Liao was a significant contributor for Binghamton in his first three collegiate dual matches. The Chengdu, China product won both of his matches in a 7-0 Bearcats victory over Niagara, claiming a 6-2 win in the No. 1 doubles match and a 5-7, 6-0, 7-5 win in the No. 3 singles match. Liao also put forth a commendable effort in Binghamton's match against Navy, winning the No. 1 doubles match 6-3 before falling in three sets in the No. 4 singles bout.