(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) China’s top two paddlers swapped spots in the latest World Rankings, with Wang Chuqin claiming No. 1 ahead of Lin Shidong. Shidong could reclaim the top position as soon as October 7, as both players will compete at the China Smash and with only 50 points separating them, the player […]
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A Chopper’s Delight
(by Steve Hopkins) When the Sugarhill Gang released “Rapper’s Delight”, few could have imagined either the immediate or long-term effect. The song introduced rap to millions and changed the path of hip hop. It took an urban sound, spun it into a cultural movement. It popularized a different type of rhythm and rhyme. In short, […]
MLTT Is Back in Charlotte!
(by: Major League Table Tennis) See the Carolina Gold Rush Next Weekend Get ready for an action-packed three days as we kick off the debut of two fantastic new teams—the New York Slice and the Atlanta Blazers—joining the ranks of MLTT’s expanding national league! The atmosphere will be electric as the defending champions, the Carolina […]
Chopping and Playing Choppers – It’s All About the Mindset
(By Larry Hodges) Member of US Table Tennis Hall of Fame I’ve coached many choppers during a match, and coached even more matches against them. I’ve also chopped a lot myself, in practice and in tournaments. Chopping is one of the most “tactical” of styles for the simple reason that you need to score most […]
WAB CLUB FEATURE: Folsom Table Tennis Club
(By Steve Hopkins) The Folsom Table Tennis Club has two locations nestled in the greater Sacramento region of Northern California. The two locations each provide distinct offerings to players of all levels. Whether you are trying to push yourself through competition or just looking to sharpen your skills, this club has options for everyone. Folsom […]
WTT Champions Macao: A New Number One ?
(By Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) The surprises ended on the final day, as the higher seed won each of the final three matches at the WTT Champions Series event in Macao. The pattern repeated itself in all three Men’s Singles matches Sunday with high seeded Hugo Calderano dispensing with surprise Semifinalist Anders Lind 4-0, the top […]
ITTF Pan American U11 & U13 Championships: Recap
(by Steve Hopkins, photo USATT) The ITTF Pan American U11 & U13 Championships concluded last week in Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala. Americans swept the singles events with strong performances across the board in the featured events. The Boys’ U13 Singles event saw all four American entries reach the Semifinals. Chirag Pradhan defeated Andrew Huang in one […]
WTT Champions Macao: Anders Lind Makes Semis
(By Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) Anders Lind headlined the penultimate day with a 4-3 upset win over World No. 1 Lin Shidong reaching the Semifinals of the WTT Champions Series event in Macao. Shidong had been cruising, winning his previous two matches 3-0. In fact, Shidong led at 1-0 and 2-1 before Lind managed two straight 12-10 […]
Sally Moyland – WTT Spokane Singles & Doubles Highlights
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Bowmar Sports Highlights, Sally Moyland is in action in Singles & Doubles play at the WTT in Spokane https://youtu.be/iPItcORl_bg 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
WTT Champions Macao: Final Eight
(By Steve Hopkins) World No. 1 Lin Shidong won both of his matches 3-0 as he easily moved to the Quarterfinals at the WTT Champions Series event in Macao. Shidong is set to face Anders Lind who upset Darko Jorgic in the first round, and then outlasted Chen Yuanyu in the Round of 16. Hugo Calderano […]
Product Validation – Outerforce ALC
November 3, 2025
(by: Bowmar Sports) Choosing the right equipment can be challenging — but confidence in what you play with… Read More
Ball Contact in Front of the Body
November 3, 2025
In and Out Footwork against random topspin with different amounts of spin: Robot plays random topspin balls to… Read More
Learn to Defend on Receive
November 3, 2025
(By Larry Hodges) Many coaches, including myself for many years, encouraged up-and-coming players to return serves aggressively, even… Read More
Jonathan Pino – Falkenburg Variation
November 3, 2025
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Jonathan Pino is doing a variation of the Falkenburg drill… Read More
WAB CLUB FEATURE: K Ping Pong Club
November 2, 2025
(by Steve Hopkins) K Ping Pong Club is centrally located in the largest population center in North America. … Read More
Moregard and Yidi Win in Montpellier
November 2, 2025
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) After a week marked largely by upsets, the top remaining seeds took both… Read More
Moregard Lone Top Seed to Reach Semis in Montpellier
November 2, 2025
(by Steve Hopkins) The top seeds fell one by one at the WTT Champions Montpellier this week. USA’s… Read More
Kou Lei – Combo Play BH Push to Counter Attack
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(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Kou Lei is working with one of his students, feeding… Read More
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