WARNING - Annual off topic ping pong thread!

[26 Year Gap]

The Tibetan distraction could play a role here as well. Are any of those above him possible dissidents? Out of sight, out of mind as far as the fickle pollsters are concerned. So, Nick could benefit from that as well. Unless one of his rivals photoshops his presence into Lhasa.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

The Tibetan distraction could play a role here as well. Are any of those above him possible dissidents? Out of sight, out of mind as far as the fickle pollsters are concerned. So, Nick could benefit from that as well. Unless one of his rivals photoshops his presence into Lhasa.

I really hadn't thought about Tibetgate. There is rumor, however, that Nick is client #10.

[JRutledge]

Does anyone think that officiating has gone down in the last few years? I mean the egos these officials have is just getting out of hand. Someone needs to hold them accountable. The players are held accountable. Why do the officials get a pass on the things they do?

Peace

[JRutledge]

I have one more question.

Why don't officials get a chance to work both Women's Ping Pong and Men's Ping Pong? Is there some discrimination going on?

Peace

[Adam]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I have one more question.

Why don't officials get a chance to work both Women's Ping Pong and Men's Ping Pong? Is there some discrimination going on?

Peace

They're different games altogether. The women's game moves faster and is generally played closer to the net. I haven't seen a men's official yet who can keep up with the ladies.

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I have one more question.

Why don't officials get a chance to work both Women's Ping Pong and Men's Ping Pong? Is there some discrimination going on?

Outstanding.........big

[Mark Padgett]

Remember last year's championship match when Yi Yong Fan won because Ilija Lupulesku got a technical for hanging on the net? Boy - that was a thriller. I still get goosebumps thinking about it.

I rank it right up there with the infamous 1947 Cricket quarterfinal at Nauseous-By-The-Sea when Andy Capp tripped over a sticky wicket and broke his lorry.

Meds, please - and hurry!

[fullor30]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

Remember last year's championship match when Yi Yong Fan won because Ilija Lupulesku got a technical for hanging on the net? Boy - that was a thriller. I still get goosebumps thinking about it.

I rank it right up there with the infamous 1947 Cricket quarterfinal at Nauseous-By-The-Sea when Andy Capp tripped over a sticky wicket and broke his lorry.

Meds, please - and hurry!

Marky Mark............... how da heck do I post an image???

[Adam]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

Does anyone think that officiating has gone down in the last few years? I mean the egos these officials have is just getting out of hand. Someone needs to hold them accountable. The players are held accountable. Why do the officials get a pass on the things they do?

Peace

I have noticed it. I've seen some calls that tell me they weren't ready for this level of play.