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The Limit of Talent: Why Development Matters More Than Gifts

One of the most common conversations in sports is about talent. Who has it.Who doesn’t.Who was “born special.” After nearly 50 years in table...

May 12 2026

Serve Tips No One Tells You

Paddle Palace Star Player and Coach Seth Pech shares tips to improve your serve and make your opponent struggle.

Jan 14 2022

US Nationals in Las Vegas: Dec. 17-21, 2013

The 2013 US National Table Tennis Championships will take place Dec. 17-21st in Las Vegas, Nevada. To avoid late entry fees, enter by October...

Sep 16 2013

Lily Zhang Wins Women's ITTF-North American Cup Title

[caption id="attachment_666" align="alignleft" width="200"] Lily Zhang[/caption] Congratulations to Lily Zhang, Women's 2013 ITTF-North American Cup Champion! There is a well-earned sense of pride and...

Apr 24 2013

World Champion Fan Zhendon Signs with STIGA!

[caption id="attachment_1043" align="alignleft" width="540"] One of Chinas’ biggest hopes for the future Fan Zhendong, has signed a long term agreement with STIGA! The 16...

Mar 20 2013

20 Table Tennis Tips That Will Lead You to a Winning Game

20 Winning Tips! By Tahl Leibovitz 1. Try and play the ball directly at your opponent. Play the middle. 2. Try and go down...

Mar 12 2013

Put the Ball on the Table!

Put the Ball on the Table By Samson Dubina There are several key elements to footwork: 1. Basic mechanics 2. Anticipation 3. Watching the...

Mar 01 2013

Lily Zhang and Timothy Wang Finish at the top of the US Team Trials!

[caption id="attachment_663" align="alignleft" width="210"] Lily Zhang[/caption] [caption id="attachment_982" align="alignleft" width="275"] Timothy Wang[/caption] After three grueling days of play the US National Team has been...

Feb 12 2013