I have had the privilege of working with several different table tennis coaches throughout my 10+ years of competing. I have learned that coaches are indispensable since they ensure that players reach their full potential by guiding them, motivating them, and providing structure. So what exactly do table tennis coaches do? They have many roles …
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Why is table tennis so popular? Since you clicked on this article I’m guessing you’re here because you are curious about the popularity of table tennis or ping pong as you might call it if you are in the US. I’m here to shed some light on this topic and hopefully satisfy your curiosities. Here …
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I am here to help you understand what is not allowed in the sport of table tennis or ping pong. I looked the rules up in the official ITTF, (International Table Tennis Federation) handbook to help you and your opponent(s) settle any arguments. So before you guys start throwing your rackets at each other, read …
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You might have heard the term “let’’ before in reference to ping pong or table tennis rules. I just looked up the word in the ITTF, (International Table Tennis Federation) handbook and I am about to explain to you what a let is and all of the different circumstances that can result in one. A …
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How high is a table tennis net? You might also want to know how wide it should be or how tight the tension should be. I’ve just researched this info in the official ITTF, (or International Table Tennis Federation) rules and regulations handbook to save you the time of having to look it up yourself. …
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The Best Shoes for Table Tennis provide the traction, support, and stability needed to improve your game. With the quick lateral movements and rapid changes in direction required in the sport, you need shoes that can provide top-notch traction, support, and stability on the court, but with so many options on the market, it can …
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The equipment we use in table tennis deeply affects our playstyle and that means choosing a rubber that wont suit your needs can cause a lot unforced mistakes in your play. We all know how frustrating that can be. Giving it some time and adapting to the rubber might be the solution, but if it …
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Rubbers are temporary, blades are forever! Unless you try the tomahawk serve and hit your blade to the table like I did… If you take care of your blade well you can use it for years without needing a replacement. But that’s not the only reason behind the importance of choosing a blade. As coach …
Table tennis is all about spin, doesnt matter what direction the ball spins. Defensive playing styles might not be that popular, but that doesnt mean it there arent players chopping left and right! I used to be a defender myself before my coach forced me to play more offensively so I know how fun chopping …
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