Our Mission
Sand Smash is the number 1 table tennis blog in the Middle East. Our main purpose is to advocate for table tennis in a region where the sport is played everywhere – even in the streets – yet many people don't consider it a real sport.
They undermine table tennis and don't appreciate the tremendous effort and hard work that players put into mastering this demanding sport. Sand Smash aims to change that perception completely.
We believe table tennis is an exhilarating sport that deserves more recognition, respect, and support.
Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by these fundamental principles
Advocacy
Fighting for recognition and respect for table tennis players across the Middle East
Passion
Driven by genuine love for the sport and commitment to its growth in our region
Community
Building a thriving network of players, fans, and supporters throughout the Middle East
Excellence
Promoting the highest standards in play, coverage, and representation of the sport
Our Visual Identity
Wood
Representing our foundation, heritage, and the natural warmth of the racket's blade
Red
Symbolizing passion, energy, and the fierce competitive spirit of our players
Black
Representing precision, professionalism, and the technical mastery required
Sand Smash uses the authentic colors of a table tennis racket in our branding. These colors connect us directly to the sport we love and advocate for, creating a visual identity that's both meaningful and instantly recognizable to players and fans alike.
Meet Nasraldeen
I am a table tennis player in Saudi Arabia, competing for Al-Ettifaq. Born and raised in Saudi Arabia with Egyptian heritage, I've experienced firsthand the challenges that table tennis players face in our region.
Growing up, people constantly criticized my sport, dismissing table tennis as "not a real sport." This persistent negativity inspired me to start Sand Smash – to advocate for table tennis in the Middle East and create the thriving community our sport deserves.
My Journey Timeline
Even though I started relatively late, the sport captivates me completely. The adrenaline rush during fast, spinny rallies is incomparable to anything else I've experienced.
This feeling – this pure joy and excitement – is why I play table tennis and why I'm determined to share its magic with the world.