TABLE TENNIS
TABLE TENNIS GENERAL INFO Eligible Impairment: Physical/Intellectual TOURNAMENT RULES The regulations of the standing event for the intellectual and physically impaired players are the same as that of regular table tennis. Each game consists of 11 points. If both players score 10 points each, a deuce is called and the player who scores two points in succession wins. SPORT CLASSES Physical Impairment Intellectual Impairment Individual Class 1 Individual Class 2 Individual Class 3 Individual Class 4 Individual Class 5 Individual Class 6 Individual Class 7 Individual Class 8 Individual Class 9 Individual Class 10 Individual Class 11 Players have no sitting balance Players have a severely affected playing arm Players have no sitting balance Players playing arm is less affected than TT 1 Players have no trunk control Players arms are minimally affected Players have fair sitting balance Players have fully functional arm and hand Players have normal sitting balance Players have fully functional arm and hand Players have severe impairment in both arms and legs and some may handle the racket with mouth Players have less severe impairment than TT6 Players have moderate impairment of legs or playing arm (i.e. stiffness of both knees) Players have mild impairment of legs or playing arm (i.e. stiff knee) Players have minimal impairment (i.e. stiff ankle or wrist) or short stature Players have intellectual disability
TABLE TENNIS COACHES & OFFICIALS Pang Kia Moh Kevin Team Manager Kim May Yong Patricia Coach/Assistant Team Manager Chia Chong Boon Coach Tan Wu Chyuan Coach Chen Jian Er Coach
Cham Lee Choon Markus DOB: 30/7/1967 HEIGHT: 167 cm WEIGHT: 72 kg It all started off as a form of exercise. My passion grew and I started playing competitively. Being able to represent the country gives me the opportunity to play against and learn from many international players. 2015 PTT Thailand Open, Men s Singles (Class 5) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 5) Gold 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 5) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 5) Men s Doubles (Class 4 5) Men s Team (Class 4 5) NCS Pte Ltd Polio
Chee Weng Fai Jason DOB: 26/1/1983 HEIGHT: 97 cm WEIGHT: 55 kg I was a school team paddler since primary school. Despite my condition, my passion for the game has not changed a little. I always believe in making the best out of what I have. On a side note, I used to be a left hander. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 2) Bronze 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 1 2) Gold 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 3) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 2) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) MINDEF (Republic of Singapore Navy) Triple Amputee
Chua Hsiang Lim Darren DOB: 11/5/1976 HEIGHT: 180 cm WEIGHT: 60 kg I wanted to show others that we are just as capable and that is the main reason why I took up table tennis. In fact, I was presented with the 2011 Young Outstanding Singaporean Award. I hope to make real contribution to society. One goal I have in mind is setting up a foundation that helps economically disadvantaged to study to the level that they are capable of. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 2) 5th 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 3) Bronze 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 3) Bronze Self Employed Men s Singles (Class 3) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 3) Stroke
Gan Zhi Hao Harrison DOB: 4/3/1992 HEIGHT: 170 cm WEIGHT: 64 kg DEBUTANT I first took up table tennis in secondary school because I did not make it to the basketball team. It was a blessing in disguise and I have never looked back since. I want to give my best for the country and hopefully make it to the Paralympics someday. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 10) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles and Doubles (Class 7 10) Gold 2015 Unified Table Tennis Tourney, Men s Singles (Class 8 10) Bronze 2014 9th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 7 10) Gold Singapore Institute of Management Men s Singles (Class 10) Men s Doubles (Class 9 10) Men s Team (Class 9 10) Deformed Right Foot
Goh Chor Choo Linda DOB: 7/10/1953 HEIGHT: 147 cm WEIGHT: 48 kg DEBUTANT Table tennis allows me to stay active in both my mind and body. If I am not an athlete, I will like to be an educator to pass on my knowledge to others. I will usually have a simple prayer to calm myself before a game. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Women s Singles (Class 7 10) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Women s Singles (Class 10) Gold Women s Singles (Class 10) Nativity Church Kindergarten Kyphoscoliosis Of Thoracic Spine
Haminudin BIN Hassan DOB: 21/1/1960 HEIGHT: 170 cm WEIGHT: 65 kg My elder brother inspired me to play table tennis when I was young. It became my lifelong passion. When I return home from overseas training or competition, my wife would cook my favourite dishes for me. I would say she is my most ardent supporter and I could not have come this far without her. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 5) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 5) Silver 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 5) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 5) Men s Doubles (Class 4 5) Men s Team (Class 4 5) Plasmotech Pte Ltd Polio
Koh Kin Yong Victor DOB: 31/1/1950 HEIGHT: 157 cm WEIGHT: 63 kg It is the greatest privilege to don the national colours and do my part for the country. With the great support that I receive from my coach, manager, volunteers and fellow countrymen, I hope to fly Singapore s flag high at the competition. 2015 PTT Thailand Open, Men s Singles (Class 9) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 6 10) Bronze 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 9) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 9) Men s Doubles (Class 9 10) Men s Team (Class 9 10) Handicaps Welfare Association Polio
Lee Kim Puek Jeffrey DOB: 12/9/1956 HEIGHT: 165 cm WEIGHT: 66 kg I started playing table tennis as a hobby. My love for the game has grown since then and things turned competitive. Besides representing the country in what I love, I also hope to spread this passion to the youth and impart my skills to them. 2015 PTT Thailand Open, Men s Singles (Class 9) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 6 10) Bronze 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 9) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 9) Men s Doubles (Class 9 10) Men s Team (Class 9 10) Sin Tien Seng Pte Ltd Polio
Lim Jia Xuan Evelyn DOB: 7/11/2000 HEIGHT: 159 cm WEIGHT: 54 kg DEBUTANT I picked up table tennis because it is fun and it helps to widen my social circle. I am thankful for the opportunity to represent my country. I can also often be seen around Singapore Sports Hub because that s where I train and I love hanging out at the mall. 2015 10th National Disability League, Girls U17 Doubles (Class 11) Gold Women s Singles (Class 11) Tanglin School Intellectual Impairment
Lim Min Chieh Stanley DOB: 3/11/1977 HEIGHT: 181 cm WEIGHT: 62 kg Table tennis is more than just a physical game. It challenges your mind as there are many different strategies and styles of play. Besides table tennis, I also love to draw and paint. I love to hang out at the museum which appeals to my aesthetic nature. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 1) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 1 2) Silver Men s Singles (Class 1) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) Tetra
Muhammad Dinie Asyraf BIN HUZAINI DOB: 20/11/1989 HEIGHT: 179 cm WEIGHT: 53 kg DEBUTANT Playing table tennis is my way of living a healthy lifestyle. Being able to represent my country is an added incentive and honour. It will be heartwarming to see Singaporeans coming together to support us. Sports can really bond a nation together! 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 3) Silver Men s Singles (Class 3) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 3) Spinal Injury
Mu Yuguang DOB: 10/10/1969 HEIGHT: 167 cm WEIGHT: 67 kg I picked up table tennis since I was a kid. I love the sport because it gives a rhythm which adds melody to my life. With personal glory aside, I hope to raise the profile of disability sports in Singapore and show others what we are capable of. 2015 PTT Thailand Open, Men s Singles (Class 7) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 6 10) Silver 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 9) Bronze Men s Single (Class 7) Men s Doubles (Class 9 10) Men s Team (Class 9 10) Nanyang Technological University Polio
Nor Safik BIN Nor Bathiar DOB: 28/6/1997 HEIGHT: 170 cm WEIGHT: 64 kg DEBUTANT Table tennis intrigues me. Victory or defeat happens fast and furious. All the more, the speed makes it more exciting to play. It also implies that to win, one needs to have a strong mindset other than physical fitness. 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Doubles (Class 11) Gold Men s Singles (Class 11) Delta Senior School Intellectual Impairment
Nurul Shamira Bte Razali DOB: 16/11/1996 HEIGHT: 159 cm WEIGHT: 56 kg DEBUTANT While football is my first love, I am just as honoured to be able to represent Singapore in table tennis. More importantly, I want to do my part for the country and hopefully bring glory to the nation. Having the support of my fellow countrymen will definitely boost my confidence in the quest. 2015 Adidas Tournament, Women s Singles (Class 6 11) Bronze Women s Singles (Class 11) Delta Senior School Intellectual Impairment
Soh Yew Lin Eugene DOB: 19/6/1963 HEIGHT: 164 cm WEIGHT: 69 kg I was humbled when I saw other players with more severe disability can play better than me. Since then, I trained even harder to improve and push myself to greater heights. 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 3) Gold 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Singles (Class 1 5) Bronze 2014 7th Myanmar ASEAN Para Games, Men s Team (Class 4) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 4) Men s Doubles (Class 4 5) Men s Team (Class 4 5) Sel Employed (Tutor) Spinal Injury
Tan Beng Leong Daniel DOB: 5/1/1962 HEIGHT: 165 cm WEIGHT: 65 kg DEBUTANT I started off simply because I enjoy the game. Granted the opportunity to represent my country, I hope to bag more medals for Singapore especially in this Jubilee year! Besides table tennis, I draw and paint for a living. I am a mouth and foot painting artist. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles(Class 1) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Doubles (Class 1) Gold Men s Singles (Class 2) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) Spinal Injury
Tan Kok Leong DOB: 31/7/1965 HEIGHT: 180 cm WEIGHT: 58 kg DEBUTANT I like the nature of table tennis in which it requires quick thinking and it helps to improve my reflexes. I am also a mouth artist. I hope to do what I do best to bring glory to my country. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 1) Group Stage 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Doubles (Class 1) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 2) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) Spinal Injury
Ting Chee Keong Eric DOB: 9/7/1972 HEIGHT: 183 cm WEIGHT: 61 kg I was in wheelchair racing for more than a decade and had previously represented Singapore at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games. I chanced upon table tennis and thought perhaps it s time for a change. I have since then been training hard in the sport and hope to challenge myself to new heights! 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 1 2) Bronze Men s Singles (Class 2) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) Self Employed Tetra
Toh Bee Tin DOB: 28/6/1994 HEIGHT: 164 cm WEIGHT: 71 kg DEBUTANT Despite my small stature, I have a much bigger ambition to show the world what Singapore is made up of. I am fortunate to have a supportive family and teammates in my sporting journey. With the nation behind me, I will be even more motivated to do well! 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Women s Singles (Class 3 5) Group Stage 2015 National Disability League, Women s Singles (Class 3 5) Gold Women s Singles (Class 4) Women s Doubles (Class 4 5) Women s Team (Class 4 5) Spina Bifida
Toh Shu Min Claire DOB: 10/4/1993 HEIGHT: 162 cm WEIGHT: 49 kg DEBUTANT I want to show the world that Singapore is also capable of producing top athletes among the disabled. We need to be confident of ourselves before society takes note of us. I can say that Singaporeans are now more aware of disability sports because we are hosting ASEAN Para Games in SG50. 2015 10th National Disability League, Women s Singles (Class 3 5) Silver Women s Singles (Class 1 2) Women s Doubles (Class 4 5) Women s Team (Class 4 5) Kaplan Higher Education Institute Paraplegia
Yeo Kwok Chian Aaron DOB: 24/1/1979 HEIGHT: 173 cm WEIGHT: 60 kg DEBUTANT Table tennis is more than just fun. The battle of wits and reflexes drives my adrenaline. I make new friends at the table and this enriches my life. When I return from overseas training, I would surely eat my favourite food, which is char kway teow with extra cockles. 2015 3rd Taichung ITTF Table Tennis Open for the Disabled, Men s Singles (Class 1) Quarter Finals 2015 10th National Disability League, Men s Singles (Class 1 2) 4th Men s Singles (Class 1) Men s Doubles (Class 1 3) Men s Team (Class 1 2) Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (MFPA) Tetra