The first tournament of the Arysteq Simonis Storm Schools series for 2026 lit up the Wanderers Sports Hall in Pioneerspark, Windhoek on 13–14 March 2026.
With a record-breaking 80 entries: 53 boys and 27 girls across the U11, U13, U15, U17, and U19 categories the event marked a new chapter in Namibian junior table tennis.
Milestones
- Record Participation: The largest entry list yet, showing the sport’s growing reach.
- Two-Day Format: For the first time, junior table tennis in Namibia required two full days of competition.
- Innovation: Live online scoring and updates brought the excitement beyond the hall, connecting families and supporters in real time.
- New Schools: Fresh faces from new schools entered the arena, opening doors for future champions.
Tournament Atmosphere
The hall buzzed with energy as rallies grew faster, matches tighter, and the stakes higher. Every category delivered thrilling contests, with players showing skill, resilience, and sportsmanship. The event wasn’t just about medals, it was about building momentum for the season and inspiring the next generation.
Results
U11 Girls
- Gold: Esther Nelengé (Olof Palme Primary)
- Silver: Sylvi Ikanda (Hillside Primary)
- Bronze: Victoria Namupolo, Hulda Nambudinga (Olof Palme Primary)
U11 Boys
- Gold: Killian Beukes (St Josephs Primary)
- Silver: Handura Unondjamo (The Gardner Academy)
- Bronze: Daniel Petrus, Mbundje Fortune (Olof Palme Primary)
U13 Girls
- Gold: Esther Nelengé (Olof Palme Primary)
- Silver: Sylvi Ikanda (Hillside Primary)
- Bronze: Emilia Amwama, Wilhelmina Shivute (Olof Palme Primary)
U13 Boys
- Gold: Terence Kadandara (St Paul’s College)
- Silver: Eliakim Namhila (Olof Palme Primary)
- Bronze: Don von Kunow, Malte Helumt Schultz (DHPS)
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