Game, Set, History!

DIS Tennis Claims Overall Championship

17 October 2026

Making history on the tennis court, the DIS High School Tennis Team traveled from Taipei to Kaohsiung on October 17, 2026, to compete in the TISSA Tennis Tournament hosted by I-Shou International School (IIS) at the National University of Kaohsiung. The trip brought the team together for a day of competition, camaraderie, and school pride, culminating in a remarkable achievement: **Overall First Place**. This historic victory marked the first time Dominican International School (DIS) had claimed the tournament's overall championship, making it a proud moment for the student-athletes and the entire DIS community. Beyond the medals and match results, the achievement celebrates the dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship that brought the team together.

Three DIS student-athletes earned podium finishes with outstanding performances. Jayden Cheng-Chuan Liao (G8A) captured 1st Place in Boys’ Singles, while Sophie Liang (G8C) claimed 1st Place in Girls’ Singles. Supichaya “Alina” Hsu (G9RL) also made her mark, earning 3rd Place in Girls’ Singles. Their impressive results contributed to the team's overall victory and gave DIS plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Under the guidance of Coach Charles Marks and with Ms. Christine Lai as team manager, the players represented DIS with determination, skill, and sportsmanship. Their success reflects the effort they put into their game and their commitment to giving their best on the court.


Meet the DIS HS Tennis Team


Nine student-athletes represented DIS at the tournament, bringing their talent, determination, and school spirit to the court. Meet the students who were part of this historic achievement:

  • Xin-Han “Marcus” Lee — G7T
  • Jayden Cheng-Chuan Liao — G8A
  • Maria Dudek-Janapatla — G8C
  • Sophie Liang — G8C
  • Supichaya “Alina” Hsu — G9RL
  • Carl Dudek-Janapatla — G10A
  • Clara Liu — G10A
  • Max Huang — G10P
  • Prithika Chatterjee — G11L

Congratulations to all 9 student-athletes for representing DIS and being part of this milestone in the school's tennis history!

The team extends its heartfelt gratitude to Sr. Jacqueline C. Manuel, OP, Directress/Principal, for her continued encouragement and unwavering support, and to Dr. Van-Truong “John” Nguyen, Athletic Director, for his leadership, dedication, and commitment to strengthening DIS athletics. His guidance and vision in fostering a supportive environment for student-athletes help create opportunities for students to develop their talents, pursue excellence, and represent the school with pride.


Their support helps provide students with opportunities to develop their talents, take on new challenges, and represent DIS with pride.

This championship is more than a trophy; it is a celebration of dedication, perseverance, and teamwork, made possible by the commitment of the student-athletes and the support of the DIS community. For DIS tennis, this first overall title is a milestone to remember and an exciting beginning for the teams that will follow.

Congratulations to the DIS HS Tennis Team, Coach Charles Marks, and Manager Christine Lai on this historic achievement!