Gumi's 25 Eup, Myeon, and Dong Sports Associations Unite Through Friendly Foot Volleyball Tournament

Expanding the Base of Everyday Sports
A Platform for Communication that Strengthens Community Unity

The sports associations from all 25 eup, myeon, and dong districts of Gumi gathered in one place, creating a meaningful occasion to promote the development of local sports and strengthen community unity.

Kim Jangho, mayor of Gumi, is expressing his deep gratitude to the members of the eup, myeon, and dong sports associations who have quietly supported major events such as the Asian Athletics Championships and the Provincial Sports Festival in Gumi. Photo by Kwon Byunggeon

According to Gumi City on June 29, this friendly foot volleyball tournament served not only as a simple sporting event but also played a pivotal role in fostering bonds and cooperation among the eup, myeon, and dong districts.

The city stated, "This event was a valuable opportunity to witness the cohesion and power of communication within the local community, embodied in the healthy sweat of local sportspeople," and added, "Each eup, myeon, and dong sports association serves as a reliable pillar for local sports."

In particular, the tournament highlighted the contributions of the eup, myeon, and dong sports association members who have dedicated themselves to major sporting events in Gumi, such as the Asian Athletics Championships and the Gyeongbuk Provincial Sports Festival. Event officials unanimously agreed that their consistent participation and volunteerism have laid the foundation for the development of sports in Gumi.

The city has continuously expanded the infrastructure for everyday sports, focusing on regional sports centers, and plans to further accelerate the systematic construction of facilities and the development of programs so that all citizens can easily enjoy sports activities nearby.

Kim Jangho, mayor of Gumi, emphasized, "Sports are more than just physical activity; they are a driving force for citizens' health and the vitality of the local community," adding, "You, the members of the eup, myeon, and dong sports associations who are active on the ground, are the true protagonists of sports in Gumi."

This foot volleyball tournament is also being recognized as having significant meaning, not only for strengthening the solidarity of the local community through sports but also for promoting a healthy leisure culture.