When I moved to Ottawa three years ago, I would often hear stories about the “good old days” when the city was home to Canada’s National Training Centre. People spoke about that era with pride and nostalgia—not just because of the success it produced, but because of the unique environment it created. Young local players had the opportunity to train alongside national team athletes, learn from world-class coaches, and feel connected to something larger than themselves. By 2022
We are thrilled to celebrate a major milestone for one of our own — Aaron Du has been officially selected as the Ottawa Sports Award winner for the city’s top Table Tennis athlete in 2025.
