PRINCETON, N.J.—Major League Table Tennis (MLTT), the first professional table tennis league in the U.S., is adding two new teams, the New York Slice and the Atlanta Blazers, to their roster of eight original teams for Season 3, beginning in September 2025.
This expansion follows MLTT’s recently signed national media deal with CBS Sports and the closing of a $5.5 million round of funding in October 2024, which included David Blitzer and Daryl Morey.
New York and Atlanta enter at a time of record-breaking growth for MLTT. Season 2 viewership on YouTube increased by over 500 percent, and attendance reached record highs across multiple markets.
New York Slice will be led by head coach Adam Hugh, a six-time U.S. Men’s National Team member who competed in five World Championships and one World Team Cup. Hugh also won silver at the 2014 North American Cup and has 20 years of experience as a high-performance director and coach at his club.
“New York is home to the most passionate sports fans in the world — a city built on resilience and the relentless pursuit of excellence,” says Hugh. “As we bring MLTT to the metropolitan area, I’m excited to help build a winning culture and make every match an electrifying experience for our fans.”
The Atlanta Blazers will be led by head coach Suzi Battison, an accomplished player who competed in China before becoming head coach at the National Stadium in New Jersey in 2013. Since then, she has trained multiple players who have gone on to represent the U.S. National Team at various levels.
“Atlanta is an elite sports city, and we’re excited to introduce fans to the speed, skill, and excitement of MLTT,” says Battinson. “Our team will bring a strong work ethic and a competitive spirit that reflects the passion of Atlanta’s sports culture.”
