Eyes, ears and the size of the hall: the science of reading the ball
Why we react to the sound of the hit before the image, how the ear reads spin and why the ball seems slower in a big hall. Learn how to train both senses.
#balls
Topic: Equipment
October 20262 posts
Double Happiness: the story of DHS, the brand intertwined with Chinese table tennis
From China's first ball in 1927 to the Paris 2024 tables: the story of DHS, the brand that grew up alongside the Chinese national team. See how it began.
July 20261 post
From the 38mm Ball to 40+: A Complete Guide to Choosing Yours
From 38mm celluloid to ABS plastic: understand how the ball changed table tennis and find out which DHS 40+ ball is right for your level of play.
March 20261 post
The Invisible Enemy of Your Drive
Missing the ball even with lots of practice? Science says your vision may be the culprit. Learn about the Tau factor, the 5 ms window and how to fix it.
October 20251 post
From VHS Tapes to 'Bashing': A Reflection on Table Tennis Today
A veteran compares 1990s table tennis with today's game. Find out why men's play turned into bashing and why the women's game is more creative.
