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Create opportunity. Build confidence. Strengthen community.
One rally at a time.
OUR MISSION
PROGRAM GOALS
The Rise & Rally Program is a heartfelt monthly initiative by the Austin Table Tennis Club that features students in the ATTC youth program that blends sports, mentorship, and community service to empower and foster at-risk youth both mentally/physically through the joy of table tennis.
Our trained ATTC youth program kids strive to create a warm, inclusive environment where other kids can dive into the fun of table tennis while naturally strengthening their physical health, mental wellness, and cognitive skills through active play.
By pairing friendly competition with genuine mentorship and positive social support, we help participants build real-world confidence, ease feelings of anxiety, and discover their inner resilience. Ultimately, our goal is to help every young person feel truly seen and valued, while keeping a lookout for promising table tennis talent to support with longer term skill development.
PHYSICAL HEALTH
Promote an active lifestyle and improve coordination through fun, engaging play
MENTAL WELL-BEING
Reduce stress and anxiety
while building focus,
confidence, and
selt-esteem
SOCIAL GROWTH
Encourage teamwork,
communication, and
meaningful friendships
in a safe place
ATTC YOUTH MENTORS
ATTC Youth Mentors lead by example, inspiring the next generation
DISCOVER POTENTIAL
Identify and nurture
talent to support future skills development
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Strengthen ATTC'S community
through service and
connection
WHY TABLE TENNIS?
Improves coordination
and reflex skills
Builds focus
and concentration
Reduces stress
and boosts confidence
Encourages problem solving and strategy
Creates social interaction and teamwork
Fun for all levels and ages!
HOW IT WORKS
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PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Local youth organizations
partner with Rise & Rally to register their participants
MONTHLY EVENTS
Kids join us once a month
for 90 minutes of table tennis, games, and more
WE LEAD THE WAY
ATTC coaches and volunteers
lead fun activities that build skills, mentally and physically
GROW, CONNECT, THRIVE
Participants build friendships,
confidence, and life skills that last beyond the table
MEET THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Lekha Subbaiah
Rise & Rally Program Director
Rise & Rally is led by Lekha Subbaiah, whose passion for using table tennis to make a positive impact inspired the creation of this program. She oversees program planning, community partnerships, volunteer coordination, and participant experience to ensure every child feels welcomed, encouraged, and supported from the moment they walk into the ATTC.
MEET THE PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
D.J. Powers
Rise & Rally Program Supervisor
D.J. has over 25 years of experience leading ground-breaking nonprofits, having won national and international awards for his work. The Austin American Statesman called him a “hero of democracy” in an editorial celebrating his nonprofit advocacy. D.J. is very excited to continue his life-long efforts to improve the lives of disadvantaged kids by supporting the Rise and Rally program.
OUR COACHES
Every monthly session is led by
ATTC coaches who create a safe,
encouraging environment where
every participant can learn and grow.
Shahin Akhlaghpasand
Head Coach
Clayton Pavlicek
Coach
Hazel Mott
Coach
Shooka Farmani
Coach
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
We are proud to partner with incredible organizations that share our commitment to empowering youth. Together, we create opportunities that change lives.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Rise & Rally takes place one Saturday
each month from 9:00 - 10:30 AM.
Next Rise & Rally Event
September 12, 2026
