The Chair of the ETTU Athletes’ Commission for the 2025–2029 term has been elected, with the members of the Commission placing their trust in Croatia’s Frane Tomislav KOJIC.
The Commission, which serves as the official voice of athletes within European table tennis, consists of five elected members: four representing able-bodied athletes and one representing the Para table tennis community.
The able-bodied athletes were elected earlier this year during the voting process held at the 2025 European Team Championships in Zadar, as well as through online voting for Associations participating in Stage 1 in Sarajevo.
The elected members are: Linda BERGSTRÖM (Sweden), Tin-Tin HO (England), Elizabeta SAMARA (Romania), Frane Tomislav KOJIC (Croatia). Together with Para representative Jack HUNTER-SPIVEY (England) they will serve throughout the 2025–2029 term.
Following the election, newly appointed Chair Frane Tomislav KOJIC addressed his fellow players:
“I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your votes and the trust you have placed in me by electing me as the ETTU Players’ Representative. It is a great honor and a personal source of pride to be recognized by those I consider the most important people in our sport, the players themselves, and alongside them, our invaluable coaches without whom our progress would not be possible.
Your support means a great deal to me, as it comes directly from those to whom this sport truly belongs. With a strong sense of respect and responsibility, I will do my best to listen to your ideas, represent your interests, and work on improving conditions for all players, as table tennis is first and foremost about you, the athletes.
At the same time, I fully recognize the essential role of coaches. Even though my mandate is to represent players, I will also work to improve the situation and conditions for coaches, as our achievements are inseparable from their expertise, dedication, and guidance.
Thank you once again for your confidence and trust. I look forward to working with you all and to meeting the challenges that lie ahead. United as one table tennis family,” said Frane Tomislav KOJIC.
Acting as a direct link between players and the ETTU leadership, the Athletes’ Commission ensures that athletes’ voices, concerns, and perspectives are incorporated into key decisions shaping European table tennis. The Commission plays a vital role in strengthening athlete representation and providing guidance on matters related to competition, welfare, development pathways, and the long-term strategic direction of the sport.
