Hi Friends!
 
Here in Ohio, I'm happy to see that there is a major camp and major tournament happening in Columbus!  Regardless of where you live or what your level is, I would highly recommend attending!
 
3-Day Training Camp with Elite Coach Chance Friend
Registration Form
Player Listing
 
2-Day USATT Tournament

 
 
 
Serve Return Simplified
 
 
There are 2 primary ways to read the spin – watch the racket and watch the bounce.  The pitfall that devastates most beginner/intermediate players is the timing.  When they don’t know the spin, they panic and trap the ball too quickly.  The correct move is to wait.  Wait.  If you couldn’t tell the spin from the contact point when your opponent touched the ball, then wait.  Let the ball rise, then even drop a bit before returning it. 
How does that make the return easier?  There are 5 ways…
 
 

 
The Mystery Man
By Coach Samson Dubina
 
 
In the table tennis world, it is commonly believed that there are 3 types of players – positive, negative, and in-between.
 
Mr. Positive continues to strongly affirm himself throughout the match, even if he is down 8-0 or 10-2 or whatever the score, he has a high level of confidence.
 

 
 
 
Many of my recent coaching articles have been quite long!  Sometimes, I feel that shorter summary articles are better because the key points are easier to remember and apply.  In this article, I'm going to highlight 8 quick reminders that you should consider on the day of a tournament...
 
1. Watch your opponent in a prior match and study his style, his serve, and his serve return.  Before beginning a match, also make sure to check his racket.
 

 
Hi Friends,
I'm working for Power Pong Robot company promoting robots for players of all ages and levels around the world!  This month, I'm offering FREE Online Demos for anyone worldwide who is interested in Power Pong Robots!  Are you a player, a parent, a coach?  Contact me today to setup your FREE 30-min Zoom call!  During the video session, we will discuss your playing style, your strengths and weaknesses, your goals, your training schedule, and discuss if Power Pong Robots are best for you.
 
Send me an e-mail TODAY!
Samson Dubina

 
 
 
 
 
 
     Just like any other table tennis skills, developing a tactical mindset takes discipline.  As I work through the various styles over the coming weeks and teach you how to play against various opponents, I want you to understand that you too can think of your own tactics.  I’m not very smart, I’m just an average guy.  However, I do spend quality time thinking.  You too can develop this same discipline.