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NEWS

Dear Pongers,

The temperature in Texas is hot, hot, hot, and so is table tennis action in Dallas!  After assisting the Dallas Fort Worth Table Tennis Club (DFWTTC) with the senior Dallas Golden Games on Saturday, Pongspace teamed up with DFWTTC again to kick off the George Braithwaite Major League (GBML) Texas regional competition on Sunday.  While this is the second season for GBML in the US, it is the first expansion of the league into the south for Pongspace.  We are excited to see so many table tennis enthusiasts, from grade school students to professional athletes competing against each other at the same venue for the first time in league history. Everyone is a champion!  If you haven’t joined us yet, NY and DC are going to kick off this Saturday.  JOIN US!

As a reminder, this Saturday the AYTTO Saturday Spin Camp will restart after a one-week break.  Register now if you don’t want your children to slack off for two weeks!  And if you plan to join the NCTTA alumni events in DC and Chicago, please select the optional donation to help collegiate table tennis.

Angela Guan is a master defensive player using long pips on her backhand.  While she chops with the pips frequently, she also utilizes punch blocks and slice blocks with the pips side of her racket.  In this week’s video, watch Angela Guan use these strategies, and take note of the differences between the two.

Our featured club of the week is the Illinois State University Table Tennis Club.  The club is a very inviting venue where current players and alumni have lots of experience and all want to take you to the next level.  Come find out for yourself what a friendly place this is.

Angela Guan Demonstrates the Difference Between Chop Blocks and Punch Blocks

Angela Guan shows you the difference between chop blocks and punch blocks during her practice sessions. Watch her use these strategies and take note of the difference between the two.

CLUB SPOTLIGHT
Illinois State University Table Tennis Club

Visit PongSpace member club,
Illinois State University Table Tennis Club

Whether you're just picking up a paddle for the first time, or a seasoned athlete ready to further refine your skills, we can help you get to the next level. At Illinois State Table Tennis, many of our players and alumni have extensive experience and are willing to help new students develop their game. Join us!

Click here to learn more.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SATURDAY YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAM AT SPIN NY

AYTTO is pleased to once again offer a 30-week training program for NYC youth, taking place on Saturdays from 11AM - 1PM at Spin NY.

Led by Spin Pro Paul David, the program will support free training for 10 members for the entire 30-week period. Applicants for the free program must show a household income of less than $100,000/year and commit to the entire 30-week program, with no more than three unexcused absences.

Please contact admin@aytto.org or Thomas.Hu@AYTTO.org for more information and to submit income verification.

For others who would like to participate on a fee basis, the cost is $20/day. Only limited spots are available as the program's primary purpose is to accommodate students who cannot afford top coaching.

Click here to learn more and register.

WEEKEND ACADEMY AT NYISC

Students receive intense training from academy head coaches, Liu Huiyuan and Sydney Christophe. The program takes place on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00-11:30 AM. Multiple assistant coaches are on hand to ensure that all players enjoy fun and productive days. The cost is $30.00 per 1.5hr session.

Click here to learn more and register.

NCTTA Party at Spin Chicago
Free Admission! Registration required.
September 30th
Tournament at 2:00-5:00 CT
Alumni Party at 5:00-7:00 CT
Click here to register.

NCTTA Party at Spin Washington DC
Free Admission! Registration required.
Donations welcome.
September 30th at 6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
Click here to register.

TABLE TENNIS CAMP AT SPIN NY

When school is off, table tennis is on! Play and learn table tennis at SPIN NYC when school is closed. Organized in partnership with the American Youth Table Tennis Organization (AYTTO), students in grades 1-12 learn footwork, counter, service tactics, and loop.

Dates: September 25, October 9, November 7
Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cost: $120/day

Click here to learn more and register.

NCTTA Party at Spin NY
Free Admission! Registration required.
October 21st at 4:00-7:00 PM EST
Click here to register.

There is a lot of physical movement in table tennis. As such, it helps you burn so many calories while also stimulating your brain. What a great activity!

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