Coach Samson Dubina US National Team Coach 4x USATT Coach of the Year
 

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Beat the Tall Dude

Learn the details of killing giants

 
 
 
 
Playing against a very tall player might seem scary, but if you implement the right strategies, you can do it. First, I'm going to outline what he probably does well. Next, I'm going to outline your game-plan.
 
Keep in mind that very tall players have a wide wingspan. With a little leaning and reaching, he can often cover about 7 feet without taking any steps at all. Very tall players usually smash well and can power through most lobs.
 

Ohio Circuit Update

See your name on the ranking list!

Here are the circuit leaders....
Junior Division

Dey, Tapabrata
Jr

Hamrahian, Seyed Hesam
Jr

Liu, Roger
Jr

Khatami, Ali
Jr

Khatami, Sarveen
Jr

Averin, Alex
Jr

Bafna, Shreyans
Jr

Baker, Carl
Jr

Harris, Anwen
Jr

 

 
Over 2000 division

Dey, Tapabrata
O-2000

Bible Passage of the Week

What shall we do?

 
 
Acts 2:36-39 Peter said, "Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ.”
37 Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Men and brethren, what shall we do?”

Various Game Styles

Strategies for Sep 26-27

 
 
 
For those of you who are preparing for our Sep 26-27 tournament, I would highly recommend that you carefully read this article and takes notes in order to mentally prepare for the competition.  I posted this article in the past, but decided to re-post it as a refresher...
 
 

What Are You Looking At?

Learn the details of video analysis!

 
 
When watching a professional player, what you are looking at?  Are you looking at the bright color of his shoes, the weird design on his shirt, his massive leg muscles, or the funny expression that he makes when serving?  If so, you aren’t studying the right things.
 
When watching a professional player, there are several things that you should be looking at…
 
#1 Preparation
Watch how he goes through his pre-point routine before stepping up to the table. 
 
#2 Serve and receive

Illegal Serves

Learn 7 Steps to Take in Dealing With Illegal Serves

 
 
 
 
 
When playing tournaments, you will often be up against illegal serves.  With the right actions and attitude, you can easily diffuse the problem and play a fair match.  Here are the steps of action that I would recommend…
 
#1 Observe the problem.  Preferably in a match prior to your match, try to watch your opponent for possible illegal serves.
 

Additional Tournament Info

New Event, Player Listing, and Host Hotel

 
Official Tournament Hotel:     Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham   7046 Sunset Strip Ave NW North Canton, OH 44720 call 330-966-7551 by Sep 16 to reserve the group rate of $89.  Mention "table tennis".
 
We have added an event  - adult recreational.  If you or a family member would like to join in for the Friday night fun events, please e-mail me asap.  All players who enter both Friday and Saturday will receive a free tt shirt ($25 value).  
 

Bible Passage of the Week

Read about anxiety...

 
 
Philipians 4:4-9
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!
5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.
6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Precision

Serving tips!

 
 
 
When serving, many players focus on height, deception, speed, spin, and placement.  These elements are very important.  However, the main reason that you need to practice serving is to develop precision.  If you have control over your serve, it is easy to control the rally when you are serving.  Here are a few consequences of having poor precision…
 

Exciting Tournament Update!

Kanak Jha, Xue Feng Jia, Khoa Ngyuen and many others are coming...

If you have not signed up for the September Newgy Akron Open, be sure to do so in the next few days!  This exciting event staged at the prestigious Walsh University will showcase the nations top players including:
Kanak Jha - Current North American Men's Champion (age 14)
Khoa Ngyuen - 2x US Olympian 
Xue Feng Jia - pro player from China flying to Ohio for this tournament
Many many other top US players competing for the title and the cash prizes.
 
 

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