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60 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | JULY 2025 Table Tennis is a fun sport for all ages and abilities. There are many physical and mental benefits that are achieved by playing this sport. Here are three taken from the website rachetinsight.com: 1. Relieves stress and improves mental health; 2. Stimulates the brain, improves mental acuity, and memory; 3. Improves balance, coordination, and motor skills. In the photo you see a tiny ball, paddle and player. That's all you need to play. It's not difficult to learn to hit the ping pong ball over the net and onto the table. All it takes is the willingness to try and practice, practice, practice. I have talked to friends about playing ping pong and the usual response is "I haven't played since I was a kid." Don't let that stop you. We are happy to be in the The Courts Multipurpose Room after six months in the Aerobics Room. Come out on any Monday through Saturday from 2 to 4 pm and meet others that haven't played since they were kids. Enjoy the fun, laughter and reap the benefits. One more exciting benefit: you will be out of the gale force winds and summer heat. Think about it! If you have questions or concerns, please email me at baerhuggy@icloud.com. See you soon at The Courts! ~ Mary Baer Table Tennis Paddle tennis has no doubles alleys, we use a solid paddle made of composite materials with holes to reduce air resistance, the ball used is a depressurized tennis ball. Underhand serve only, scoring is the same as tennis (15, 30, 40). Points are usually quicker due to the smaller court. You will currently see folks playing anywhere from 4 or 5 pm on. We would love to show you how much fun you'll have, playing paddle tennis. ~ Lizzie Gallegos, ecgallegos@outlook.com Paddle Tennis Playing doubles takes concentration. Nancy Van keeps her eye on the ball while Lisa, her partner, steps back to give her space.