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Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by fupper

fupper — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:24:58 +0000

hmm, thanks for the comments. Appreciates the different viewpoints.
Jonathan, i believe it’s more of an issue regarding the management by the table tennis team than an issue regarding the capability of the paddler.
Anyway, i think the issue has taken a change, he MIGHT not be sacked after all.

Comment on Beijing Paralympic 2008: The Details. by fupper

fupper — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:16:21 +0000

cool, i hope more attention will be given on her by the media.

Comment on Beijing Paralympic 2008: The Details. by FO

FO — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 04:20:03 +0000

Singapore has a good medal chance in the Paralymics in swimmer Theresa Goh, who actually broke a world record in January this year.

Comment on Beijing Paralympic 2008: The Details. by Singapore Kopitiam

Singapore Kopitiam — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 06:52:22 +0000

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Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by pearlie

pearlie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:48:20 +0000

Gao Ning deserves to have a coach with him, no doubt about it…but did he blame the lack of one for his lose? Not really, it’s just media hype.

Anthony Lee has no excuse but the dismissal is done so cold-bloodly, it’s like in a corporate world, you know…timing stinks!

Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by Jonathan

Jonathan — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:45:28 +0000

If I remember correctly Roger Federer played some of his best tennis without a coach. In any case some sports eg tennis do not allow on or off-court coaching.

Perhaps Gao Ning has become too ‘Sporean’ i.e can’t function properly without direction from the top!

But seriously listen to Dr Tan Eng Liang - he has already said he is satisfied with the explanation and the matter should rest. Nobody is more qualified nor in a better position (with due respect to MPs) than Dr Tan to deal with this.

Comment on Beijing Paralympic 2008: The Details. by falcon

falcon — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:38:54 +0000

i think its a better mascot…look more cute..

Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by sggal

sggal — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:55:20 +0000

I do think that justice have been given to Gao Ning. As the the team manager, he should be prepared and have backup another coach in case Yang Zi’s match end later.

Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by fupper

fupper — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:51:18 +0000

erm, loverpearl, there were 4 coaches available, with at least 2 required for the female games. While there are still 2 more coaches which do not necessary need to help out the female team when gao ning is struggling with his own match.( the female game was later than the male so it wasn’t in play yet, only yang zi game was in play and went overtime)

But still, i do agree on the harshness and sudden decision made, which is not a very good decision made.

Comment on Singapore Neglected Paddler Gao Ning returned Justice. But is it Worth it? by loverpearl

loverpearl — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 03:43:10 +0000

Charles, then what do you reckon that the team manager should do when he is down with 3 coaches with 4 matches in play?

Besides I still feels that the STTA president’s decision is too rash and at a wrong timing. Furthermore, it will be common courtesy to speak to the individuals before making such announcement.

On top of it, this is her first foray into sports so I’m a bit concerned if she is capable to handle the job. Not to mention that this matter will in many ways affect the morale of the whole team. It’s going to take a while to boost up the morale and trust between the players and the new team of managers and coaches.