Doing battle with the paddle

Photos by IRIS SMOOT/Acorn Newspapers

STILL GOT IT—Moe Shahkarami of Moorpark, above, returns a serve during the men's ping-pong singles tournament on the first day of the 2008 50-Plus Community Games Sept. 24 at the Simi Valley Senior Center. Simi resident Joe Cirocco, below, demonstrates a well-executed backhand. The friendly competition, which attracted 250 registrants, all 50 and older, continues into next week. It is sponsored by the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District.