table tennis paddle

Paddle used to strike the ball; paddles come in a variety of shapes, sizes and weights.

handle

Elongated part that the player grips to control the paddle.

face

Rubber-covered surface used to strike the ball; the paddle has one red and one black face.

blade

Hard flat portion containing at least 85% natural wood.

covering

Layer of rubber no more than .25 in thick that covers the faces of the blade.

table tennis ball

Ball made of celluloid or similar material; it is 1.6 in in circumference and weighs 0.09 oz.