Coaching Director Wong Tat Meng to Part Ways with Lee Zii Jia at the End of 2024
A New Chapter Ahead for the World No 8 Player
Coaching director Wong Tat Meng will be parting ways with national professional men’s singles player Lee Zii Jia at the end of this year. Zii Jia’s camp, Team LZJ, has accepted Wong’s decision to move on and expressed gratitude for his hard work, dedication, and guidance throughout his tenure.
A Key Figure in Lee Zii Jia’s Rise to Success
Wong has played a crucial role in helping Zii Jia return to the world’s top 10, win titles, and secure the bronze medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics. “Coach Tat Meng will continue to serve with Team LZJ until his contract formally ends on Dec 31, 2024, and is now preparing Zii Jia for the upcoming BWF World Tour Finals,” the team said in a statement.
A Successor to Be Appointed in Due Course
Team LZJ has announced that a successor to Wong will be appointed in due course as preparations are made for the 2025 season and the next Olympic cycle.
A Look Back at Wong’s Coaching Career
Wong became Zii Jia’s coach in May 2023, replacing Indonesian coach Indra Wijaya who left due to the 26-year-old’s desire to explore new coaching approaches. Prior to joining Zii Jia, Wong had a successful coaching career, having previously worked with the Hong Kong and South Korean national badminton teams.
Stints with Badminton Association of Malaysia
Wong also had two stints with the Badminton Association of Malaysia, where he served as coach for both the men’s and women’s singles teams from 2003 to 2011 and from 2013 to 2016.
Conclusion
Wong Tat Meng’s departure marks a new chapter in Lee Zii Jia’s career, and the team is expected to announce a new coach in due course. With Wong’s guidance, Zii Jia has achieved significant success, and it will be interesting to see how the team fares in the future.
FAQs
* When does Wong Tat Meng’s contract with Lee Zii Jia end?
+ December 31, 2024
* Who will replace Wong Tat Meng as Zii Jia’s coach?
+ A successor will be appointed in due course
* What are the team’s plans for the 2025 season and the next Olympic cycle?
+ Preparations are underway, and a new coach will be appointed to lead the team