Edward Lee Frye

Edward Lee Frye - Pasig

For more than 30 years this club may have changed names but the passion to train the youth and the fruits of its creator has definitely made its mark in table tennis society. I can't be happier to see these young kids training and enjoying at the same time.

I left home to visit Coach German Tuazon to drop by some stuff in San Juaquin Pasig. It never stops to amaze me to see that after almost a decade when I had my training sessions with Coach German that the same intensity and enthusiasm with the sport still burns in this place.

These new breed of young athletes will find their way to the top guided by the new generation of Trainers and Coaches - Gerald Tuazon, Michael Gan and Doc Jerome. It's now our time to return the favor and teach these children to reach their dream.

The wall design is Gabel Tuazon's artwork. I have always admired the Tuazon families inclination to sports, art and Music. I mentioned music because this club has more to offer than table tennis. Just beside the playing area is a studio for rent. No wonder its always star studded every during ELF Christmas Parties.

Playing makes them look good isn't it?

The "Pila System" as they call it has its advantages. For players this young and with the long wait for your turn you have to be pretty sure you are in full focus to maximize your time on the table.

Future champion. Son of Coach/Trainer Gerald Tuazon - Gian. You will know more about him on the next article.

The new face of Pasig table tennis. Will talk more about ELF history on my next visit and hopefully get to interview the man behind these trophies - Coach German Tuazon.

Hundreds of Table tennis athletes has trained within these walls, located just below San Juaquin bridge. Has helped even a hundred more finish their studies and lived their dreams by doing what they love most - play table tennis.

Hang on and join me re-live the memories and discover the secret behind the success and the enduring passion to develop champion athletes under the roof of Edward Lee Frye Table Tennis Club!

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