Kim Seong-je, the mayor of Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, encouraged disabled athletes on October 1, promising, "I will not spare any support for sports activities and new challenges."
Mayor Kim made this statement during the '20th Gyeonggi Province Disabled Sports Festival Uiwang City Team Closing Ceremony' held at a local restaurant, where he congratulated the athletes who successfully completed the competition and acknowledged the efforts of the Uiwang Disabled Sports Association officials.
The closing ceremony was attended by participating athletes and sports association officials. Mayor Kim expressed his congratulations and encouragement to each athlete, thanking them for their hard work from preparation to competition.
Mayor Kim emphasized that disabled sports should go beyond mere physical activity, serving as a vital foundation for enhancing citizens' health and social participation, while helping disabled individuals showcase their abilities and challenge new possibilities.
He stated that his administration will focus on improving athletes' performance, expanding the base of recreational sports, and strengthening participation in sports activities to promote disabled sports.
In fact, Mayor Kim sent 117 athletes to the 20th Gyeonggi Province Disabled Sports Festival held in Gapyeong from August 28 to 29.
The Uiwang team achieved a significant result, winning a total of 7 medals: 3 gold, 1 silver, and 3 bronze.
Citizens also reacted positively to the athletes' achievements and the city's support.
One citizen remarked, "While the number of medals is important, it is significant that disabled athletes represented the region and were able to showcase their skills at the competition. I hope that support for facilities and programs continues so that disabled individuals can easily engage in sports activities and exercise regularly."
Another citizen expressed hope that disabled sports would expand beyond a few athletes to include more citizens in recreational sports.
Mayor Kim expressed his gratitude, stating, "I sincerely thank all the athletes for their dedication from the preparation process to the end of the event."
Meanwhile, the Uiwang team demonstrated the potential of disabled sports by achieving 7 medals in this competition.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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