Curling in Beijing: Skipping Ahead (3)

Yang Hongbo, a coach at I Sweep Curling Club, was one of China's first curlers with dreams of winning a championship for his homeland. But today he finds satisfaction teaching 14 to 16 year-olds the finer points of curling.

"Chinese parents are very goal-oriented," Yang says, noting that those who enroll their children in the program believe it will be useful for their futures. "But, it ought to be for fun."

When asked what kinds of students are best suited for curling, Yang's answer is surprising.

"The naughty ones," he says. "They are quick, capable and active. They can try every method to find a way to play well."

As some of his students show particular promise, Yang says he hopes that one of them may someday fulfill his previous dream of gaining glory for China.

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