He received his master's degree and doctorate from Texas A & M University and is also a graduate of Beijing University of Physical Education in China, Although he was a professional water polo player in China during the 1970s, badminton has always been his favorite sport. He taught badminton at Texas A & M, Xavier University and San Jose State University, before he enjoyed the faculty at Texas Tech. He worked for the badminton competitions during the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and has a close relationship with the coaches and athletes of the Chinese National Badminton Team.