(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 […]
CAD 1.36
Your Account
A Chopper’s Delight
Posted on(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!
Posted on(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
Posted on(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
Posted on(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 ?
Posted on(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
Posted on(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
Posted on(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
Posted on(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
Posted on(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 […]
WAB CLUB FEATURE: ProSmash Table Tennis
February 22, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins) ProSmash Table Tennis offers a unique approach to ping pong training for children. With a… Read More
Early Action in Singapore: Kanak Jha into Round of 32
February 22, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) The top players in the world have converged this week in Singapore for… Read More
Sally Moyland Fights Through Qualifiers at Singapore Smash
February 22, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) The top players in the world have converged this week in Singapore for… Read More
Nishant Lebaka – Falkenburg Modified
February 22, 2026
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Nishant Lebaka is executing a modified Falkenburg, with the addition… Read More
Arantxa Cossio Aceves – Long Distance Forehand & Backhand Looping
February 21, 2026
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Bowmar Sports Highlights, Arantxa Cossio Aceves is executing Forehand & Backhand Loops from… Read More
Don’t Lean Backwards
February 20, 2026
Robot serves short backspin to Forehand/middle, Logan Backhand swipe to Forehand, robot plays topspin to long Forehand, Logan… Read More
Lingshaui Meng – Short Pendulum Serve
February 20, 2026
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Lingshaui Meng is demonstrating the Short Pendulum Serve https://youtu.be/38tre1ry2iM Stay “In… Read More
Taiwo Adeyinka – Blocking Pattern
February 19, 2026
(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Taiwo Adeyinka is working with a student by looping to… Read More
Get the latest from Butterfly
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.