Kendra Pettengill
Last Saturday, I took my usual stroll around the lake at Ford's Pond Park, soaking in the fresh air and the satisfaction of a good walk. But the real highlight? Stumbling upon a full-on family ping pong showdown at one of our concrete tables! Yes, folks, the ping pong table we installed at Ford's Pond was the star of the show, hosting a three-generation smackdown that had me grinning from ear to ear.
Picture this: a lively family, spanning kids to grandparents, gathered around the table, paddles in hand, ready to battle. The star of the day? Grandpa, who was serving up some serious swagger (and a few sneaky spins) in a match against his wife. The man was on fire—or maybe it was just the wind, which he cheekily admitted was his secret weapon. “She usually wipes the floor with me,” he confessed with a twinkle in his eye, “but today, the breeze is my MVP!”
The wind would swoop in, giving his shots an extra bit of chaos, and poor Grandma was left chasing rogue balls while Grandpa gloated. The kids and grandkids were doubled over laughing, cheering him on as he milked his rare victory for all it was worth. The joy was infectious—every missed shot, every exaggerated victory pose, every giggle from the sidelines lit up the park like a summer fireworks show.
Seeing our table bring this family together for such a hilarious, heartwarming moment was nothing short of magical. It’s why we do what we do creating spaces where communities can connect, compete, and crack up over a good ol’ game of ping pong. Whether it’s a windy win for Grandpa or a fierce family tournament, these tables are more than just concrete and net. They’re memory-makers, laugh-inducers, and maybe, just maybe, the key to Grandpa’s one-day reign as ping pong king.
Here’s to more rallies, more rivalries, and more wind-assisted wins at Ford’s Pond! Have you had a memorable moment at one of our tables? Drop by and share your story—we’d love to hear it!
A Concrete Table Tennis Sunset!
