We are pleased to announce that there will be 3 high level visiting Chinese players entering our tournament.
- James Qiao is a member of Luneng Table tennis Club in Shandong province, China and competes in the Chinese A League. He has a powerful two-wing loop and fast attack. His rating is estimated at 2700. James Qiao is a member of the coaching staff at the Seattle Pacific Table Tennis Club in Bellevue, WA.
- Jenny Zhao has competed professionally in China and Japan since age 12. Her estimated rating is 2550. Jenny Zhao currently heads the junior coaching program at the Washington Table Tennis Center, in Bellevue, WA.
- Vickie Luo is a member of Hubei province Table Tennis team. Two years ago she was selected to as team captain. She also plays in the Chinese A League. Her playing style is similar to that of James Qiao, with more emphasis on control and finesse. Her estimated rating is 2500. Vickie Luo is a member of the coaching staff at the Seattle Pacific Table Tennis Club in Bellevue, WA.
We have modified the 7 pm Saturday evening final events to include the #2 vs #3 open singles semifinal.