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Table Tennis is a sport similar to lawn tennis, only in a small scale. The
game is played using a racquet called paddle or bat, a light plastic ball (celluloid)
and a table with net.
Table Tennis is a sport with two or four players hit a ball with racket back
and forth to each other on a table, in a manner similar to tennis. The rule is slightly
different but the concept is quite similar. In singles play, the serve is not required to
cross from the servers right hand court to the receivers right hand court (or left to
left) as it is in tennis. However, serving across is requires in doubles play. Ball spin,
speed, placement, strategy and tactics play an important part in competitive table
tennis matches
The objective of the game is to hit the plastic ball (celluloid) using the paddle
(racquet) into the opponents court. The rules say that the ball shall bounce up to
23cm when dropped from height of 30 cm . The 40 mm ball was
introducednaftern2000 Olympic games. A 40 mm table tennis ball is slower and
spins less than a 38 mm one. The ball is made of a high bouncing gas-filled celluloid
ball, colored white or orange with a matte finish. The choice of ball color is made
according to the table and its surroundings. For example, a white ball is easier to
see on green or blue table than it is on a grey table. A star on the ball indicates the
quality of the ball 3 stars indicates that it is of the highest quality.
GAME TERMINOLOGIES AND EQUIPMENT
TERMILOGIES
A Game is won by the player or pair first scoring 11 points.
ACE-a point score on a shot that is impossible for the receiver to return
ADVANTAGE- next point made-after a deuce score. It is advantage out if the
receiver wins it and advantage in if the server wins. The players wins the match
who first wins a point after gaining advantage.
BACKHAND- Stroke played by a right-handed player on his left-hand side; and vise
versa for a left-handed player. If the penholder grip is used, the reverse side is
rarely employed to play a backhand stroke.
BALL-THE BALL IS FOUND IN SHAPE MADE OF WHITE MATT CELLULOID. Its diameter
should not be less than 1.40 inches (370mm) and not more than 1.50 inches
(38.2mm)) The weight should not be less than 37 grains (2.30 gm) and not more
than 39 grains (2.52 gm)
BAT- Racket, paddle
BLOCK- A stroke executed very close to the table, often before the top of the
bounce of the ball
HALF VOLLEY- A push stroke on the ball immediately as it rises from bouncing.
ITTF- International Table Tennis Federation and the governing bodyof Table tennis
around the world.
LET- An interference in the game such as a serve hitting the net or a distraction
which causes the point to be played over.
LOB- a particular shot used when a player is far back from the table in adefensive
situation and the ball is lobbed high into the air as a return.
LOOP- An extreme topspin shot when executed properly can curve iin the air
before it hits the table.
MATCH- a match consists of 2 out o 3 or 3 out of 5 games.
MIXED DOUBLES- Doubles game in which each team has one man and one woman
player.
THE TABLE
Description/specifications
Length
- 9 feet
Width
-5 feet
Thickness
- 1 inch
Height
floor
Lines
Bounce of the ball on the table between 8 and 9 3/9 inches when dropped from
12 inches high. Should be uniform whether in the middle or near the edge.
Area:
Playing Court
- 20-40 feet
Ceiling
- 12 feet or higher
Background/Surroundings
Floor
Quality
- 3 stars ball is expensive but bounces better and lasts longer.
VALUES OF THE GAME
1. It can be played by all persons of any age from Elementary to Adulthood
2. It can be played indoor at any time of the year
3. This game is a popular recreational sport which everybody can enjoy together
both as player and spectator
4. It provides both fun and enjoyment for everyone aside from the exercise
gained.
RULES OF THE GAME
At the start of service the ball shall be stationary, resting freely on the
flat, open palm of the servers free hand, behind the end line and above
the level of the playing surface.
2. The server shall then project the ball near vertically upwards, without,
without imparting spin, so that it rises at least 16 cm after leaving the
palm of the free hand and then falls without touching anything before
being struck.
3. As the ball is falling the server shall strike it so that it touches first his
court and then, after passing over or around the net assembly, touches
directly the receivers court; in doubles, the ball shall touch successively
the right half court of server and receiver.
4. The ball and the racket shall be above the level of the playing surface
from the last moment at which the ball is stationary before being
projected until it is struck
5. When the ball is struck it shall be behind the servers end line but not
farther be part of the servers body, other than his arm, head or leg, which
is the farthest from his end line.
6. It is the responsibility of the player to serve so that the umpire or the
assistant umpire can see that he complies with the requirements of a
good serve.
7. If the umpire is doubtful o the legality of a service but neither he or nor
the assistant umpire is sure that it is illegal he may, on the first occasion
in a match, warn the server without awarding a point.
8. If subsequently in the match a service by the player or his doubles partner
is is of dubious legality, for the same or for any other reason, the receiver
shall score a point.
9. Whenever there is a clear failure to comply with the requirements for a
good service no warning shall be given and the receiver shall score a
point, on the first as on any other occasion.
10.Exceptionally, the umpire, may relax the requirements for a good service
where he is notified , before play begins, that compliance is prevented by
physical disability.
Good Return
1.
The ball, having been served or returned, shall be struck so that it passes
over or around the net assembly and touches the opponents court either
directly or after touching the net assembly.
Let
1. The rally shall be a let
1. If the service the ball, in passing over the net assembly, touches it,
provided the service is otherwise good or the ball is obstructed by the
receiver or his partner.
2. If the service is delivered when the receiving player or pair is not
assembly, provided that neither the receiver nor his partner attempts to
strike the ball.
3. If failure to make a good service or a good return or otherwise to comply
with the laws is due to the disturbance outside the control of the player.
4. If play is interrupted by the umpire or assistant umpire.
2. Play may be interrupted
1. Ti correct an error in the order of serving receiving or ends
2. To introduce the expedite system
3. To warn or penalise a player
4. Because the conditions of play are disturbed in a way which could affect
the outcome of the rally
Doubles
- When playing table tennis doubles, service still alternates every two
points between sides, but it also alternates between players on the same
team.
At the end of every two points, the receiving player becomes the server,
and the partner of the serving player becomes the receiver.
The service itself is exactly the same as it singles except that, rather than
the ball bouncing anywhere on the table, it must bounce only on the right
portion of the table for both the server and the receiver.
The receiver returns it, then the servers partner must hit it next followed
by the receivers partner and so on.
Play must continue in this sequence throughout the rally and if a player
hits it oot of turn he loses the point.
- Table Tennis doubles rules
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Each match shall consists of the best two out of three games with the
winning pair reaching 11 points first or being ahead by one after the score
reaches 10 all in each game.
The pair winnin a a coin flip may choose either end of the table or the
right to serve or receive first .If they choose an end , the other pair has
the choice of serving or receiving first.
The pair having the right to serve the first two serves in any game shall
decide which partner shall do so. The opposing pair shall then decide
which shall be the first receiver.
Each server shall serve 2 points as in singles. At the end of each 2 points,
the one who was receiving becomes the server , and the partner of the
previous server becomes the receiver. This sequence shall continue until
the end of the game or the score of 10 all. All players shall serve only one
point in turn and the serve will alternate after each point in turn and the
serve will alternate after each point until a pair is ahead of 2 points.
The serve shall first make a good service, the receiver shall then make a
good return, and the partner of te server shall then make a good return.
The partner of the receiver shall then make a good return, and thereafter
each player alternately in the sequence shall make a good return.
After each game the pairs shall change ends. The pair serving first in the
previous game shall become the first receivers in the next game and vice
versa
A pair of players must remain the same throughout the tournament (no
substitutes)
Rules concerning racquet specifications, scoring points, volleying a return,
net serves, let returns, balls in play, and balls fractured in play be in
accordance with the laws of the International Table Tennis Federation as
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The right to choose the initial order of serving, receiving and ends shall be
decided by lot and the winner may choose to serve or to receive first to start
at a particular end.
When one player has chosen to serve or to receive first or to start at a
particular end, the other player or pair and so on until the end shall have the
other choice
After each 2 points have been scored, the receiving or pair shall become the
serving player or player or so on until the end of the game, unless both
players or pairs score 10 points of the expedite system is in operation. When
the sequences of serving and receiving shall be the same but each player
shall serve for only one point in turn.
In each game of a double match the pair having the right to serve first shall
choose which of them will rceive first in subsequent games of the match. The
first server having been chose. He first receiver shall be the player who
served to him in the preceeding game.
In doubles, at each change of service the previous receiver shall become the
server and the partner of the previous server shall become the receiver.
The player or pair serving first in a game shall receive first in the next game
of the match and in the last possible game of a doubles match the pair due to
receive next shall change their order of receiving when first one pair score 5
points.
A Game
A game shall be won the player or pair first scoring 11 points unless both
players or pairs score 10 points.
Match
A match shall consists of the best of any odd number of game
Thereafter, each ,player shall serve for 1 point in turn until the end of the
game and if the receiving player pair makes 13 returns the receiver shall
score a point.
Basic skills
1. Grip
Kinds of Grip
Shake hand/Orthodox
Penholder/Chinese Grip
Grip is important. Beginning players should start by using the correct service
grip known as the tennis grip
Things to remember for a good grip
1. The racket is grasped well by the handle.
2. The thumb and forefinger are pled on either side of the handle.
3. The other finger are alongside the forefinger and it looks as if the player is
shaking hands with the racket.
4. The wrist is held firm so as not to let the racket drop
II.
Service- It can be varied. A variety of service should be learned so that
the opponent will be surprised or off balance. Through practice and
experimentation, serves that are most effective can be developed.
General Suggestions for Service include:
1. Serve the ball low over the net, not high.
2. Serve to the opponents weakest point.
3. Try to develop accuracy so you can hit a specific place every time.
4. Try not to let the opponent know in which area you will serve.
Service for double must also be to the diagonally opposite court
In singles the ball may be served anywhere on the court.
III. Footwork is basic for all strokes
Footwork Movements
1.
While awaiting the serve, stand about two and a half feet back from the
end of the table at midpoint. Do not let the opponent to touch the table.
2. The feet should always be at right angles to the flight of the ball.
3. Always return to the original position after hitting the ball.
4. Usually, the body weight shifts forward as the ball is stroked or hit.
In doubles, one must move to the side and rear to let her partner step
into the center position because the partners take turns in returning
the ball.
IV. Strokes - refer to the different ways of hitting or returning the ball. These have
some similarities to tennis and badminton. The same principles apply as in other
sports. The best way to learn them is to observe other players and experiment with
using the racket in various ways.
The Strokes include
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Forehand Push
Backhand Push
Forehand Drive
Backhand Drive
Half Volley
Chop
Drop Shot
Smash
Spin
Strategy
A strong defence in table tennis is important. Try to return every shot. In planning
your strategy let the following suggestions be your guide.
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Perform war
References:
http://www.tabletennis.gr/rules.asp
http://www.allabouttabletennis.com/
http://en. Wikipedia.org/wiki/table tennis
Ravelo, Sofia . the Physical Activities for the Filipina
Score Card in Table Tennis (Singles)
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Prepared By:
DR. JOSEFINA S. SERVIDA Ed.D
Faculty-PHED
1st sem. 2015
The Table
2.74 m (9 ft.) length
1.52 m ( 5 ft.) wide
76 cm (2ft., 6in) above the floor
thickness of the table
Playing surface may be of material and shall yield a uniform bounce of 23 cm when
a standard ball is dropped from a height of 30 cm.
Lines (White) inch-line running along the edge
inch-line running down the middle (used in double)
For doubles, each court shall be divided into two equal half courts by a white center
line 3mm wide running parallel with the side line.
The Net Assembly
The net assembly shall be suspended by a cord attached at each end to an upright
15.25 cm high the outside limits of the post being 15.25cm outside the side line.
The top of the net along its whole length shall be 15.25 cm above the playing
surface.
Description/Specifications:
1.Net is 6 inches and placed across the middle
2. Suspended by a cord and attached at each end to un upright post
3. Outside limit of the post is 6 inches outside the sideline
4. Bottom of the net shall be close as possible to the playing surface and the ends
of the net is close as possible to the supporting post.
The Ball
The ball shall be of spherical with a diameter of 40 mm
Bounce of the ball on the table
-between 8/34 and 9/34 inches when dropped from 12 inches high
Should be uniform whether in the middle or near the edge.
Description:
Color white or orange and matte (not shiny)
Circumference-not less than mgm nor more than 2.53 mgm
Quality- 3-stars ball is expensive but bounces better and lasys longer.
AREA:
Playing Court 20-40 ft
Ceiling- 12 ft. Or higher
Background/Surroundings- dark and not glaring
Floor- not slippery
Best playing floor is wood ( a hard floor will hurt the feet of the player.
The weight of the ball is 2.7g
The Racket
The racket may be of any size shape, shape or weight but the blade shall be flat and
rigid.
At least 83% of the blade by thickness shall be of natural wood, an adhesive layer
within the blade may be reinforced with fibrious material such as carbon fiber, glass
fiber or compressed paper but shall not be thicker or 0.35 mm whichever is the
similar.