Kayama Yu has emerged as a rising star in his rookie season with the Atlanta Blazers, fueled by precise shot-making and cool-headed play under pressure. In 2024 alone, he reached the semifinals of the U.S. Open and earned a bronze medal at the LA Open—building on an earlier career highlight as runner-up at the 2016 Hong Kong Open. His ability to rise to the occasion on big stages makes him one to watch as the season unfolds.