Water Polo
I started water polo when I first came to Deerfield as a freshman. During the 2026-27 season, I was named team captain by my teammates.
I first started as a hole set player then became the goalie. I initially played as a hole set player and later become the goalie. In spring 2027, I will manage and keep score for the girls' water polo team.
Awards
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Named the Most Determined Player on the JV water polo team
2023
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Named the door of the week
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"In every game and in every practice, Yong brings his A-game. His energy, attentiveness, and desire to learn the sport have awarded him a newfound awareness of the game. " - Comments from Coach
2024
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"Varsity goalie Yong Ding had an astonishing 18 blocks and held full command of his teammates. " - Comments from Coach
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Chosen to be the Captain for season 2026-27
2025
Swimming
I've been on Deerfield's varsity and JV swim teams for four years. I enjoy long-distance events, and freestyle is my favorite stroke.
Table Tennis
I've been playing table tennis from a young age and have loved it ever since. In middle school in China, I was the only freshman on the highly competitive varsity table tennis team. After coming to the U.S., even without a high school league to compete in, I won the Deerfield Ping Pong Tournament two years in a row.
Awards
2023
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APAC Boys Table Tennis Champion
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Two times Deerfield Ping Pong tournament Champion
2025
2026
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Captain of the RSI Grand Slam Championship Team
