PTIT Pickleball Tournament 2026 Brings Staff Together Ahead of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day

The Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Vietnam celebrated sport, teamwork, and camaraderie as it staged its 2026 Pickleball Tournament on 1 November 2026 as part of activities marking the 44th anniversary of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day on November 20.

Jointly organised by the institute and its Trade Union, the tournament featured three categories: Women’s Doubles, Men’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Athletes from various departments and units across the academy took to the courts, producing spirited performances while strengthening bonds beyond the workplace.

More than just a competition, the event provided colleagues with an opportunity to connect through sport, foster unity, and share in the vibrant atmosphere that surrounded the tournament.

Representing the academy’s Trade Union, Vice President Nguyen Quy Sy presented awards to the winning pairs and congratulated participants for their efforts throughout the competition.

Mixed Doubles

Nguyen Quy Sy of the Centre for Educational Testing and Quality Assurance teamed up with Kim Lien of the Faculty of Basic Sciences to secure first prize in the Mixed Doubles division.

Nguyen Van Hung and Tran Thi Tra from the Postal and Telecommunications Training Centre finished second, while Tien Dung and Van Anh of the Faculty of Information Technology 1 shared third place honours with Nguyen Ngoc Linh of the Academy Office and Nguyen Thu of the Basic Sciences Department.

Mixed Doubles Results

• First Prize: Nguyen Quy Sy (Centre for Educational Testing and Quality Assurance) and Kim Lien (Faculty of Basic Sciences)
• Second Prize: Nguyen Van Hung and Tran Thi Tra (Postal and Telecommunications Training Centre)
• Third Prize: Tien Dung and Van Anh (Faculty of Information Technology 1); Nguyen Ngoc Linh (Academy Office) and Nguyen Thu (Basic Sciences Department)

Women’s Doubles

Kim Dung of the Vietnam Institute of Leadership, Governance and Management and Van Anh from the Academy Office emerged as champions in the Women’s Doubles event.

Le Hanh and Thuy Giang of Basic Sciences Department 1 claimed second prize, while Ha Thanh and Huong Nhan from the Vietnam Institute of Leadership, Governance and Management, along with Lan Phuong of the Academic Affairs Office and Thuc Linh of the Department of Electronic Engineering 1, secured third-place finishes.

Women’s Doubles Results

• First Prize: Kim Dung (Vietnam Institute of Leadership, Governance and Management) and Van Anh (Academy Office)
• Second Prize: Le Hanh and Thuy Giang (Basic Sciences Department 1)
• Third Prize: Ha Thanh and Huong Nhan (Vietnam Institute of Leadership, Governance and Management); Lan Phuong (Academic Affairs Office) and Thuc Linh (Department of Electronic Engineering 1)

Men’s Doubles

In the Men’s Doubles category, Quoc Hung and Nguyen Ngoc Tung from the Service Centre captured first prize after a strong showing throughout the tournament.

Nguyen Hoang Anh and Le Van Vinh of the Faculty of Information Technology 1 settled for second place, while Anh Duc and Van Cong of the Postal and Telecommunications Training Centre, together with Minh Tan and Manh Ninh from Basic Sciences Department 1, rounded out the podium in third.

Men’s Doubles Results

• First Prize: Quoc Hung and Nguyen Ngoc Tung (Service Centre)
• Second Prize: Nguyen Hoang Anh and Le Van Vinh (Faculty of Information Technology 1)
• Third Prize: Anh Duc and Van Cong (Postal and Telecommunications Training Centre); Minh Tan and Manh Ninh (Basic Sciences Department 1)

The tournament concluded with organisers congratulating the winning athletes and thanking all participating units and competitors for their support and enthusiasm.

Beyond the trophies and accolades, the event highlighted the spirit of unity that continues to thrive within PTIT. The performances on court and the camaraderie shared among participants served as fitting tributes ahead of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day, while providing fresh motivation for staff, lecturers, and employees to continue contributing to the academy’s development.