Coaches

Yiming Yang (Ben) 杨一铭教练

USBA Certified Coach & Umpire
美国羽协持证教练及裁判员

Founder & Head Coach of Twin Tigers Badminton
双虎羽毛球俱乐部的创始人和总教练

Founder & President of Southern Asian Association of Badminton
南亚羽毛球协会创始人

Trained at Hangzhou Junior Badminton Academy & Zhejiang Province Badminton Team
受训于杭州少体校及浙江省队

M.S. Computer Science, B.S. Electronic Engineering

Awards:

2002 HOUSTON OPEN BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
1ST PLACE GOLD METAL, MEN’S SINGLE
2022 FRISCO BADMINTON TOURNAMENT IN DALLAS
3TH PLACE BROWN METAL, MEN’S DOUBLE
2022 HOUSTON OPEN BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
3TH PLACE BROWN METAL, MEN’S DOUBLE
2022 AUSTIN OPEN BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
3TH PLACE BROWN METAL, MEN’S DOUBLE SR.
2022 AUSTIN OPEN BADMINTON TOURNAMENT
3TH PLACE BROWN METAL, MIXED DOUBLE SR.

Business & Athletic Background

After getting his Electronic Engineering B.S. degree in China, he came to the University of Houston to pursue a degree in Computer Science.

Ben is a USBA certified badminton coach and umpire who has been coaching badminton since 2001 as a hobby for kids. Between 2002 and 2005, Ben was an elite badminton coach at Fonde Badminton Club.

Ben is one of the founders of the Southern Asian Association of Badminton, a non-profit organization that hosts badminton tournaments in the South Region.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Ben is the President of Twin Tigers Sports LLC, and he is responsible for making executive decisions regarding the direction of the business. He oversees all business operations, approves the design of all training programs, sets quality requirements, assists the head coach with recruiting qualified coaches, and provides assistance with training at the beginning stages.

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Coach Jason Liu 刘诗民教练

Education: Bachelor's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tuina (Chinese therapeutic massage), and Sports Injury Management

Certified Badminton Coach by Chinese State Sports General Administration
中国国家体育总局持证教练

USBA Certified Coach
美国羽协持证教练

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Coach Yen-Pang Wang 王彦邦

Education: PhD in Physical Education and Sports Science, National Taiwan Normal University

Career:
Assistant Professor in National Taiwan Normal University & TamKang University
Badminton Commentator for Taiwan Televisions for Olympics 2024, BWF World Tour 2023-2024

Over 10 years of coaching experience in the Badminton Teams at
• National Taiwan Normal University, Doubles Coach
• National Chiaotung University, Doubles Coach
• Chang Gung University, Doubles Coach
• National Taiwan Sports University, Doubles Coach
• Touliao Elementary Schol, New Taipei City, Head Coach

Professional License：
R.O.C. (Taiwan) Badminton Association--Group A Player
R.O.C. (Taiwan) Badminton Association--National Coach
R.O.C. (Taiwan) Badminton Association--Grade A Referee
R.O.C. (Taiwan) Paralympic Committee Badminton (A) Coach License
BWF LV.1 Coach Education
YMCA Healthy Lifestyle Principles
YMCA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning Instructor
YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise

Achievements：
2024 BWF XV Mexico Open MD Silver
2024 Dongshan Cup (China) Gold
2007 Asian Junior Taiwan National Team
2007 World Junior Taiwan National Team QF

Classes for beginners, intermediate, advanced players, and adult training are conducted through customized and fun games, allowing children to learn interpersonal interaction and teamwork, and to develop good character in addition to learning badminton skills. Adult classes are designed to break through years of stagnant skills through clear and professional explanations.

2024 Oct Mexico International Open MD 2nd Place

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Coach Cengizhan Bayrak (James)

B.S. in Physical Education, Ankara University Faculty of Sports Sciences, Physical Education Teaching

1. Badminton and Conditioning Coach at the Turkish Badminton Federation, Ankara
• August 2017 - August 2023
• Organized strength and performance training tailored to the needs of
national team athletes.
2. Coach at the Mars Athletic Club / Macfit, Ankara
• August 2018 - October 2023

Coach James has achieved nearly 40 national and international suc- cesses and hold around 50 international coaching certifications, reflecting my extensive knowledge and experience in the sport. He graduated with high honors from Ankara University's Faculty of Sports Sciences in 2021 and enriched my education through an Erasmus program in Warsaw, Poland.

He has served as a coach in the Badminton Federation, help- ing to train national team players, and volunteered in schools to identify and mentor talented athletes. Between 2016 and 2019, he partnered with Olympic badminton players, gaining valuable international competition experience. His passion for coaching and player development continues to drive his contributions to the sport.

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Coach Duy Huynh

Trained and played in Vietnam State Youth Team
双虎羽毛球俱乐部的教练, 受训于越南国家青年队

Over 4 years of coaching experience with various level of players including Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced

An exceptional badminton player with an impressive track record of achievements in local and regional tournaments. Duy has consistently demonstrated excellence on the court, earning numerous awards and accolades

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Coach Vinny Bhupatkar

BS -Business Administration Martin University Indianapolis, IN
BA - Psychology University of Mumbai Mumbai, India

Over 5 years of coaching experience with various level of players including Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced.

Coach Vinny is a dedicated and knowledgeable professional with a strong academic background in psychology and early childhood education. Her expertise allows her to understand the developmental and emotional needs of young athletes, fostering a supportive and motivating environment that nurtures both their athletic and personal growth. Known for her patience and ability to connect with players of all ages, Coach Vinny combines her passion for sports with a deep understanding of how to inspire and guide young minds toward success.

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Assistant Coach Serena Yang

An Accomplished Player and Aspiring Coach

Serena Yang has been passionately training under the guidance of her father, Coach Ben, since her pre-teen years.

Over the past 6 years, she has garnered numerous awards in local, regional，and national championships, establishing herself as a skilled and determined athlete, a role model to the juniors in the Twin Tigers Badminton Academy.

In 2023, Serena began assisting her father in coaching beginners, sharing her expertise and fostering a love for the sport in the next generation of players. Her dedication both on and off the court highlight her bright future as a leader in the badminton community.

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Associate Coaches:

Chunming Yap
Jimmy Leong
Aikshi Wong
Steven Ni
Mingqiao Shen
Will Li
Joseph Zhu
Ling Lin

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Coaches

Yiming Yang (Ben) 杨一铭教练

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Associate Coaches:

Chunming Yap

Jimmy Leong

Aikshi Wong

Steven Ni

Mingqiao Shen

Will Li

Joseph Zhu

Ling Lin

Character Building: Twin Tigers Badminton emphasizes the importance of character development and instilling core values such as: discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and perseverance. We aim to develop well-rounded individuals who can excel both on and off the court.

Long-Term Development: Twin Tigers Badminton aims to nurture player from a young age, providing a structured pathway for players to build solid fundamental skills, and progress from grassroots levels to elite and even professional levels.

Skill Development: Twin Tigers prioritizes the development technical skills such as footwork, racket techniques, shot accuracy, and tactical understanding of the game. We provide specialized and individualized coaching to enhance these skills and help players reach their full potential.

Competitive Exposure: Twin Tigers Badminton provide opportunities for players to participate in local, national, and international competitions. This exposure allows players to gain valuable experience, test their skills against different opponents, and develop a competitive mindset.