1. Overview
Jeremy Gan Wye Teck, born on January 24, 1979, is a Malaysian former professional badminton player who has transitioned into a prominent coaching career. Known for his success in doubles, Gan achieved significant milestones during his playing days, including a gold medal at the World Junior Championships and the Asian Junior Championships in boys' doubles. He also contributed to the Malaysian national team's bronze medal win at the Asian Games. Following his retirement as a player, Gan embarked on a coaching path, serving with the Badminton Association of Malaysia before moving on to an international coaching role with the Nippon Badminton Association.
2. Early Life and Background
Jeremy Gan Wye Teck was born on January 24, 1979, in Bukit Baru, Malacca, Malaysia. He is right-handed and stands at 5.5 ft (1.69 m) tall. His full name is Gan Wye Teck, and his Chinese name is 颜伟德Yan WeideChinese.
3. Playing Career
Jeremy Gan had a notable career as a badminton player, excelling in both junior and senior categories, primarily in men's and mixed doubles events. He was a key member of the Malaysian national badminton team.
3.1. Junior Career
Gan's junior career was marked by significant achievements in boys' doubles, often partnering with Chan Chong Ming.
3.1.1. World Junior Championships
In 1996, Jeremy Gan achieved a major success at the IBF World Junior Championships held at Silkeborg Hallerne in Silkeborg, Denmark. Partnering with fellow Malaysian Chan Chong Ming, they secured the gold medal in the boys' doubles event. Their victory came against the Chinese Taipei pair of Huang Shih-chung and Chien Yu-hsiu, with a final score of 18-17, 15-7.
| Year | Venue | Partner | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Silkeborg Hallerne, Silkeborg, Denmark | Chan Chong Ming | Huang Shih-chung Chien Yu-hsiu | 18-17, 15-7 |  Gold |
3.1.2. Asian Junior Championships
Gan continued his success at the junior level in 1997 at the Asian Junior Championships held at Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila, Philippines. He once again partnered with Chan Chong Ming to win the gold medal in boys' doubles. In the final, they faced the Chinese duo of Zhang Yi and Cai Yun. Additionally, Gan was part of the Malaysian boys' team that earned a bronze medal at the same championship.
| Year | Venue | Partner | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Manila, Philippines | Chan Chong Ming | Zhang Yi Cai Yun | Gold |
3.2. Senior Career
Jeremy Gan's senior career saw him compete in various international tournaments, contributing to the national team and achieving individual successes in men's doubles.
3.2.1. Asian Games
As a member of the Malaysian national team, Jeremy Gan participated in the 1998 Asian Games held in Bangkok, Thailand. The team secured a bronze medal in the men's team event, marking a significant achievement in his senior career.
3.2.2. IBF International Tournaments
Gan competed in several IBF International tournaments, achieving multiple victories and one runner-up finish in men's doubles.
| Year | Tournament | Partner | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Malaysia Satellite | Gan Teik Chai | Ha Tae-kwon Kim Dong-moon | 4-15, 0-15 | Runner-up |
| 2002 | Australian International | Ng Kean Kok | Ashley Brehaut Travis Denney | 15-2, 15-7 | Winner |
| 2002 | India Satellite | Gan Teik Chai | Ng Kean Kok Tan Bin Shen | 15-13, 15-5 | Winner |
| 2001 | Malaysia Satellite | Ng Kean Kok | Chan Chong Ming Hong Chieng Hun | 7-4, 4-7, 7-3, 7-1 | Winner |
| 1998 | India International | Chan Chong Ming | Jaseel P. Ismail Vincent Lobo | 15-10, 17-15 | Winner |
4. Coaching Career
After concluding his playing career, Jeremy Gan transitioned into coaching, contributing his expertise to national badminton associations in Malaysia and Japan.
4.1. Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM)
Jeremy Gan served as a coach for the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM). During his tenure, he notably coached the men's doubles players. He resigned from his position at BAM in 2017.
4.2. Nippon Badminton Association
Following his departure from BAM, Jeremy Gan was appointed as a mixed doubles coach for the Nippon Badminton Association, the governing body for badminton in Japan. He officially began his role with the Japanese national badminton team in January 2018. There are also indications that he is slated to coach the Hong Kong mixed doubles team in 2025.