Catch up with Paul Drinkhall in his latest London 2012 report for The Telegraph.
London 2012 Olympics: Rule changes mean Britain have a chance of breaking China’s table tennis domination
The one thing you can say for sure about next year’s Olympics is that there will not be a Chinese clean sweep of the men’s and women’s singles medals, as there was at the Beijing Games in 2008.
Sprint Management, Josh Clancy starred in the opening ceremony of the Champion League Final at Wembley on the 28 May 2011.
Well done Josh on a great professional performance. For more information on Josh Clancy please visit his website: www.joshclancy.co.uk
Well Known Poker Player and Writer Roy Brindley Joins Team VC For European Masters of Poker Coaching and Hosting
Dublin, Ireland: March 2nd, 2011: Victor Chandler Poker is pleased to announce it has signed well known poker player, writer, author and commentator Roy “The Boy” Brindley as Team VC Captain and Resident Pro.
Brindley will represent Victor Chandler Poker at upcoming European Masters of Poker events around Europe where he will act as host, coach, and captain to Team VC players at each event.
Additionally Brindley will write regular reports about VCpoker.com’s qualifiers progress at EMOP events for the site.
Andy Horne, head of poker at Victor Chandler, said, “We are very happy to have Roy “The Boy” captaining Team VC at EMOP and we are sure that his presence at the live events will have a positive effect on the performance of the Team VC players. Roy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table and is highly capable of imparting sound advice and strategies as well as winning the odd event himself.
“Ultimately we wish for our players to have as enjoyable a time as possible at the EMOP events as well as to be given every opportunity to succeed and we have every confidence that Roy will make that wish a reality for all concerned.”
John Print of Sprint Management added: Roy won the inaugural Poker Masters of Europe event when it was a televised shootout event adding another trophy to an already bulging cabinet. He has commentated on numerous televised poker events, writes for a national newspaper and his autobiography, Life’s a Gamble, was a top-ten seller in the book charts. All-in-all it makes him the perfect ambassador for VC Poker at EMOP events where he will doubtlessly do an exceptional job”.
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Paul Drinkhall, England’s Number 1 table tennis player returns from the 2010 Commonwealth Games witha siliver and a bronze. His Silver was won in the team event, whilst he picked up the Bronze in the mixed doubles alongside Jo Parker.
Paul was disappointed not to collect a medal in the singles tournament, going down to the eventual Gold medalist Yang ZI from Singapore in the quarter finals.
Both Sprint Management and Sports Management Worldwide would like to congratulate Paul on his success at the Commonwealth Games and hope this will provide him with the confidence to rise up the world rankings.
British Table Tennis Number 1, Paul Drinkhall, today leaves for India to represent England in the Commonwealth Games.
During the Games, Paul has a busy schedule. He will not only be attempting to win a medal in the Men’s singls, but also hopes to do well in the Doubles, Mixed Doubles and Team event.
Sprint Management wish Paul and the rest of the England Table Tennis team all the best for the Games.
For more information on Paul Drinkhall please visit www.pauldrinkhall.com
Sports Management Worldwide and Sprint Management client, Edson Edward, made his professional MLS debut,coming off the bench to help FC Dallas secure victory over the Kansas City Wizards.
Edson has been patient this season waiting for his opportunity. Hopefully his first appearance for FC Dallas is the first of many.
For more information on Edson Edward please visit www.fcdallas.com.
Sprint Management in association with Sports Management Worldwide is delighted to announce new client Edson Edwards.
Edson signed with FC Dallas after a successful amateur career with Graceland College and will be wearing the number 27 jersey during the 2010-11 camapign.
The young powerful defender is looking forward to competing in the MLS and making a positive impact for his new team FC Dallas.
For more information on Edson Edward please visit www.mlssoccer.com
Paul Drinkhall has been given the unique opportunity to train with the Chinese National Table Tennis squad after a landmark agreement organised by the English Table Tennis Association.
The training camp ahead of the world renowned China Open later in the month, will allow Drinkhall to compete and learn against some of the best players in the world, an experience which is vital to his preparations for the London 2012 Olympics.
Prior to leaving for China Drinkhall commented;
“Training and playing in China is always and intense, challenging and enjoyable experience. I feel honoured to be given the rare opportunity to train with the Chinese National squad and some of the best players and coaches in the world.”
Last year Drinkhall captured the prestigious U21 China Open title. With an extended stay in China he hopes that the opportunity will stand him in good stead to regain his title. He commented;
“After a relaxing summer holiday I feel refreshed and excited about the China Open. Hopefully the training camp can inspire me to reach some decent form and I can defend my U21 title and return to the World’s top 100.”
The Harmony China Open takes place in Suzhou between the 18 & 22 August 2010. Coverage of the event will be featured on www.ittf.com.
For further information on Paul Drinkhall please visit www.pauldrinkhall.com
Paul Drinkhall has signed a one year playing contract with Belgian Super Division Club Nodo TTC Ekeren for 2010-11.
After two successive promotions and their first appearance in the Belgium Super Division, Ekren aim to build on their recent success and hopefully compete for honours in 2010-11.
On signing with Nodo TTC Ekeren Drinkhall commented;
“I am really looking forward to playing in the Belgium Super Division with Nodo. We have a good team and I believe we can surprise a few established teams this season. For me personally, playing in Belgium has given me a fresh challenge and the opportunity to develop my game in a competitive environment. An important part of my decision to join Nodo was the flexibility, allowing minimal disruption to my training schedule and preparations for the Commonwealth Games and London 2012.”
Drinkhall will be joined in the team by fellow Englishman Craig Bryant, Yannick Maes, and Pascal Closquin.
For more information on Nodo TTC Ekeren please visit www.nodo.be
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Andrew Henderson has successfully reached the last 16 of the Red Bull Street Style World Championships in South Africa.
In 2009 Andrew became UK Champion winning the opporunitiy to compete at the World Championships. Sprint Management wish Andrew all the best for the final.
For more information on Andrew Henderson please visit www.ahfreestyle.com
