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US Open: Amy Wang and Lei Kou Claim Singles Championships

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(by Steve Hopkins) As the smoke settled in Ontario, California – it was the top two seeds that advanced to the Final in both Men’s and Women’s Singles.  In the Women’s Singles Event, there was a small upset as Amy Wang topped Lily Zhang in the All-American Final.  In the Men’s Singles Event, Ukraine’s Lei […]

PHOTOS OF THE 2022 US OPEN

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(by: Bowmar Sports Team) See some of the best photos from the 2022 US Open in Ontario, California! 69 Events. 77 Tables. 970 Players. Relive the action from each day – Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 – Coming Soon! You can see complete results here. Be part of the Bowmar Sports […]

Ping Pong Diplomacy 50th Anniversary Gala

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(by: Bowmar Sports Team) The 50th Anniversary Ping Pong Diplomacy Gala was held at the Embassy Suites Hotel on December 4th in Cary, North Carolina. Connie and Dell Sweeris, members of the original 1971 and 1972 Ping Pong Diplomacy team, attended the Gala and spoke about Connie’s trip to China as well as the friendship […]

US Open Update: Singles Field Narrows

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(by Steve Hopkins) The premiere events at the US Open have now reached the Quarterfinals in Ontario, California.   Top seeded Kou Lei of Ukraine moved past Californian Tao Wenzhang 3-1 to reach the Quarters.  Kou will face Daniel Gorak of Poland.  Gorak has been dominant thus far, winning each of his matches 3-0.  Another Californian, […]

Bowmar Sport Tournament Highlights – Xianyao North American Teams

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(by: Bowmar Sports Team) In this Bowmar Sports Tournament Highlights Clip, He Xianyao is in action at the 2022 North American Teams. 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

Coaching Tips of the Week: Should You Use a Super-Fast Racket?

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(By Larry Hodges) Many beginning and intermediate players want a blazing fast racket, not realizing how much this is hurting their games. There are three problems with using a super-fast racket. First, it is simply too fast for most players to control. Second, since the ball flies off so fast, you get less spin, which […]

US Open Update: Naranjo and Sung Win U21 Crowns

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(by Steve Hopkins, photo USATT) The US Open is in Ontario, California this year.  Many events have already concluded – with lots of action over the next few days. The top singles events (Men’s Singles and Women’s Singles) began on Sunday with preliminary rounds, but other premiere events like U21 Men’s and Women’s Singles concluded […]

WAB CLUB FEATURE: Houston International Table Tennis Academy

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(By Steve Hopkins) Located in Katy, Texas on the West side of Metropolitan Houston, is the Houston International Table Tennis Academy (HITTA).  HITTA offers one of the strongest coaching teams in the country.  In recent years they have presented primary and visiting coaches with a collective resume that includes former Chinese National Team members, a […]

US Open Update: Early Action

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(by Steve Hopkins, photo USATT) The US Open is in Ontario, California this year.  Many events have already concluded – with lots of action over the next few days. The premiere events (Men’s Singles and Women’s Singles) begin today and will conclude with the finals on Tuesday. In early action, Lily Yip cruised to a […]

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