Kalmar BTK facts for kids
| Full name | Kalmar bordtennisklubb |
|---|---|
| Sport | table tennis |
| Founded | 14 June 1960 |
| Based in | Kalmar, Sweden |
| Arena | JO Waldnerhallen |
Kalmar BTK is a well-known table tennis club located in Kalmar, a city in Sweden. This club has a rich history of playing table tennis at a high level.
About Kalmar BTK
Kalmar BTK stands for Kalmar Bordtennisklubb, which means Kalmar Table Tennis Club. It was started a long time ago, on June 14, 1960. The club is famous for its men's team, which has won several national championships in Sweden.
Club Achievements
The men's team at Kalmar BTK has shown great skill over the years. They won the Swedish national men's team championship four times. These victories happened in 1996, 1999, 2000, and 2002. Winning these championships means they were the best table tennis team in Sweden during those years.
Famous Players
One of the most famous players to be part of Kalmar BTK is Jan-Ove Waldner. He is a legendary table tennis player from Sweden. Jan-Ove Waldner played for Kalmar BTK for a decade, from 1996 to 2006. His time with the club helped them achieve many of their successes.
