But really good players never touch a tennis racquet. There are two popular grips. It enables strong forehands but is generally weaker on the backhand side. Some can even reach shots that nick the table's edge, dive-bombing for the floor. Playing style affects choice of equipment.
Loopers favor a smooth rubber surface that imparts more spin.
Five years ago, only a handful of colleges were competing in New England. Individually, Fong went 11-2 last year. This year, like her team, she was0 undefeated at midseason, but claims that her game probably peaked two years back, just before college. To practice seriously, you need a good practice partner and there aren't many good players in the immediate area. Research New England Books Etc.