.S. Open. Paddle Palace will support that pathway with outfitting, product education, and community programming.

“Micro Motion builds strong players and a stronger table tennis community. We are honored to fuel their work with the right gear, fast service, and expert guidance,†said Sean Oâ€Neill, Director of Sponsorships & Social Media at Paddle Palace. “This partnership helps families focus on training and competition while we handle equipment with care and precision.â€

“Paddle Palace understands the needs of players at every stage, from a first paddle to high-performance setups,†said a Micro Motion Table Tennis Academy founder & CEO Boliang Lyu. “Their team knows our sport, and their support will help our athletes train smarter and compete with confidence.â€

Partnership pillars

• Official Equipment and Retail Partner. Preferred access to leading brands, balls, tables, robots, and accessories for MMTTA teams, coaches, and families.
• Member Benefits. Exclusive offers, bundle pricing, and on-site ordering support during academy events.
• Demo Days and Gear Labs. Hands-on blade and rubber testing with Paddle Palace experts, plus fitting sessions for juniors and adults.
• Tournament and Camp Support. Equipment logistics, prize support, and pop-up pro-shop services for academy competitions and seasonal camps.
• Coach and Parent Education. Short clinics and guides on setup selection, maintenance, and match-day readiness.
• Athlete Support. Need-based equipment scholarships organized with the academyâ€s coaching staff.
• Community Growth. Open-house clinics and school outreach in the East Bay and South Bay to welcome new players.

Why it matters

• Players get a single, reliable source for equipment that matches their training goals.
• Coaches gain faster, data-informed ordering and consistent products for sessions and events.
• Families save time and money through curated packages and on-site service.
• The local table tennis pipeline strengthens from entry level to elite competition.

About Micro Motion Table Tennis Academy

Micro Motion Table Tennis Academy operates full-time training centers in Alameda, Pleasanton, and Santa Clara. The academy offers beginner classes, progressive group training, private lessons, and an elite team program with 10 to 25 hours of weekly training. The coaching staff includes international competitors, national medalists, and veteran mentors dedicated to player development and character growth. Learn more at mmtta.io.

About Paddle Palace

Founded in Portland, Oregon, Paddle Palace is Americaâ€s Table Tennis Expert and a trusted source for blades, rubbers, balls, robots, tables, and accessories. The company supports clubs, coaches, and tournaments across the United States with expert advice and customer service. Learn more at paddlepalace.com.

Media contacts

Paddle Palace
Press Inquiries: tt@paddlepalace.com | Phone:  (503) 777-2266

Micro Motion Table Tennis Academy
Press Inquiries: support@mmtta.io | Phone: (510) 399-9120

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