Diaspora table tennis players switch allegiance to represent Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica —Jamaica is making a bold move on the global table tennis stage, with several international players officially switching sporting allegiance to represent the black, green and gold.

The players, who have competitive experience across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, bring international exposure, technical strength and greater depth to Jamaica’s national programme as the country sets its sights on competing with the world’s best.

Aubyn Henry, chief strategy officer of the Jamaica Table Tennis Association (JTTA), said the move forms part of a wider strategy to unite Jamaica’s local and diaspora talent.