In the quiet heart of Deloraine, nestled in the Meander Valley Performing Arts Centre (also known as the ‘Little Theatre’) the Deloraine Table Tennis League has been creating a lively community space for 30 years. Led by club president Chris Gard, this community-focused league has evolved beyond table tennis to include bocce—a Paralympic sport that brings additional diversity to the club’s offerings. Gard is captivated by both sports’ potential to bring people together. “What I love is the connection it fosters,” he explains. Table tennis is “a sport anyone can play at any level, where you can talk and engage...