Counterlooping and the Forehand Block

Posted on October 10, 2018

Counterlooping and the Forehand Block (By Larry Hodges) At the higher levels, most players essentially counterloop any topspin ball on the forehand side. (Many also do it on the backhand side.) But that’s almost inhuman. And yet, many players try to do that. Here’s the problem with doing that. If you play close to the […]

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Ask The Experts: Sungsoo Jung, No. 173

Posted on October 9, 2018

Ask The Experts: Sungsoo Jung, No. 173 Butterfly Table Tennis Question and Answer Question:  Whats the difference between butterfly Zhang Jike ALC and butterfly Freitas ALC in terms of play? I want something like Timo Boll ALC but with a little more flex, topspin, and control? What do you guys recommend? Timo boll ALC is a […]

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2018 Butterfly Southeastern Open Giant Round Robin

Posted on October 7, 2018

2018 Butterfly Southeastern Open Giant Round Robin (by Steve Hopkins) The entry deadline is approaching fast.  Sign up no later than October 17th at 5:00 pm.  Spots are limited  —  Sign up here. The 2018 Butterfly Southeastern Giant Round Robin tournament will begin on October 19 and will end on Sunday, October 21.  The tournament features five […]

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WAB Featured Club: MK Georgia Table Tennis

Posted on October 7, 2018

WAB Featured Club: MK Georgia Table Tennis (by Steve Hopkins) MK GEORGIA TABLE TENNIS IS ANNOUNCING THE OPENING OF THEIR NEW CLUB.  Enjoy your favorite sport on all brand new tables, with professional coaching, in a cozy atmosphere – all in a convenient location. MK Georgia Table Tennis is in Duluth, Georgia just off of […]

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Ask The Experts: Stefan Feth, No. 172, Butterfly Question & Answer

Posted on October 4, 2018

Ask The Experts: Stefan Feth, No. 172, Butterfly Question & Answer Butterfly Table Tennis Question and Answer Featured Question Blade: TB ALC Backhand Rubber: Tenergy 05 Question: Hi Coach! With the release of the newer Innerforce Layer ALC.s, would you say this is the improved Innerforce ALC or a totally different blade that will suit […]

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Tip of the week: Style Experimentation

Posted on October 1, 2018

Tip of the week: Style Experimentation (By Larry Hodges) Many players know their own game, but don’t really know or understand other styles – leading to tactical problems. How can you work out what tactics to use if you don’t understand the style you are playing? For example, a looper might feel like he can’t […]

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Butterfly Amicus Table Tennis Robot: A Tutorial with Timo Boll

Posted on September 28, 2018

Butterfly Amicus Table Tennis Robot: A Tutorial with Timo Boll and the Amicus Professional Table Tennis Robot Butterfly Amicus Robots are easily assembled and set up. Remove the Amicus from the carrying bag by holding it at the tube. Put the robot onto the table and lower the bars holding the net on both sides […]

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Triangle Table Tennis: September 2018 News and Happenings

Posted on September 28, 2018

Triangle Table Tennis: September 2018 News and Happenings (Courtesy of Triangle Table Tennis) Fall is in full swing at Triangle Table Tennis!  We have lots of news for both Table Tennis and Pickle Ball players! This newsletter is the only email you’ll receive from us this month, so you’ll find summaries and links to everything in […]

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US Open: New Location, New Format

Posted on September 28, 2018

US Open: New Location, New Format (by Steve Hopkins) This year’s US Open will be at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.  This Convention Center is one of the largest in North America, and its location on the Southwest side of Orlando places it a short drive from the Disney parks as well […]

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WAB FEATURED CLUB: The TopSpin Table Tennis Center

Posted on September 28, 2018

WAB FEATURED CLUB: The TopSpin Table Tennis Center (by Steve Hopkins) With its location in Santa Clara, the TopSpin Table Tennis Center is in the middle of one of the largest communities of table tennis players in North America.  The center is just North of San Jose within easy reach of much of the Bay […]

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