TDTU Hosts Its First Alumni Pickleball Tournament, Strengthening Connections Across Generations
On November 7, 2026, Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) organized its first Alumni Pickleball Tournament for the 2026–2027 academic year. As part of a series of activities leading up to the University's 30th anniversary (September 24, 1997 – September 24, 2027), the event aimed to promote physical fitness and sports participation, encourage interaction, and foster a stronger, more connected TDTU alumni community.
The tournament took place at the pickleball courts of Ton Duc Thang University, bringing together alumni from different graduating classes. Attendees included Dr. Vo Hoang Duy, Vice President of TDTU, along with distinguished guests, invited representatives, and participating athletes.
Competitors participated in three categories: men's singles, women's singles, and mixed doubles. The matches featured lively competition and demonstrated the values of solidarity, fair play, and sportsmanship. Beyond the excitement of the matches, the tournament provided an opportunity for alumni from different generations to reunite, interact, and share memories of their time at the University.
The significance of the event extended beyond competition results, with its primary emphasis on strengthening connections between generations of alumni and their alma mater. From those who graduated many years ago to recent graduates, each reunion offered an opportunity to maintain ties with the University, expand personal and professional networks, and reinforce a sense of belonging within the TDTU community.
For Ton Duc Thang University, alumni are not merely individuals who have completed their academic programs but also an integral part of the University community, contributing to the recognition of its educational quality and the promotion of TDTU's values in society. Maintaining and developing the alumni network therefore plays an important role in the University's sustainable development strategy, particularly in career networking, industry partnerships, student support, and community engagement.
Through networking activities such as the Pickleball Tournament, TDTU continues to diversify opportunities for alumni engagement, enabling generations of graduates to maintain relationships, exchange experiences, and leverage their collective resources to contribute to the University's development.
At the conclusion of the tournament, the Organizing Committee presented awards to outstanding individual players and teams, recognizing the participants' achievements and active involvement.
Held as part of the activities leading up to TDTU's 30th anniversary, the first Alumni Pickleball Tournament marked the beginning of further opportunities for interaction and engagement within the University's alumni community. Through such initiatives, TDTU continues to strengthen lasting connections among generations of graduates while fostering solidarity, responsibility, and alumni involvement in the University's journey of development, international integration, and global advancement.
