Youth of the Month: Jared Lynch

By Dan Seemiller

Photo by John Oros, copyright 2001.

Jared is 17 years old and has a 2252 rating. Jared’s style of play is an aggressive topspin attack with exceptionally deceptive serves. Jared, his brother Jordan, and their father, Jim, are a family that plays table tennis.

In the past year, Jared has attended many of the major tournaments. He participated in the U.S. Team Trials, North American Teams and Western Open in San Diego, and now has the experience necessary to make a push up to the 2400 level. Jared is a hard worker and excellent runner and benefits from regular practice with national team member and South Bend Junior Mark Hazinski. Jared is home-schooled, likes to play basketball and enjoys the travel associated with competing in major tournaments. His goals are to break the 2400 rating barrier and to compete for a spot on the U.S. Team some day.

Jared’s titles include National Under18 Boys’ Doubles and Teams at the Junior Olympics. Jared has had excellent wins over Han Xiao and Idan Levi this past year and is currently sponsored by Paddle Palace and Tibhar equipment. He also spends time and practices willingly with our other junior players and helps the beginners by serving them multi-ball practice.