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Corpus Christi Table Tennis Group Commemorates 20th Anniversary

In Collaboration with Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation

Media Advisory


March 20, 2025

What:     20th Anniversary Celebration of Corpus Christi Table Tennis Group

 

When:    Friday, March 21, 2025

               2:00 p.m.- Program Remarks and Player Recognition 

   1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.- Open Table Tennis Play  

 

Where:   Ethel Eyerly Senior Center

                654 Graham Road

 

Who:      Doc Kennedy, Founder, Corpus Christi Table Tennis Group

               Carolyn Arwood, Charter Member

               Robert Dodd, Director, Parks and Recreation Department

 

 

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Corpus Christi Table Tennis Group, will host a 20th Anniversary Celebration to honor the group's contributions to the table tennis community.

Founded by Doc Kennedy, the organization has played a significant role in promoting and supporting the sport of table tennis. This sport offers mental and physical health benefits for individuals of all ages. Currently, the group has over fifty participants, ranging in age from 25 to 94 years, who have participated in state and national competitions. The organization also includes two active national gold medalists.

The celebration will feature open table tennis play from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., during which the public can participate or observe a demonstration. Program remarks and player recognition will start at 2:00 p.m.

For more information, media representatives can contact Lisa Oliver, Community Relations & Engagement Superintendent, at 361-826-3132 or lisao@cctexas.com.