Source: REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov
[Saba Sports News] According to South Korean media reports, Kang Kyung-jin, a South Korean coach who led the Chinese badminton team to sweep the women’s doubles gold and silver medals at the Paris Olympics, has resigned and returned to South Korea. He will serve as the head coach of the newly formed women’s badminton team in the Guro District of Seoul. It is reported that discussions about creating a women’s badminton team in Guro District began in May this year, and a response from the Seoul city government was received in September, ultimately confirming its establishment. This month, Guro District will conduct player recruitment processes and hold an inauguration ceremony in December, with the operation of the player team managed by the Guro District Sports Association. Coach Kang expressed his aspirations, stating that he would generously share his accumulated practical experience and tips with the players, striving to discover and cultivate badminton hopefuls. The mayor of Seoul expressed hope that citizens would pay attention to the growth and development of the newly established women’s badminton team. Records show that Kang Kyung-jin has been one of the head coaches of the Chinese badminton women’s doubles team for the past two Olympic cycles. From his arrival with mixed black hair to leaving with a full head of white hair, Kang’s dedication to the Chinese women’s doubles team has been recognized by both players and fans.