The STIGA Sandy ping pong paddle is USATT approved and made from tough materials for recreational play that will keep your family playing for years. Created for beginners looking to build their table tennis skills, the durable Sandy combines a sandpaper blade surface, a straight handle, and 5-ply blade for slower pace with less spin—an ideal table tennis racket for recreational play. Performance ratings of Speed: 26, Spin: 36, and Control: 36.