(by: Bowmar Sports Team)

Question:

Hi, I’m a para class six with cerebral palsy on my left side, so movement is impaired. But the question is how can/should I play? Because I’ve tried pips and they just feel awkward and weird with no power and the noise is like nails on board for me, so i was wondering what my style should be I’m a good blocker but my moving gets exploited and I get pushed back. Then I get in trouble. So should I just be trying to open and end quickly? Or make more balls? I’m 1100 USATT by the way, i just can’t figure out if I give away some free points or just keep getting run around, it’s like rock and a hard place

Answer:

Hi Tristan,

When it comes to the early stages of developing table tennis skills, consistency is key, and you should focus on sharpening your fundamentals.

In terms of equipment, I believe using Impartial XS short pips on the forehand will provide you with the benefits that short pips rubber offers while still allowing for a great amount of spin. On the backhand side, I would recommend using a softer inverted rubber, such as Tenergy 05 FX.

It’s essential to remember that skill development is a process, so keep putting in the work, and the results will eventually pay off.

Best Regards,

Vlad Farcas

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