Kevin’s back in familiar waters to serve as coach


File photo of Kevin Yeap after winning the SEA Games gold last year.

IPOH: Swimmer Kevin Yeap has returned to his roots to serve as a coach.

The 29-year-old, who gave up competitive swimming after winning a SEA Games gold medal in Open water swimming in Kuala Lumpur last year, is the coach of the Perak swimming team – and he is showing the same level of dedication to make a mark.

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