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(by Larry Hodges) I think you’ll find these 20 general tips useful. Many are covered in other Tips, but now they are compiled in one listing! If your opponent hits the ball aggressively at your crossover point between your forehand and backhand (where your playing elbow is), return it mostly with your backhand if you […]

Butterfly Training Tips with Shigang Yang – Forehand Block from Topspin

(by Stephanie Sun) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Coach Shigang is working with his student blocking a forehand loop from topspin.   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.

WAB CLUB FEATURE: Fremont Table Tennis Academy

(by Steve Hopkins) Fremont Table Tennis Academy (FTTA) has locations in both Fremont and San Ramon. Regular tournaments, open play, and coaching options are all features of FTTA.  The club locations provide plenty of hours (morning, afternoon, and evening).  They have facilities open 6 days each week. Group and private table-tennis lessons are available for […]

World Championships Durban: Afanador Logs Day 1 Upset

(by Steve Hopkins) The 2023 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals are underway in Durban, South Africa.  The first day of Singles has ended, and Brian Afanador has logged the biggest upset of the tournament so far.  Afanador’s first round opponent was World No. 6 Hugo Calderano.  Calderano struck first with a win in the […]

Butterfly Training Tips with Angel Naranjo – Loop close and far from the table

(by Stephanie Sun) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Angel Naranjo is executing the Forehand Loop close and far from the table. 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.

Butterfly Training Tips with Taiwo Adeyinka – Combination Play for Beginners

(by Stephanie Sun) In the Butterfly Training Tips, Taiwo Adeyinka is working with a Beginner on Combination Play from underspin to topspin.   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.

Bowmar Sports Tournament Highlights – Ojo Wins 2023 May Open at Princeton Pong

(by Stephanie Sun) Another win secured by Ojo Onaolapo at the 2023 May Open at Princeton Pong, held on 5/7 in New Jersey. His match records can be found here. 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.

Monthly League at California Table Tennis Club for Kids, Youth, and Young Adults

(by Stephanie Sun) Starting from this February, Bowmar Sports sponsored WAB club, California Table Tennis Club, has been holding monthly leagues for kids, youth, and young adults. There will be final year-end league in December. For more information, visit here. The league Sponsor Angela and club owner Gao Jun were interviewed by Sky Link TV Mandarin […]

Bowmar Sports WAB Club – Elite TTTC at the 2023 TTCAN Target Group Selection

(By Anqi Luo) Four players from Elite TTTC, a Bowmar Sports sponsored club, participated in the 2023 TTCAN Target Group Selection on Apr 29-30. This tournament puts a spotlight on young athletes aged 14 and below, with the goal of forming the Team Canada Roster for the 2028/2032 Olympics. Prior to entering this event, these […]

Interview with Gnanasekaran – Winner of the 84th Indian Table Tennis Championships

(Butterfly Japan, https://www.butterfly-global.com/en/column/detail/84.html) Comments were received from Gnanasekaran (India), the winner of the men’s singles event at the 84th Indian Table Tennis Championships held from 20 to 27 March 2023. After winning the 2021 edition, his first such success, this was his second win in two years. ――Congratulations on your victory at the Indian National […]

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