TAHER JALEEL
Coach
2022 DFW Grapevine Spin Master Tournament U2100 WinnerFrom India, Taher is a former state table tennis player having represented the Karnataka state in the Junior Nationals in 1998. After moving to the US in 2014, Taher picked up playing table tennis again and participating in sanctioned tournaments in Texas. Taher has over 5 years of experience coaching kids and adults in the Frisco Athletic Center since 2020. Accomplishments: Represented Karnataka State in ‘98 Juniors 2019 US Open U 1400 Winner 2019 US Open U 1600 Finalist 2021 Texas Wesleyan Open U 1700 Winner
Akshay Badiyannavar
Coach
Former state player from Karnataka. Represented the state in multiple age categories – U-16, U-18 and U-21 and men’s categories. Won multiple national school and collegiate championships
Swarna Jayakumar
Coach
She started playing at the age of 7 and during her 15+ years of playing competitive table tennis, she has led the Indian National team in various international competitions like World Junior Championships, World Junior Circuits (WJC), Asian Junior Championships, Commonwealth Games, South Asian Games (SAF), Pro Tours and won several accolades for Team India. She was India’s #1 ranked player for few years in sub junior and junior categories.
Kishore Yellapragada
Club Administrator
Kishore is the driving force behind our table tennis club’s day-to-day operations. He is a passionate player and a Coach with a deep love for the sport and a knack for organization and ensures that everything—from scheduling matches to maintaining equipment and overseeing club activities—runs like clockwork. Kishore is not only dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive environment for all members but also brings a personal touch to every interaction, making sure every player feels welcome and supported. With his leadership, our club continues to grow and thrive, offering an exceptional experience for table tennis lovers of all levels.
Rohan Yellapragada
Youth Admin
Rohan is a versatile and passionate young athlete who actively participates in a variety of school sports, including Football, Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. His true passion, however, lies in Table Tennis.
Rohan is dedicated and volunteers his time to assist coaches in teaching beginner kids the fundamentals of Table Tennis. Rohan patiently helps the young players develop their skills, focusing on:
– Multi-ball feeding drills
– Correcting footwork techniques
– Improving playing actions
Rohan’s enthusiasm and kindness make him an invaluable asset to the team and an inspiration to the kids he mentors.
TAHER JALEEL
Coach
2022 DFW Grapevine Spin Master Tournament U2100 WinnerFrom India, Taher is a former state table tennis player having represented the Karnataka state in the Junior Nationals in 1998. After moving to the US in 2014, Taher picked up playing table tennis again and participating in sanctioned tournaments in Texas. Taher has over 5 years of experience coaching kids and adults in the Frisco Athletic Center since 2020. Accomplishments: Represented Karnataka State in ‘98 Juniors 2019 US Open U 1400 Winner 2019 US Open U 1600 Finalist 2021 Texas Wesleyan Open U 1700 Winner
Akshay Badiyannavar
Coach
Former state player from Karnataka. Represented the state in multiple age categories – U-16, U-18 and U-21 and men’s categories. Won multiple national school and collegiate championships
Swarna Jayakumar
Coach
She started playing at the age of 7 and during her 15+ years of playing competitive table tennis, she has led the Indian National team in various international competitions like World Junior Championships, World Junior Circuits (WJC), Asian Junior Championships, Commonwealth Games, South Asian Games (SAF), Pro Tours and won several accolades for Team India. She was India’s #1 ranked player for few years in sub junior and junior categories.
Kishore Yellapragada
Club Administrator
Kishore is the driving force behind our table tennis club’s day-to-day operations. He is a passionate player and a Coach with a deep love for the sport and a knack for organization and ensures that everything—from scheduling matches to maintaining equipment and overseeing club activities—runs like clockwork. Kishore is not only dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive environment for all members but also brings a personal touch to every interaction, making sure every player feels welcome and supported. With his leadership, our club continues to grow and thrive, offering an exceptional experience for table tennis lovers of all levels.
Rohan Yellapragada
Youth Admin
Rohan is a versatile and passionate young athlete who actively participates in a variety of school sports, including Football, Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. His true passion, however, lies in Table Tennis.
Rohan is dedicated and volunteers his time to assist coaches in teaching beginner kids the fundamentals of Table Tennis. Rohan patiently helps the young players develop their skills, focusing on:
– Multi-ball feeding drills
– Correcting footwork techniques
– Improving playing actions
Rohan’s enthusiasm and kindness make him an invaluable asset to the team and an inspiration to the kids he mentors.
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