Coaching Director of Team LZJ to Leave at End of Contract
Kuala Lumpur, December 6
Lee Zii Jia’s Team LZJ has confirmed that coaching director Wong Tat Meng will be leaving the professional team when his contract ends on December 31, 2024.
Preparations Underway for Successor
In a statement today, Team LZJ said Tat Meng will serve the team until the end of his contract and is now preparing Zii Jia for the upcoming Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Finals. The team is also preparing for the start of the 2025 season, keeping the next Olympic cycle in mind.
Tat Meng’s Impact on the Team
Since joining in July 2023, coach Tat Meng has been instrumental in guiding Zii Jia back into the world’s top 10, winning titles and bringing home an Olympic bronze medal from Paris 2024. "We thank Tat Meng for his hard work, dedication, and, most importantly, his wisdom and guidance throughout his time with Team LZJ," the statement said.
Successor to be Appointed
Team LZJ will appoint a successor to Tat Meng, with an announcement to be made in due course. The team is committed to ensuring a seamless transition and maintaining its competitive edge.
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FAQs
Q: When does coach Wong Tat Meng leave Team LZJ?
A: Coach Tat Meng will leave the team at the end of his contract on December 31, 2024.
Q: What is Team LZJ’s plan for the start of the 2025 season?
A: The team is preparing for the start of the 2025 season, keeping the next Olympic cycle in mind.
Q: Who will be the successor to coach Tat Meng?
A: The team will appoint a successor to Tat Meng, with an announcement to be made in due course.