Free table tennis beginner lessons start Jan. 10
The Table Tennis Club hosted a tournament on Jan. 3 in Clubhouse 6, where the top four ranked players competed. The tournament included singles matches where John Lee was the victor over Larry Hicklin, and Jonathan Kang won against Steve Harris. Larry Hicklin and Jonathan Kang won in the doubles game. The club members, Leisure World residents and their guests enjoyed these exciting and competitive games. In December, Jonathan Kang, one of the tournament players, shared, “It’s going to be fun and exciting playing the game I enjoy very much. But more so, this place has been a place of healing for me as I was making difficult transitions last year after losing my wife to an automobile accident. I was welcomed with open arms from day one since I moved to LW about this time last year. God has been good and I feel blessed to be a part of this great community,” During intermission, both outgoing and incoming officers were introduced to all attendees. The club thanks former club President Randy Miller. He led the Table Tennis Club successfully for the last four years. He continues to volunteer as the equipment committee chair along with Dennis Kim, who works on the robot machine.
The GRF Recreational Table Tennis specific rules were explained. Some of them are: Food or drinks are not permitted in the table tennis area, players should conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner, loud or offensive language or behavior will not be tolerated, and guests must be accompanied by a resident of Seal Beach Leisure World.
Participants of recreational table tennis are highly encouraged to sign in daily. It shows the GRF that recreational table tennis is utilized by many. The club will have similar tournaments on the first Saturday of every month. During this gathering, the club will celebrate birthdays and have opportunities to socialize. Its goals are to model a healthy lifestyle while having fun. To meet these goals, the club offers free beginner lessons starting on Jan. 10 at 6 p.m.
For information about club activities, contact K.C. Park at 714-204-2848.
—K.C. Park
