A-League: 08/09/2023

As the summer sun cast its golden glow, the Pioneer Valley Table Tennis Club concluded its exhilarating A-League journey, leaving a trail of victories, defeats, and indomitable spirits in its wake.

Rath, the unyielding force, reigned supreme atop the leaderboard with a rating of 1668. With a remarkable win percentage of 91.4%, he claimed 53 victories, etching his name as a titan of the table.

In the shadow of greatness stood Andy, a warrior of 1652 rating. His 51 victories and 86.4% win rate painted a portrait of determination and skill, embodying the essence of a true champion.

Calvin, the resolute contender, showcased a win percentage of 79.7% with 47 victories and a rating of 1598. His unwavering focus and grit left an indelible mark on the battleground.

Erich, Rudy, Rick, Gene, Raymond, Kyle, Alec, James, Vin, Jeff, and Chihiro each added their distinct shades to the narrative. They battled fiercely, exemplifying the spirit of competition that fuels the heart of the club.

A special tribute to Matthew, the embodiment of dedication, who attended all sessions, standing as a testament to the unwavering spirit of the game.

As the A-League drew to a close, the warriors gathered for the final session, inspired by the spirit of “American Ninja Warrior.” The echoes of past battles reverberated as they faced their ultimate challenge, a fitting crescendo to a summer of triumphs and trials.

Dear members, the saga continues to unfold. The echoes of victories and defeats shall resonate through time, driving the club forward with a renewed vigor. Let the spirit of champions guide us as we embark on new adventures, carving our paths in the realm of table tennis glory.

Here are the final standings for the inaugural season:

rank	player	current_rating	wins	loses	win_percentage	attendance	points
1	Rath Y	1668	53	5	91.4%	9	731.03
2	Andy S	1652	51	8	86.4%	9	691.53
3	Calvin B	1598	47	12	79.7%	9	637.29
4	Erich H	1429	18	39	31.6%	9	252.63
5	Rudy F	1472	18	27	40.0%	7	240.00
6	Rick M	1424	10	31	24.4%	6	121.95
7	Gene O	1537	14	9	60.9%	3	121.74
8	Raymond B	1503	8	9	47.1%	3	94.12
9	Kyle T	1553	8	3	72.7%	2	72.73
10	Alec S	1468	6	10	37.5%	2	37.50
11	James W	1436	3	13	18.8%	2	18.75
12	Vin B	1492	4	5	44.4%	1	–
12	Jeff R	1484	2	4	33.3%	1	–
12	Chihiro M	1479	2	5	28.6%	1	–
12	Matthew A	1305	0	64	0.0%	10	–

Here are the results for session #10:

season	date	group	player_name	player_rating	opponent	opponent_rating	result	rating_change
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Calvin Baker	1624	W	8
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Kyle Tacy	1510	W	3
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Jeff Richardson	1500	W	3
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Rudy Fiebig	1463	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Erich Husemoller	1449	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Andy Stenson	1634	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	0
1	8/9/2023	A	Calvin Baker	1624	Jeff Richardson	1500	W	3
1	8/9/2023	A	Calvin Baker	1624	Rudy Fiebig	1463	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Calvin Baker	1624	Erich Husemoller	1449	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Calvin Baker	1624	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	0
1	8/9/2023	A	Kyle Tacy	1510	Calvin Baker	1624	W	25
1	8/9/2023	A	Kyle Tacy	1510	Jeff Richardson	1500	W	8
1	8/9/2023	A	Kyle Tacy	1510	Rudy Fiebig	1463	W	6
1	8/9/2023	A	Kyle Tacy	1510	Erich Husemoller	1449	W	6
1	8/9/2023	A	Kyle Tacy	1510	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	1
1	8/9/2023	A	Jeff Richardson	1500	Erich Husemoller	1449	W	6
1	8/9/2023	A	Jeff Richardson	1500	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Rudy Fiebig	1463	Jeff Richardson	1500	W	10
1	8/9/2023	A	Rudy Fiebig	1463	Erich Husemoller	1449	W	7
1	8/9/2023	A	Rudy Fiebig	1463	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	2
1	8/9/2023	A	Erich Husemoller	1449	Matthew Atkins	1313	W	3

Here is the raw footage of session #10’s matches: