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Samcheok City Delegation Departs for the 60th Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Citizens' Sports Festival... Taking a Vigorous Step Towards Regional Harmony and Sportsmanship: HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter / Updated : 2025-06-13 03:05:11

Samcheok City Athletes Hold a Successful Pep Rally, Vowing Victory

With just two days remaining until the opening of the 60th Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Citizens' Sports Festival, Samcheok City successfully held a pep rally for its athletic delegation at the Samcheok Multi-purpose Gymnasium on June 10. The rally was conducted with great public interest, wishing for the successful hosting of the festival and the outstanding performance of the Samcheok City team.

The Mayor of Samcheok, who attended the rally, emphasized that "the Citizens' Sports Festival is more than just a sporting event; it's a festival symbolizing regional harmony through sports and promoting the health of provincial residents." He encouraged the athletes, saying, "I hope you will fully demonstrate the skills you've honed, elevate Samcheok City's prestige, and compete in all events with fair sportsmanship." The team representative vowed to do their best to repay the support of Samcheok citizens and uphold the honor of the region, solidifying their determination to win.

The Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Citizens' Sports Festival: 60 Years of History and Significance

The Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Citizens' Sports Festival is the largest comprehensive sports festival promoting sports exchange and harmony among cities and counties within Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. Starting with its first competition in 1965, this year marks its 60th anniversary, boasting a long history and tradition. The Citizens' Sports Festival has established itself as an important event that provides opportunities for local residents to improve their health through sports, contributes to the revitalization of community sports, and positively impacts the local economy.

Host City Samcheok Makes Thorough Preparations for a Successful Festival

The 60th Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province Citizens' Sports Festival will be held in Samcheok City for five days, from June 12 to 16. Samcheok City has made thorough preparations in various aspects for the successful operation of the festival, including inspecting sports facilities, ensuring safety management, and training volunteers. Samcheok City anticipates that this festival will enhance its dynamic urban image and stimulate the local economy through the promotion of local specialties and tourism.

The festival will feature athletes representing cities and counties competing in various sports, including track and field, soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, badminton, tennis, ssireum (Korean wrestling), taekwondo, judo, and kendo. Notably, this year's festival holds even greater significance as it is the first Citizens' Sports Festival held since the launch of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. Athletes will demonstrate their honed skills and engage in friendly competition, while citizens will gather to cheer and enjoy the festivities.

Samcheok City hopes that this festival will transcend simple sports competitions and become a venue for unity and communication where all provincial residents can participate and connect. Furthermore, it is expected that this festival will firmly establish Samcheok City's status as a leading sports city and serve as an important catalyst for the development and prosperity of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province.