United by Ping Pong, These Players Find Community in a New York Park | Short Film Showcase
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5 жыл бұрынA powerful look at how outdoor ping pong tables, set up in the heart of New York City, are welcoming players from all walks of life.
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In the middle of New York City, tucked away in the corner of Bryant Park, sit two outdoor ping pong tables where anyone is free to play. Young or old, rich or homeless, it doesn’t matter. During the day, the park provides paddles and balls, but after 7pm the regulars show up, armed with their own. Every night they come together to battle each other and the elements, playing in the wind, rain and even snow. And out of this shared love of the game, a bond was formed between an unlikely group of people. Filmmaker Jon Bunning profiles the many lives these tables have touched, including the gangbanger who helped put them there.
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United by Ping Pong, These Players Find Community in a New York Park | Short Film Showcase
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@NatGeo 5 жыл бұрын
Outdoor ping pong tables, set up in the heart of New York City, are welcoming players from all walks of life. To learn more, read on here: on.natgeo.com/2QfZA8h
@bridge4 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome mini doc. Halfway in, and this is great
@NewEnglandViews 5 жыл бұрын
Reminiscent of how folks come together in the inner-city basketball courts.
@AJXLP1 5 жыл бұрын
Music @ 5:15 , 8:49 ?
@1BurgerPlease 5 жыл бұрын
Incredible story!
@jaithevegan 5 жыл бұрын
National Geographic this was absolutely beautiful, thank you!
@ricardomijares3078 5 жыл бұрын
Nonchalant dude who paid for it doesn't tell anyone and still shows up to play. Respect.
@propelchakma2052 5 жыл бұрын
You go around youtube videos and finally glad that 16 mins of you life wasn't wasted. Nice one.
@morningbear3794 5 жыл бұрын
Propel chakma get outside walk along a road there is alot to see out there
@AdninKassim 5 жыл бұрын
yup...indeed....not wasting any second...respect to all of you...
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked it!!
@Chardonneh 4 жыл бұрын
Totally, smiled all the way through too. Needed to smile today...
@OgonoArtFamily 5 жыл бұрын
"If you change the way you think, you can change your behavior", POWERFUL.
@fredericphilippi8062 5 жыл бұрын
Ogono Art Family bro, your profile pic looks great!
@user-dt5oz8nl9b 9 ай бұрын
come from Cologne, Germany. I was in NY for a week and played ping pong here. It was great. The people are incredibly nice. I often think back to the games. May God protect them all.
@Jerome4277 5 жыл бұрын
Who knew a ping pong documentary would make me teary .
@davidbuddcmt 5 жыл бұрын
Evans Cheuka I was thinking the same thing. Who’s cutting onions!??
@Litazz81 5 жыл бұрын
Me too💜
@mgalarzasoto 5 жыл бұрын
Must be some kind of logarithm
@croz23ity30 5 жыл бұрын
Definition of Magic
@Afiso 5 жыл бұрын
If you think of all the hate, killing, greed, racism and big different between rich and poor. Yes i had some tears to see that some of us can still be one.
@safrigmius 5 жыл бұрын
This is a prime example of what America can be all over if people could just get along. So heartwarming and encouraging
@batman_2004 5 жыл бұрын
So true.
@FP19487 5 жыл бұрын
It already is that place. Few extremists doesn’t represent everyone.
@ApriliaRacer14 5 жыл бұрын
Alex Delikat It starts with turning off the tv, putting mobile phones and going outside.
@safrigmius 5 жыл бұрын
@@ApriliaRacer14 you're living in a fantasy world if you think everyone in America gets along like the folks in this video
@princessofnada87j25 5 жыл бұрын
Everyone super touched by this like it only happens there. Look around there is goodness and union.
@mugensamurai 5 жыл бұрын
It wasn't about the ping pong the whole time. It was actually a community.
@Red4350 5 жыл бұрын
yeah I agree but it was ping pong that introduced them to one another...there has to be some collective interest to make a community closer
@-boost- 5 жыл бұрын
when the guy said "if i didnt have this i wouldnt even know where to go" i felt that
@cattsmahal1005 5 жыл бұрын
“I change the way I think, therefore I change the way I behaved”. Wow! Great advise.
@Live-Life-Freely 5 жыл бұрын
You are not your thoughts.
@JR-ch8rt 5 жыл бұрын
"If you are so smart why can't you be happy"
@JoeARedHawk275 5 жыл бұрын
Juan Romero That’s basically saying “If you are so stupid, why can’t you be angry?” Sounds like it could be a good saying, until you read a second time
@JR-ch8rt 5 жыл бұрын
Says you? Joe A.
@Live-Life-Freely 5 жыл бұрын
tHE SMARTER YOU THINK YOU ARE THE LESS ENJOYABLE LIFE BECOME. yOU SEE HOW DUMB i AM i DON'T EVEN KNOW HOW TO USE CAPSLOCK PROPERLY.
@BD-zg7is 5 жыл бұрын
All it took was two ping pong tables to build such a wonderful community. Awesome stuff what a great video
@user-me8hy8ew4o 5 жыл бұрын
@@deenostar3367 Yeah right! But they won't be able to stop us. With our free minds we will change the world. We will have ping pong tables in every country available for everyone! The government will fear us.
@kchididdy 5 жыл бұрын
@@user-cp9id1mj8b No top government official cares nor thinks about a ping pong table at a park. Things like this tend to get shutdown by regular people like you and me -- people who don't believe in sharing experiences with one another and exploring the potential of humanity. It tends to be those who are for total free market capitalism, social darwinism, and harsh survival mentality that consistently put a damper on organic things like this. For example, if these tables were to be shutdown, it will be because someone goes to city hall and complains. They might come up with a bogus excuse that the officials cannot defend without spending a great deal of time and money. How many right wing wackos do you see at these ping pong tables?
@sirzebra 5 жыл бұрын
@D V You are sick indeed, but that sickness comes from you and you alone. You shoudl start refusing to be the slave of your own hatred before you spew such nonsense at others.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Yep you the simplest things can make a huge difference! glad you liked our film! Wally Green
@tanjaridder8277 5 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie, you killed it Nat Geo with this short. Great job.
@tippitytop Жыл бұрын
Truly
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
I so glad everyone loves our doc thank you guys really appreciate the love!! Next coming soon my doc about my ping pong diplomacy to North Korea!
@darkside-bf4jm 5 жыл бұрын
Respect to the guy who traded in his 6 guns for a ping pong paddle.
@martinendersby5330 5 жыл бұрын
I mean economically speaking that's a terrible deal hahaha
@user-mn7uw2li3i 5 жыл бұрын
But emotionally speaking it is a big step for a change.
@JR-ch8rt 5 жыл бұрын
And of course, outrageously speaking I just wanted to keep it going.
@mg6192 5 жыл бұрын
more like 1000 ping pong paddles
@antoniomargallo5317 5 жыл бұрын
If you believed that ... I've got a tower in Italy that I could sell to you. She's a little crocked but I think you'll love it.
@ALSPEHEIR 5 жыл бұрын
The 70+ yo grampa with a mean backhand is my favorite. That guy is pure anger towards that small ball lol
@mg659er 5 жыл бұрын
He will kick you 27 times in the face before you know what happens.
@genericdeveloper3966 5 жыл бұрын
If you think he is a ball buster wait till you meet his wife. BUH-ZING
@soldado23 5 жыл бұрын
I play just like him hahahahaha
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Hes a super funny guy too love him! Knew him for more than 10 years! Glad you liked our film ! thanx for the love!! WallY Green
@anakLA Жыл бұрын
I watch this video at least twice a year for years now...because I hope one day I can be a great story teller like you guys involved in this.
@cileft011 5 жыл бұрын
the parallels between the young guy... a former gangster turned ping pong pro... and the older guy who became homeless but ultimately found a job and a community with the ping pong players idk i found that connection very beautifully poetic
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked our film! Wally Green
@OverwhelMinGJing 5 жыл бұрын
I used to hangin out and chillinm in Byrant Park and I clearly remembered the Chinese guy Tony and other players! Big bless to all of you guys!
@CS..2 5 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful sentiment BICKDIGJAGUAR
@propane718 5 жыл бұрын
That name though lmao
@sozusagenMabaru 5 жыл бұрын
Dude if I would live in New York City, seeing this would make me go there like the next day.
@anakinskywalkerrr 5 жыл бұрын
Omg, I never thought it will be one of the best short films I ever watch. Really Awesome story, almost too good to be true.
@rastajuan7 5 жыл бұрын
Agree whit you, short but fully emotional.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Its very very true glad you liked it!! Wally Green
@howiez9790 5 жыл бұрын
This is so full of humanity. The simple fact that people come together to play ping pong at the beginning and then make connections and friends who change their lives forever is beautiful. Big cities might be exciting, but they sure are lonely at the same time. This tiny ping pong table and street park provide a sense of belonging for those who come and stay.
@TheTheliked Жыл бұрын
I rewatch this every time I need a reminder that we can be a great species if allowed
@maxtomie7252 Жыл бұрын
Spot on
@benrifkin1981 5 жыл бұрын
Went to NY on vacation 6 months ago and LOVED playing with Sergio. Great place. Much love from NC!!
@quadairsoft3160 5 жыл бұрын
Ben Rifkin really u played there
@funny-video-YouTube-channel 5 жыл бұрын
Looks like a group of people who found *purpose and social connection in the game.* Such things make life more fun !
@keenanburkepitts 5 жыл бұрын
Me: ping pong isn’t that interesting and I’m def not gonna cry. National Geographic: hold my beer.
@scum3112 5 жыл бұрын
Keenan Burke-Pitts hold my tissue box*
@arifigo1006 5 жыл бұрын
Im sure after this video there is many new yorkers come to this place to play ping pong. I hope the original member of this community didnt leave the community by the sudden many strangers come.
@plus315 5 жыл бұрын
Things are not like they used to be, for many of us.
@takeit1229 5 жыл бұрын
Doc's been out for a week, even if more people show up if they're not committed they'll leave soon after.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
The community of people you saw in the film is still at the park today! Glad you liked our film!
@realballersnab8661 3 жыл бұрын
Hope to get a game with you guys one day
@ipolzaki6314 5 жыл бұрын
Ping-pong brought me a lot closer to my Dad who i didn't grew up with. Love the story.
@JonathanSanchez-hh1ny 5 жыл бұрын
Good to hear that.. Keep it up..
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Wow that super kool! Thanx for the love! Wally Green
@javierabraham6855 5 жыл бұрын
Me: how can table tennis be emotional National Geographic: hold my history book
@3rdrockfromthesun23 5 жыл бұрын
Australia calling...brilliant. Love ping pong too, this is now on my bucket list, pilgrimage to New York City to play table tennis!!
@filip-kresimirsaric8975 5 жыл бұрын
Yup Croatia here, doubt ill ever be in nyc but if i will im gonna play on that table, my favourite is winner stays
@brandon_evs 5 жыл бұрын
Same here mate, I reckon it would be amazing to chat with these people :)
@knightfox1461 5 жыл бұрын
No. Leave the place alone and don't chase the homeless away by going there
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
when you are here hit me up! Glad you liked our film! Wally Green
@bhuumiinc316 4 жыл бұрын
In life when you give and not expect anything in return is absolutely beautiful!!!! Great to see guys just playing and having fun....
@89nekkoinu 5 жыл бұрын
this is beautiful. if only other city start to invest in community gathering like this
@FP19487 5 жыл бұрын
Would have been better if the neighbourhood itself does it, like this one. They know their own community.
@genericdeveloper3966 5 жыл бұрын
If people have savings they can invest themselves. Problem is most of us in America spend everything we earn on stuff
@Val-rq4xg 5 жыл бұрын
It’s a very hopeful video, so beautiful
@MrBluoct 5 жыл бұрын
Val val 🤙
@yongminkim6544 Жыл бұрын
Saw this once... then I found this gem again. So touching and heart warming!
@kachiko6874 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 13 years old now and a table tennis player. I want to play in the world competitions but now I watched this I think I want to play with these guys first. They were so kind and good.
@kachiko6874 Жыл бұрын
Hello 13 year old me! I just want to say that you just quit Table Tennis and having existential crisis.
@elven6148 5 жыл бұрын
My dad plays there quite often, it's free and quite chill. Interesting to see it covered on NatGeo!
@engr.nnoromokechukwuchukwu7369 5 жыл бұрын
pls tell ur dad that he has showed me something n i cnt ever forget in maintaining that table community...always go there and snap him and the rest of the family some photograph n share with me...God bless you
@jesntamayo 5 жыл бұрын
Well done National Geographic! Thank you for this short documentary I am able to see people with different nationalities and backgrounds gather together for sports. I almost cried.
@Red4350 5 жыл бұрын
i cried or teared up w.e its' called
@MARTYMEINEKE53 5 жыл бұрын
Being from New York this is the best video yet. It explains how no matter the color of our skin or what we believe, we can always find common ground. Respect to everyone.
@joedwyer2313 2 ай бұрын
This made me so happy I cried. I love the nice people and the jazz music! This gives us hope for humanity and peace.
@anneargo-davies692 5 жыл бұрын
This is the definition of what USA is, people from different places in life, with a common goal, not realizing that they have made the world a better place. Much love and respect.
@oguztokur3673 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah and destroying countries for oil.and bullying others with no oil for just fun
@TheChenchen 5 жыл бұрын
You sure it ain't lie cheat and steal?
@optimusprime5446 5 жыл бұрын
Oğuz Tokur He was talking about the *people* of the US
@littlegothgirl8869 5 жыл бұрын
@@optimusprime5446 to be fair the post does say "the definition of the USA". That would comprise of more than just it's citizens and people have different definitions of what the USA represents.
@littlegothgirl8869 5 жыл бұрын
This idea of a melting pot of people within communities that can come together and embrace each other is what many Americans grew up with and hold dear. To burst that idealistic bubble though, the US can only improve if we fix certain things within our country and in terms of foreign relations as well. I'm glad that they can use this space as a safe place to get away from all of that. Communities like these are the real heart of America.
@milkpickle123 5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved watching this. Their relationships reminded me of the relationships I had while serving in the military...we were all different but we were family. I have yet to find those types of bonds since being out of the military.
@equinoxgamer6900 5 жыл бұрын
@meaturama You are seriously messed up -_-
@jalalkphilosophy 5 жыл бұрын
@meaturama They drop one bomb every twelve minutes and are waging war against 76 countries. From 2003, 70,000 bombs were dropped by a single President. The President after that dropped a 100,000 bombs and Trump dropped 44, 000 in his first year. That's 120 a day 1 every twelve minutes... "Military!"
@HeROsiNhEaVeN 5 жыл бұрын
A place where people put there pride, ego’s and opinions aside, where everyone’s equal and can enjoy life together.....🙏🏻
@bryb1161 5 жыл бұрын
This short film was gr8! Gregore was so honest, positive, hopeful.. I really appreciate him..
@M4tchStickGirl 5 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful. I grew up in NYC and still live here and never noticed this place!
@himanshuherma9543 5 жыл бұрын
world really needs this type of gatherings to bring back peoples from virtual world of internet to real one ✌🤘 Good vibes 😊
@sexyaki704 5 жыл бұрын
So truly said. I agree 100%
@modernmogli230 5 жыл бұрын
Yes specially kids
@sickoset 2 жыл бұрын
I come back to this video every year out of love for these people and ping pong.
@DraganTKD 5 жыл бұрын
Found this place by pure accident when I was in NYC 7 yrs ago. This video put a smile on my face. Such a wonderful positive and real place.
@blueice472 5 жыл бұрын
Another news about united by pingpong. Before this, North and South Korea pingpong player unite to be one team because of this sport too. What a great sport
@youtubelove826 5 жыл бұрын
This was absolutely beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for connecting me to them!
@FOXofOJAI 5 жыл бұрын
I've never seen anything like this in a sport. Absolutely incredible. The sense of community and the fulfillment it can provide for these individuals is SO moving. And to think that it's ping pong... You would never have guessed. Truly amazing. I've never been to New York City, but this alone gives me good reason to pay a visit.
@AEGM935i 5 жыл бұрын
I don't know how people can dislike this video is it's just people having fun and being happy.
@engr.nnoromokechukwuchukwu7369 5 жыл бұрын
this is what life is suposed to be....ireeespective of our background ..ethnicity..religion.....colour...we r all meant to love one another...
@vgree 5 жыл бұрын
Just another reason I love New York. I mean come on this is incredible. I’ve been living here for 3 years and not once have I seen this but I’m seriously about to go to Bryant Park tomorrow.
@BaljeetSingh-qo6dq 5 жыл бұрын
Vincent Greene did you go? How was it? Share your experience
@FATsionpie 5 жыл бұрын
there's nothing I love more than Grassroots sports, whether its a video game or traditional sports. the passion found in grassroots is unparalleled, these people love this game, not for money, or for fame.
@princecharming5863 5 жыл бұрын
The way the old dude hits the ball so hard makes me smile so much
@jasonislv823 5 жыл бұрын
Where sports is the best tool to unite people from all backgrounds and everyone can put aside their troubles in life and have some real good fun. That beauty of sports.
@norpriest521 5 жыл бұрын
Humans just underestimate themselves all the time. There are 1000 easier ways to unite with each other. We just don't break the ice
@marencruickshank 5 жыл бұрын
How can we unite?
@amyamy2240 5 жыл бұрын
That's one of my biggest problems. It gets worse if I try to search out and I'm shut out.
@jasonsteves734 5 жыл бұрын
@@amyamy2240 what do u mean mean
@deistormmods 5 жыл бұрын
@@marencruickshank Just talk to people. However humans nowadays have a humility problem.
@jackorange1882 5 жыл бұрын
@@marencruickshank By killing off all the racist people in the world. Thats the only way
@rokkin3918 5 жыл бұрын
Unexpectantly incredibly touching. What a great video/showcase!
@abuamina8950 5 жыл бұрын
Really beautiful community, this is a good example of how sports bring people together
@shafeeqahj6955 5 жыл бұрын
This was truly so heartwarming to watch. Thank you for this 💜
@NatGeo 5 жыл бұрын
We're happy you enjoyed watching! If you'd like to learn more, read on here: on.natgeo.com/2QfZA8h
@DannySims 5 жыл бұрын
This video reinforces two of my strongest beliefs: 1) big cities are great. The greater the size and density, the more likely these niche communities will form. 2) no matter what you like, go find your community. And, if it doesn't exist where you are, build it.
@linearmemories 4 жыл бұрын
Danny Simard What you don't exactly see here is the reality of having that big of a community with only two tables. People will wait hours without getting a game in. This is a big problem in NYC in many niche communities.
@rickburrowes 2 жыл бұрын
@@linearmemories solution....more tables...
@tinjazhang4099 5 жыл бұрын
Really happy seeing these people happy and enjoyable and get their peaceful time. Really really cheerful.
@FrostElite0101 5 жыл бұрын
I swear this video is the complete opposite of click bait, what a hidden gem of a mini documentary
@tsully2874 5 жыл бұрын
This made me cry...table tennis made me cry.
@ilikeyoutube3142 5 жыл бұрын
Simply put....WELL DONE!! This is what life should be about. Imagine how two relative inexpensive ping pong tables created a robust community of people. And they genuinely care and love each other. Loved this short film. Would give it a million thumbs up if I could.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
So glad you liked our film! Wally Green
@petertobey603 5 жыл бұрын
I would have never thought that ping pong is another way to look at life. Opening another door to look at your self. Thank you.
@juandavidfigueroa2897 5 жыл бұрын
I see these people all of the time, I’ve read their stories with my eyes. They are THE BEST people in the city because they are true to who they are.
@shanefiddle 5 жыл бұрын
Wow. Just wow. Thank you Jon Bunning and National Geographic for putting quality films like this up for free on the internet - it makes it a better place.
@juliooliveira7241 5 жыл бұрын
I really loved this! always very interesting to get a check on somebody else's life. this is real journalism
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much glad you liked it!! Wally Green
@madbeast15 5 жыл бұрын
This community is all about being in the moment. They out there living, no phones in their hands, chatting away, enjoying each other's company. That's what life's really about.
@iFumoffu 5 жыл бұрын
Sport, competition can be a form of enjoyment and betterment for us all. To some extent it drives us and unites us. This is beautiful.
@ibrahimsky 5 жыл бұрын
Easily the most amazing video on KZfaq! Beautiful! Thanks for the upload
@euipaik1102 5 жыл бұрын
It feels like a small beautiful world People have fun together Some care for each other It’s funny how such small things can bring people together like that
@capo75capo68 5 жыл бұрын
Brought tears to my eyes. Sports bring people together
@jacksonshembekar2691 5 жыл бұрын
I visit New York City every year for thanksgiving and I always stop by and play with these same people who are consistently there every day every year. It’s truly amazing
@Litazz81 5 жыл бұрын
I love it when I see different people of all kinds get together and enjoy something they all like. It's just amazing. This is what we all need. Warms my heart and brings a smile to my face. Love this video, thank you!!
@karmacanquints4222 5 жыл бұрын
Kudos to the guy who put those tables on there. The outcome is great. God bless ya brother.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Thanx for the love really appreciate it! Wally Green
@thegreatone9022 5 жыл бұрын
It's great to see that guy take what was given to him and then give back to the community.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the love! appreciate it! Wally Green
@ShawnLH88 5 жыл бұрын
bringing all walks of life together...nobody is above or below someone else...true sport :)
@mcf5170 5 жыл бұрын
Wow it is just a matter of kind act towards others that could change anything in a good way! Awesome! I never stop believing that everybody have this soft spot of love in thier hearts! Praise be all to God! Much love fr. Philippines 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@fukutaichou1903 5 жыл бұрын
Omg i pray i get to visit this place and just watch and talk to these people. So much life and story in this video, and theyre all united by a game. Thoroughly warmed my heart. Bless them.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
When youre in Town let me know! Glad you liked our film! Wally Green
@tiduat12 2 жыл бұрын
The power of sport. Playing table tennis in Bryant Park is on my bucket list now for whenever I visit NYC!
@nanakwadwo9906 5 жыл бұрын
First time I smiled through a whole documentary ❤️. This video is starkly heartwarming
@pchu2904 5 жыл бұрын
I believe you belong to a place when you find comfort. You know how all of us have this human need to "fit in". It's practically an instinct to search for somewhere you belong.
@christopherconcept926 5 жыл бұрын
Just beautiful. Rare glimpse of humanity at its greatest.
@VinceCheong 5 жыл бұрын
KZfaq algorithm being weird, coming from a playlist full of camera gears, games, Minecraft, cruise vlogs, and then a wild ping pong short film docu from NatGeo... never been happier in my Life to have watched something touching!
@destroyerthethird2391 5 жыл бұрын
When he said I have nowhere to go I couldn't help but tear up
@rundoetx 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. This is definitely an award winner. Nice feel good piece. Thanks for posting.
@murphymurph8282 5 жыл бұрын
This video brings up good memories of my childhood. I used to train hard for the whole summer as a child and laugh a lot with friends. Now I'm just an adult dealing with day-to-day life and doing some fitness during free time.
@dizzak101 5 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most uplifting and beautiful documentaries I've seen on youtube. Thank you for sharing their story.
@2YLITE22 5 жыл бұрын
You're a good guy Jon Bunning. I aspire to tell stories like this. Thank you for what you do!
@donutj97 5 жыл бұрын
Goosebumps alert In Malaysia we don't have that much ping pong lovers everywhere, and the population is getting lower and lower. I used to join a ping pong club during highschool, even though I have tough time in the club, I never left for it. I simply enjoy the moment being in the club. I get a chance to join the school team as substitute and even though I wasn't that good(skills) compared to my fellow teammates, I must say I enjoyed the most and I had the best moments in my life. At my state we used to have a stadium with alot of facilities of sports which of course included ping pong tables. But right after a huge renovation and maintenance project, the state government decided to remove ping pong sections. The first day the stadium was reopened I was there to support, but I sadly found out that my favourite sport is now eliminated. Realising this tragedy, I burst into tears. Such a great game, but not appreciated. And therefore gone. I really hope someone could bring it back to everyone Or should I be the one who try to bring it back to anyone.
@idontthinkso2431 5 жыл бұрын
In Indonesia, we usually have one or more table in our office building. Especially in government office.
@ahchoen 5 жыл бұрын
which stadium?
@donutj97 5 жыл бұрын
@@ahchoen Stadium Azlan Shah
@johnyepthomi892 5 жыл бұрын
I just love Ping Pong. As a kid we played with slippers as the paddle with the ping pong balls we collected from when our seniors was lazy to collect it after they performed a ping pong smash and we had a lot of fun. Will always remember that. Ping pong is therapeutic to me.
@izzyleicanut9190 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching this over and over again. Such a heartwarming tale. Great job NatGeo
@jlt606 5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely loved this why can't they make this a show I felt so connected to all the players stories and would love to see a tournament.
@Red4350 5 жыл бұрын
imagine an anime lmao
@jlt606 5 жыл бұрын
@@Red4350 mind blown!
@vanragames 5 жыл бұрын
And it all started with a guy who paid 20 bucks for company Edit: Wooo never got this many likes in my life. Thanks guys! Also pay it forward, you never know what small deeds might lead to bigger things down the line
@superemzone 5 жыл бұрын
Dude owned a school for atheletes. Maybe he wanted company but also saw potential in changing somone's life through sport.
@vanragames 5 жыл бұрын
@@superemzone Very true!
@malvin9250 5 жыл бұрын
true i think the 20 bucks made him a pro ping pong player but the park with the tables was not from him i i think
@Dracula737 5 жыл бұрын
@@malvin92508:03 he is. or at least, his company is
@bongiblox4593 4 жыл бұрын
500th like
@hildegrade777 5 жыл бұрын
The love of ping pong created genuine bonds of friendship. I wish them many years together.
@BigTroubleD 5 жыл бұрын
This was beautiful. The guy behind the tables has an amazing life story.
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
Thanx so much for the love! Really appreciate it! Wally Green
@BigTroubleD 5 жыл бұрын
Wally Green you’re an awesome human being. Your actions have greatly inspired me
@wallygreennyc 5 жыл бұрын
thanx so much im honored!@@BigTroubleD
@projectconsultant7174 5 жыл бұрын
@National Geographic: You guys nailed it. This was awesome, freaking awesome. Loved it. Thanks for introducing this beautiful community to the world.
@Linuxfy 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks you National Geography for such beautiful video. Faith in humanity is restore
@fenrir6809 5 жыл бұрын
It is indeed a good feeling to find a community where you belong to.
@Methodman88 5 жыл бұрын
It's amazing to see the different types of activities that bring people together, ping pong is no exception.
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