Observation

This question was attempted by many candidates and their performance was good. Candidates skillfully executed smash from one side of the table tennis, bounced the ball on the table such that the ball rose high enough.
However, the expected answers are as follows:

Activity 7: Smashing in Table Tennis

Procedure: The purpose is to smash the ball into areas where it will be difficult to retrieve by the opponent. Using the two sides of the table tennis table, the candidate is allowed to
bounce the ball on the table such that the ball bounces rise high enough for a smash. Use the scale of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 to rate the candidate performance in the grip, stance and execution.

Process Evaluation Rating Scale

All performance will be judged according to the following rubrics:
Grip
(I)        held at the handle
(II)       firmly held
(III)      adopt a comfortable type of grip
(IV)     wrist is relaxed

Stance
(I)        assume astride position
(II)       stand close to the table
(III)      knee slightly bent
(IV)     lean forward slightly
(V)      face the table

Execution
(I)        eyes on ball
(II)       hit forward and fast
(III)      hit the ball at the peak of its height
(IV)     hit the ball hard
(V)      hit downward

Product Evaluation
The purpose is to measure the ability to smash accurately into the opponent side of the table.

Specification

Each smash attempted is scored 1 point if the ball lands in the opponent’s side of the table. Five trials are allowed and scored. The best three trials are recorded.

Scoring Sheet for Product Evaluation

Final score for smash in Table Tennis