JD Gaming Revamps Coaching Staff with Tabe and Xiaobai, Xiaoxu Re-Signs

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JD Gaming is ushering in a new era with significant changes to its coaching staff, announcing the arrival of Wong "Tabe" Pak-kan and Yang "Xiaobai" Zhonghe. The duo, instrumental in Anyone’s Legends’ remarkable turnaround and first LPL title, will now lead JDG. Additionally, top laner Xu "Xiaoxu" Xingzu has re-signed, becoming the sole returning player from the previous roster as JDG aims for a stronger performance next season.

Key Takeaways

JD Gaming has appointed Tabe and Xiaobai as its new coaching staff.
Tabe and Xiaobai previously coached Anyone’s Legends to an LPL title and Worlds quarterfinals.
Top laner Xiaoxu has extended his contract with JDG.
JDG is expected to undergo further roster changes.

Tabe and Xiaobai: Architects of Renewal

The appointment of Tabe and Xiaobai marks a significant shift for JD Gaming, a team that has faced recent disappointments, including failing to qualify for Worlds after a strong 2023 season. The coaching pair brings a proven track record of success, most notably their transformative work with Anyone’s Legends. Under their guidance, AL achieved an LPL title and reached the Worlds quarterfinals, showcasing their ability to build dominant teams.

Their collaboration extends back to 2022 when they coached Royal Never Give Up to both the LPL Spring Split title and the Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) trophy. JDG fans will undoubtedly have high expectations for Tabe and Xiaobai to replicate this success and restore the team to its former glory.

Xiaoxu Retained Amidst Roster Shake-up

In addition to the new coaching hires, JD Gaming has confirmed the contract extension of top laner Xu "Xiaoxu" Xingzu. Xiaoxu joined JDG in Split 2 as a replacement for Hu "Ale" Jiale and was a standout performer during the team’s summer split. His retention signals a commitment to building around promising talent.

This move comes as JDG announced the departures of several key players, including Peng "XUN" Lixun, Wang "Zhuo" Xuzhuo, Lee "Scout" Ye-chan, and Kim "Peyz" Su-hwan. With a new coaching staff and a core player secured, further roster adjustments are anticipated in the coming days as JDG prepares for the next competitive season.