Ping Pong Pandemonium Champion Interview

By staff writers, Christine Le and Kathy Dang

Our school has had such a busy week, but since International week has come to an end, Baron Banner had the time to catch up with the champion of the Ping Pong Pandemonium Tournament, a junior named Nolan Moder.

Baron Banner: How did you feel when you won the Ping Pong Pandemonium tournament?

Nolan Moder: I was a little surprised and excited because I didn\’t think I would beat Nam Pham, since he beats me almost every time in tennis.

BB: How was the competition?

NM: The players were very competitive. I almost lost during the second round.

BB: What did you receive for winning the tournament?

NM: I got a 25 dollar visa debit card and I\’m going to use it for a new paddle.

BB: How long have you been playing ping pong for?

NM: I\’ve been playing since I was nine years old, and I also took lessons for a year.

BB: What are your other interests or activities are you in outside of school?

NM: I\’m an eagle scout, and I did play on the junior varsity soccer team. I\’m also in cross country and varsity tennis.

BB: Did your tennis skills apply during the tournament?

NM: Yes, my tennis skills definitely did because the strokes are very similar between the two sports.

BB: Did you practice for the Ping Pong Pandemonium?

NM: I have a Ping Pong table at home and I practiced by playing with my brothers.

BB: It is rumored that there will be Dodgeball tournament; would you have any interest in entering?

NM: I\’m actually good at dodgeball too, so I am interested in joining the dodgeball tournament as well.

BB: Thank you so much for your time!

NM: You\’re welcome!