(by Steve Hopkins) I recently had opportunity to try Butterfly Tenergy 19, I’ve been playing with Butterfly Tenergy and Dignics rubbers for some time. Most recently I have had Dignics 09c on my forehand and Dignics 05 on my backhand. There are some interesting differences with this rubber and I’m going to try to relay […]
WAB Club Feature: Ly Table Tennis Academy
Posted onWAB Club Feature: Ly Table Tennis Academy (by Steve Hopkins) Located in the LaSalle borough of Montreal, in the south-west portion of the Island of Montreal along the Saint Lawrence river, is the Ly Table Tennis Academy. LYTTA has 8 quality tables and is aimed at players of all levels. The club is designed with […]
PongNow: Sheila O’Dougherty
Posted on(by Steve Hopkins) The PongNow Interview Series – talking table tennis with some of the best players and personalities in the sport. This week’s guest is Hall of Fame member Sheila O’Dougherty – a three time collegiate champion, US Team Member, and long-time contributor to the sport. _________________________ PongNOW Interview are powered by Butterfly. […]
Action in Doha Continues: Olympic Qualification Events
Posted on(by Steve Hopkins, photo ITTF/Remy Gros) After the WTT Events concluded in Doha Saturday, there was a quick overnight shift. The black flooring, tall black backdrops, modern neon lighting, projected video messaging, and the signature black-topped tables with their neon blue edge and center lines were all removed. By Sunday morning, the venue’s facelift allowed […]
Ask The Experts: Jun Gao No. 380
Posted onButterfly Table Tennis Question and Answer Question: I’m a very defensive player, and I utilize a lot of backspin, and try to be pinpoint accurate with placement of the ball. What rubbers and blades would you recommend? I was looking and I like the Cypress T-Max S blade, and the Dignics 09C rubber. Any recommendation […]
2021 Butterfly Cup – September 3-5, 2021 – 4-star Tournament
Posted on(By Cape Fear Table Tennis Club) Greetings from Fayetteville! I am so excited to announce that CFTTC will be running its very first 4-star tournament – the 2021 Butterfly Cup on September 3-5! We will be giving away over $6000 in cash and prizes at this event. The entry fee also includes a complimentary AAU […]
Butterfly Training Tips: Multiball Drill With Rachel & Joanna Sung
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Butterfly Training Tips: Blocking Tips With Jinxin Wang
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ITTF Rankings: WTT Winners Move Up
Posted on(by Steve Hopkins/Photo by WTT) The two WTT Middle East Hub Events have had some effect on the Rankings. Harimoto (who won the second event) has moved back into the World’s Top 4, and Ovtcharov (who won the first event) has moved up one position to No. 9. Others who finished in the Top 4 in […]
Butterfly Training Tips: Foundational & Advanced Skills With Gabriel Perez
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