Are You Ready to Improve Your Table Tennis Game?


Ping pong has become a popular activity this year, owing to last year's coronavirus stay-at-home orders. Several others asked for tables to play at during the extra hours around the home. If you've grown interested in the sport, investing in a better table tennis paddle might be an excellent next step.

 

Coaches and professional players alike have noted that if you know what you're looking for, it's not difficult to find some excellent rackets in the mid-price range – there's no need to splurge. Before you dive in, though - do some research to decide which racket models are most suited to your playing style.

 

Once you've obtained your new racket, it'll be time to brush up on one of the game's other necessities, one of which is scoring. If you've been scoring your ping pong games at 21 points, it's time to switch to the current 11-point format. The serves are passed back and forth between the players, two at a time. 

 

When you've mastered acceptable scoring, it's time to move on to more challenging opponents. If your community has one, a nearby table tennis center is a good place to look. If you like playing the sport, joining is a terrific option.

 

If you enjoy playing at home, you might consider the purchase of a table. Butterfly variants fold up and maybe wheeled to an out-of-the-way spot when not in use. Table tennis tables are large and take up a lot of space, so think about it before purchasing one.

 

Shopping at a specialty store to get advice and try on different options will help you make a more informed decision. Tables are almost always delivered regardless of where you buy due to their size and weight. There are good buys for tables in the mid-price category, just as there are for rackets.