(by Larry Hodges) Some players try to work on the strokes by trying to learn the stroke, contact, timing, footwork, positioning, and reading of spin . . . all at the same time. That’s like trying to teach the alphabet to a kindergartner by asking him to write essays. One thing at a time! You’d […]
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Butterfly Training Tips with Rachid El Bou Bou – Forehand Flip and Backhand Loop Combo
Posted on(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Rachid El Bou Bou is executing the Forehand Loop/Backhand Loop Combo https://youtu.be/YuMSVyqMwVk 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
Chuqin, Shidong, Harimoto are Top 3 in Current Rankings
Posted on(by Steve Hopkins, photo ITTF) Wang Chuqin has started 2025 exactly where he ended 2024 – at the top the ITTF Rankings. Chuqin’s 7367 points has him firmly at the top of the rankings, but only 100 points ahead of second place Lin Shidong. Tomokazu Harimoto is in third position, and after two great finishes (first […]
WAB CLUB FEATURE: Table Tennis & More
Posted on(By Steve Hopkins) Table Tennis & More (TT&M) was founded by Len Winkler in 1996. Over the years, the club has had many shapes and forms. At one point, the club downsized to a garage – but Len kept it going. Years later, Len moved to Hawaii and started a new TT&M. At that point, […]
Chen Yuanyu Makes a Statement in Muscat
Posted on(by Steve Hopkins, photo by WTT) Tomokazu Harimoto and Dimitrij Ovtcharov arrived in Oman as the heavy favorites to win the WTT Contender Series event in Muscat. A nineteen year old Chinese player named Chen Yuanyu had other plans, taking out both of the top two seeds on his way to the title. Things started […]
Butterfly Training Tips with Yu Di – Topspin Defensive Looping
Posted on(by: Bowmar Sports) In this Butterfly Training Tips, Yu Di is focusing on looping against his student Jacob Kordus, and the focus is Topspin Defensive Looping https://youtu.be/Ego19OghzZ4 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
IT’S MLTT WEEK 8! Let’s Go, Pomona
Posted on(by: Major League Table Tennis) We loved California so much, we’re coming right back. That’s right. After three sellout days at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, MLTT is staying put in the Golden State. And this weekend’s smackdown at the Pomona FairPlex in Pomona, CA could decide everything in MLTT’s red hot race to the postseason. Tap […]
Lin Yun-Ju Super ZLC Review with Brian Pace
Posted onIn this video, Coach Brian Pace discusses the equipment used by Lin, Yun-Ju of Taiwan. 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.
What U.S. Junior National Team Trials Are Actually Like
Posted on(by Bella Xu) When I mention the U.S. Junior National Team Trials to those unfamiliar with table tennis, I think they often imagine groups of cute kids playing friendly games of ping pong on miniature tables with their parents smiling and chatting whilst taking pictures. Scratch that completely. What really happens is PURE. CHAOS. Here’s […]
Why Lobbing is Good For You, Why Lobbing is Bad For You
Posted on(by Larry Hodges) Of course lobbing is good for your game. It wins points that would otherwise be lost. It allows you to practice off-table footwork, which can improve your footwork for counterlooping, fishing, or chopping. It helps you develop topspin touch and control, which can help your counterlooping and fishing. It gives you practice […]
WTT Youth Event in Houston Showcase for Young Stars
March 25, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, photo USATT) Houston was host of the WTT Youth Contender Series event that wrapped up… Read More
Should Adults Train the Same Way as Children When Starting Table Tennis?
March 24, 2026
(By Coach Bob Chen) Many adults who begin learning table tennis ask: “Should I train the same way… Read More
Side Stepping Helps Balance
March 23, 2026
Logan Forehand short backspin serve from Backhand to Backhand, robot plays backspin short in Backhand, Logan plays Backhand… Read More
Reverse Serves
March 23, 2026
(By Larry Hodges, Member of US Table Tennis Hall of Fame Many players have at least one strong… Read More
Strong Start for Americans at WTT Youth Contender Houston
March 22, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) Houston is host of the WTT Youth Contender Series event this week and… Read More
WAB CLUB FEATURE: Saint Louis Table Tennis Club
March 22, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins) Arch Pickleball and Badminton Club has been in operation in Bridgeton, Missouri – a suburb to the… Read More
A Ninth Title for Miwa Harimoto
March 19, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, lower photo WTT) It can be tough to remember how young she is because of… Read More
China Has Biggest Movers in Men’s Rankings
March 19, 2026
(by Steve Hopkins, photo WTT) With five players currently in the top 20 and a strangle hold on… Read More
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