Shigang “Alex” Yang boasts a distinguished presence in the global table tennis community. Representing China, he claimed victory at the World University Table Tennis Championships in 1998, a testament to his prodigious talent. Later, transitioning from a top-tier player to a transformative coach, Alex served as the head coach for the U.S. Junior Boys’ team from 2010 to 2016. Under his astute guidance, the team clinched numerous titles in international tournaments, reflecting his adept coaching acumen.
In 2009, Alex founded the Atlanta International Table Tennis Academy and has since been its driving force as the owner and head coach. The academy’s track record is nothing short of exceptional. It has been the nurturing ground for 10 U.S. Cadet, Junior, and Adult National Team players. Moreover, two Olympians, Yijun Feng and Jeremy Hazin, stand as a testament to the academy’s impeccable training standards.
With his illustrious athletic achievements and 16 years of rich coaching experience spanning training and competitions, Alex’s deep-rooted passion and expertise position him as a leading figure in the table tennis world.