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Tactical Confidence
(by Larry Hodges) I’ve seen coaches give tactical advice that wasn’t particularly helpful in itself. And yet, it often paid off with the player confidently executing the so-so tactics – and winning. Why? Because it’s not always the tactics. Given confidently, these tactics, whether good or not, gives the player a plan, and that inspires […]
WAB CLUB FEATURE: PongPlanet
(by Steve Hopkins) PongPlanet is a full-time table tennis club with a variety of programs for adults and juniors of all levels. The club is located in San Carlos, California, about half way between San Francisco and San Jose, just off the 101 on the West side of bay. The facility is 9600 square feet with […]
Bengals Ping Pong Video Crosses a Million Views
(by Steve Hopkins) We ran a story on a Cincinnati Bengals ping pong event last week. That event was an exhibition and team tournament held on August 21st at the Bengals team facility during the team’s training camp in Cincinnati (an event conducted by Steve Hopkins and Estefania Ramirios with Butterfly donating balls and paddles). […]
Gauzy Wins WTT Feeder Series Event in Bulgaria
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) Simon Gauzy has been a consistent player on the tour, but despite solid results (including four Finals appearances) he had never won a WTT event… that is, until today. Simon Gauzy defeated China’s Chen Yuanyu 3-0 in the Final of the WTT Feeder event in Panagyurishte, Bulgaria. Gauzy entered the […]
Lin Yun-Ju Wins Title in Almaty
(by Steve Hopkins) Lin Yun-Ju entered the WTT Contender Series event in Almaty Kazakhstan as the top seed, and he did not disappoint. Even as other recognizable names including Ovtcharov, Jorgic, Franziska, and Lebrun all fell, Lin cruised through to the Semifinals. On Saturday, the Semifinal matchup was Truls Moregard – a tight match that […]
Moregard, Freitas, Peng, and Lin into Final Four in Kazakhstan
(by Steve Hopkins) Lin Yun-Ju entered the WTT Contender Series event in Almaty Kazakhstan as the top seed, and he has cruised through to the Semifinals. A tight 3-2 win over Andrej Gacina was followed up with easier 3-1 and 3-0 wins over Oikawa and Pucar. Lin will face Truls Moregard in the Semifinal on […]
Butterfly Training Tips with Bob Chen – Forehand Counter Loop from Long Distance
(by Stephanie Sun) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Bob Chen is executing the Forehand Counter Loop from Long Distance. Stay “In The Loop” with Butterfly professional table tennis equipment, table tennis news, table tennis technology, tournament results, and We Are Butterfly players, coaches, clubs and more.
Nine Battles
(by Larry Hodges) How many years have you played before noticing that “Table Tennis” is just an anagram of “Nine Battles”? And it’s applicable to our sport. Here’s my list of the nine biggest opponents you battle with in a match. Your assignment is to think about each and figure out how best to deal […]
Adriana Diaz Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 List for Puerto Rico
(by Steve Hopkins, *Full Forbes Article by Amanda Florian with Illustration by Jordan Carter) Earlier this month, table tennis player Adriana Diaz was named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Local 2023: Puerto Rico. The first paragraph of the article notes that the list includes “30 changemakers, leaders and founders making waves in Puerto Rico”. Joining […]
Mostly Wrist When the Ball is Short
June 18, 2025
Backhand flip against short back spin in Backhand to Backhand or Backhand topspin against backspin that comes half… Read More
Jacob Kordus – Random Backhands, Forehand Looping
June 18, 2025
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Jacob Kordus is working on his Stroke Chemistry and Footwork.… Read More
Tenis de mesa Ecuador, lanza Campamentos de Entrenamiento/Table Tennis Ecuador Launches Training Camps
June 17, 2025
(by Bowma Sports/USFQ Table Tennis Club) Tenis de mesa Ecuador, lanza Campamentos de Entrenamiento con el respaldo de… Read More
Tanish Mamidyala – US Ranking Tournament Highlights
June 17, 2025
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Bowmar Sports Tournament Highlights – Tanish Mamidyala is in action at the US… Read More
Get Closer to the Ball
June 16, 2025
Forehand flip against short backspin in Forehand to Forehand or Forehand topspin against backspin that comes half long… Read More
How to Serve to Passive and Aggressive Receivers
June 16, 2025
(By Larry Hodges) Part of how you serve to these types of receivers comes down to your own… Read More
Bob Chen – Self Ping Pong For Fun
June 16, 2025
(by: Bowmar Sports) Bob Chen shows some creative ways to enjoy table tennis by yourself if your partner… Read More
MLTT Featured Team: Texas Smash
June 16, 2025
(by Steve Hopkins, photo MLTT) The Texas Smash are a powerhouse in Major League Table Tennis (MLTT) looking… Read More
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