PETALING JAYA: Wong Choong Hann (pic) has joined the Hong Kong national team as its new men's singles coach.
Choong Hann, who resigned from his position as Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) singles coaching director last month, has replaced Wong Tat Meng in Hong Kong.
Tat Meng resigned from his position last month to become independent shuttler Lee Zii Jia's coach.
Meanwhile, BAM are still searching for a suitable replacement for Choong Hann.
Choong Hann is excited to start his new journey in Hong Kong.
“It will be my first coaching stint outside of Malaysia and I’m looking forward to it, “ said Choong Hann, who is expected to start next week.
“I’ve the experience of coaching in Malaysia for more than four years, it will help me as I guide the singles players in Hong Kong.
“Hong Kong approached me as soon as they heard that I’ve resigned here. I’m glad to start a new journey with them.
