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11-23-2006, 01:56 AM
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Re: McShove McPwn\'d
How embarrassing
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11-23-2006, 01:58 AM
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Re: McShove McPwn\'d
Arc Shot
The most common throwing technique is to grasp the ping pong ball with the tips of the thumb and forefinger of the player's dominant hand, and hold the arm at an angle with the ball upwards, then throw by using gentle elbow motion, holding the upper arm parallel with the table. Wrist movement may also occur in an effort to create a greater arc. A good player may also push off with the knees as they throw to create an upward arcing motion. The arc motion allows one to put enough force on the ball to get it to the other side of the table, while conserving velocity and slowing it down so that it is not as likely to bounce off the rim of the cup but gently roll into the cup. Fastball Some players prefer or occasionally use a "laser", "fastball" style throw (named for its speed, it is not thrown like a baseball) which uses more of a hard chopping motion to send the ball in a more direct line to the intended target cup. This can be done with the hand in the usual "pistol grip" orientation or in an overhand "slam-dunk" orientation. The fastball is especially favored by taller players, as it is easier to throw from a higher position. Due to the straighter path the ball will follow, the player may feel more confident in hitting using the fastball. However, caution must be used if a "no elbows over the table" rule is in use, as it is much easier to violate that guideline with a less controlled throw. Fastballs are also much more likely to knock down a cup, which may have positive or negative consequences depending on house rules. As noted above, the higher velocity of the ball will also cause less-precise shots to bounce off the rim rather than gently bounce into a cup. Underhand This technique is best when there is still many cups left on the table because it is hard to control the left to right movement, but is very good for achieving the desired distance. Best used early in the game. Finger Roll Other players prefer to grasp the ball with the thumb, index and middle-finger and release the ball in a somewhat "finger-roll" fashion. Throwing in this manner is very accurate once mastered but it is difficult to use on relatively large table. It also takes time to perfect so it is not recommended for beginners. Therefore, this form is most often employed by veteran players. The Dove While the first two shots are accomplished with an overhanded grip and toss, the dove involves an underhanded grip coupled with the motion of an overhand toss. (in some ways resembling the finger roll). The ball is held primarily by the thumb,index, and middle fingers, and is released with the palm facing upwards and/or slightly to the side. The ball is released as the arm is extended (much like an overhand toss), but since the palm is facing upward, the fingers must all open apart to accomplish a clean release, resembling the wings of a dove. A difficult shot for beginners, the dove allows for higher initial velocity than the standard arc shot, but provides more arc than the fastball shot, allowing an accomplished player to blend the two qualities into a very effective shot. Bounce Shot Bounce shots are much harder to accurately throw, due to the addition of factors outside the thrower's control. The ball may follow an unpredictable path after bouncing based on the table surface, ball wetness, and ball spin. Since the bounce shot counts for two cups, the other team is allowed to swat the ball out of the court. The best time to attempt a bounce is when the opposing team is not paying attention to the game, when there is less risk of deflection. The current rack must be taken into consideration as well — there is obviously a much higher chance of sinking a bounce on an unspoiled ten cup rack than on an inconsistent rack which is all over the table. Serious defenders should also always keep one player on alert for bounce shots to their cups. If the ball is bounced and hits anything on the table including but not limited to empty cups, empty bottles, empty cans, players hands and/or bodies, the table itself numerous times, or any other object on the table and lands in a cup, it will count for two cups. In addition to the table, the opposing players themselves are often considered fair targets for bounce shots. A ball bouncing off a defending players face, hands, or body may be regarded as two cups. This shot style can be more effectively used if the ball is bounced simultaneously while the player's partner is performing a traditional shot. This creates an element of surprise and is also harder to defend against, as the player does not want to commit goaltending on the pitched shot. However, in many practices of the game, especially in the genteel South, the bounce shot is considered to be dishonorable and is oftentimes prohibited. Low - Bounce Shot A team member may throw a bounce that is just low enough so that a defender may knock over a few cups in the process of blocking it. The perfect level for a low-bounce shot is just above the rim of the cups and is usually thrown with a lot of momentum so the other team does not see it coming. And in a scramble to block the attempt, carelessly knocks over their own cups. It is a dirty dirty trick but necessary in crucial situations. The Option A stylistic shot used primarily to embarrass and dishearten the opposition, a team member may use "The Option" to add insult to injury. Standing perpendicular to the table, the player uses his dominant shooting hand to toss the ball into the cups from a sideways stance. With a slight bend of the knee, the player extends his hand to his side with a backhand grip on the ball. At the end of the shooting motion, the player finishes with a flick of the wrist for a low-trajectory toss, a la Tommy Frazier of the 1995 NCAA National Champion Nebraska Cornhuskers football team. A successfully completed option shot can drive a dagger deep into the heart of even the most cocksure competitor. A miss, and you're still awesome. Spin Shot A less known but equally effective technique is the 'spin-shot'. A spinner can have a similar release point and initial trajectory to the standard arc-shot or fastball, however top-spin is added to the ball to create downward motion as the ball approaches the cups. This can allow a player proficient with the spin shot to throw the ball with greater velocity than a standard arc shot, while still achieving a similar downward trajectory as the ball reaches the cups. The spin shot can be achieved by holding the table-tennis ball so that the index and middle finger rest on top of the ball and the thumb rests on the bottom of the ball. Upon release, the player would quickly mimic the motion of snapping fingers to create forward spin (that is, spin on the ball, top to bottom, in the direction of the opposition's cups). The result is a shot which resembles a sinker in baseball: the shot starts out straight, and drops down as the ball approaches the cups. This shot can be very effective, since the increased velocity and downward motion increases the chances of both knocking over cups, and making direct shots on cups. Slam Dunk Similar to the shot in basketball by the same name, the slam dunk involves jumping onto the table and throwing the ball in the cup. It is a humorous (albeit extraordinarily dangerous!) way to end a recreational beer pong game. Usually, it is played at the end of the night when there are no more games that are going to happen, because the dunker who jumps over the table usually falls ontop of it, sending beer cups, the pong table and the dunker crashing to the floor. Note that serious injury could occur if this is attempted, and if one tries to attempt it, he or she should ALWAYS consult the house beforehand, as it could involve the damage of personal property.
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#6
11-23-2006, 02:13 AM
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Re: McShove McPwn\'d
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brag (beat?) - I've never played beer pong [/ QUOTE ] no question a beat
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#7
11-23-2006, 02:32 AM
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Re: McShove McPwn\'d
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[ QUOTE ] brag (beat?) - I've never played beer pong [/ QUOTE ] no question a beat [/ QUOTE ]
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#10
11-23-2006, 03:27 AM
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Re: McShove McPwn\'d
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brag (beat?) - I've never played beer pong [/ QUOTE ] Variance. You're not missing much.
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