The chop block in table tennis is a fast backspin shot that is excellent at disrupting opponents’ rhythm. And guess what… barely anyone is using it! Here, I describe the shot’s inner workings, why it is so good, and when you should use it. You don’t want to miss out on this key table tennis …Chop Block in Table Tennis: How-To & When To Use It Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
Did you know table tennis is one of the fastest racket sports in the world? Or how about the world’s longest rally? Did you know it lasted for an astonishing 11 hours and 50 minutes? There are all sorts of fun facts about table tennis, and I set out to compile a list of the …24 Fun Ping Pong Facts That You Might Not Know Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
The ghost serve in ping pong has a heavy backspin, which causes the ball to travel back toward the net. While this may seem like a table tennis cheat code, I can tell you from first-hand experience it isn’t as strong as you think. Hardly any elite players use this serve at all. Unlike some …How To Do The Ghost Serve in Ping Pong Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
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Forehand smashes in table tennis are direct, fast, and some of the most difficult shots to return. They usually win the point outright or force your opponent to move away from the table, which puts you in a strong position. Learning how to smash well is key to being a successful player. What Is the …Forehand Smash in Table Tennis: What Is It & How to Perform Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
Ping-pong players may touch the table for several reasons, including buying time, regaining composure, psyching out their opponent, or because it’s a habit. However, the most common reason is to wipe away sweat. To casual viewers, table touching may seem pointless, but it serves a purpose for every player who does it. I’d say it’s …Why Do Ping Pong Players Touch the Table? Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
Volleying is not allowed in ping-pong. The ball must hit the table before you can attempt a return. You can only volley if the ball has cleared the length of the table, but by that time, the point is already yours. That said, there is one specific scenario where you might want to volley the …Can You Volley in Ping Pong? And If So, When? Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
The best bars with ping-pong tables can take your regular Friday night to an experience you and your friends won’t soon forget. These days, there are some super cool bars with high-quality tables and paddles. The most notable is SPIN—a table tennis bar franchise with eight locations nationwide. Yet there are many more venues that …6 Best Bars With Ping Pong Tables Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
One of the most common mistakes in table tennis is holding the paddle incorrectly. This limits how well you can perform. I’ve seen virtually every mistake as a table tennis player of over ten years. Here are the 10 most common mistakes you need to watch out for: Holding your paddle incorrectly Holding your racket …10 Common Mistakes in Table Tennis and How to Fix Them Read More »| Ping Pong Ruler
Balls of Fury may be the most-watched ping pong movie by a landslide, but it’s not my favorite. To me, the best ping pong movie is As One. And it seems most| Ping Pong Ruler