An article related to improving players table tennis skills.
by msgraber on Sun, 2023-07-02 23:44
NEW Video by Sarah Jalli and Samson Dubina
by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 23:32
Learn How to Beat This Opponent!
In competitive sports, there are always athletes who want to win so badly, that they will do absolutely anything to accomplish that goal. Yes, there are cheaters in table tennis too. Instead of giving you dozens of examples of how cheaters get away with it, I’m going to give you a more general perspective on how you can properly handle any situation that arises.
by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 23:26
Weak Points
In matches, should you use specific patterns or should you just hit anywhere? Well, you always want to keep your opponent off-balance while realizing that there are specific shots and locations that commonly cause errors from your opponent. Today, I’m going to outline a six basic patterns.
(Note: There are actually hundreds of these patterns. I’m just listing six as a starting point)
Example #1
by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 23:06
Learn to Control Your Thoughts
Distractions are all around us.
Some are preventable, others are not.
When competing in table tennis, you must do everything possible to avoid the avoidable.
You also must do everything possible to everything possible to block out the unavoidable.
by msgraber on Sun, 2023-07-02 20:59
Sarah Jalli - US National Women's Team Member
by msgraber on Sun, 2023-07-02 20:50
NEW Video by Samson Dubina
by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 16:35
Learn about the importance and pitfalls of recognition
In the table tennis world, giving players recognition is very important. I think it is great when tournaments have an award podium and make the awards ceremony very official. The Samson Dubina Table Tennis Academy will be promoting more and more recognition in the sport as we continue to grow. However, some players only play for the recognition from others. IF THIS IS YOUR MINDSET, IT WILL HINDER YOUR PROGRESS!!!
by msgraber on Sun, 2023-07-02 16:09
Video From Samson and Sarah
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by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 15:38
NEW Article by Samson Dubina and quotes from Lanny Bassham
by Samson Dubina on Sun, 2023-07-02 14:54
Should you CHANGE your stroke?
Stroke Considerations
-By Coach Samson Dubina
If you have played for many years with the incorrect stroke, should you change it OR should you keep it and improve other aspects of your game? This is a tough question. Personally, I feel that YOU need to be on the one to answer this question. But as you think to answer it, there are some stroke considerations that you should make in evaluating your own stroke and evaluating how a change would help or hurt your progress both short term, mid range, and long term.
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