BAM rehiring local pair Kok Siang, Pei Tty for doubles set-up
KUALA LUMPUR: The BA of Malaysia (BAM) has turned to familiar local hands to strengthen its doubles coaching structure with the return of Teo Kok Siang and Wong Pei Tty.
The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has decided to bring back Teo Kok Siang and Wong Pei Tty for their doubles coaching roles. Both players were previously successful in their playing careers and will officially start their coaching duties on Tuesday. Kamal Rexy Mainaky, the national coaching director, confirmed that the appointments were already finalized and just awaiting official announcement.
Rexy emphasized that the new head coach for mixed doubles would be a local player, aligning with BAM's preference for giving local coaches priority. Teo Kok Siang, who spent five years coaching BAM's junior and senior doubles programmes before leaving in 2022, will work alongside the existing mixed doubles coaching team. Wong Pei Tty, a former world No. 1 and Olympic gold medalist, will return to the women's doubles department after previously holding a coaching position there.
BAM aims to strengthen its coaching structure and improve player development and international performance with these appointments.
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