Chungcheongnam-do announced on June 2 that the '31st Chungcheongnam-do Disabled Sports Festival,' held for three days from May 29 to 31 in Seosan, successfully concluded.

Under the slogan “Soar in Seosan! Ascend to Chungnam!”, this year's competition saw approximately 5,800 athletes compete in 22 events, showcasing their honed skills.

The festival featured 16 official events, 1 demonstration event, and 5 exhibition events. As a result, Seosan City won the overall championship with a total score of 171,820 points.

Cheonan City followed with 147,767 points, Asan City with 123,820 points, Hongseong County with 122,530 points, and Dangjin City with 122,117 points.

In addition, the Exemplary Delegation Award and Achievement Award went to the Seosan City delegation, the Encouragement Award to the Gyeryong City delegation, and the Promotion Award to the Boryeong City delegation. The Chungnam Disabled Volleyball Association was honored with the Exemplary Organization Award.

In the individual categories, Park Jong-gu (athletics) of Seosan City and Lim Su-yeon (table tennis) of Hongseong County received the male and female MVP awards, respectively, while Lim Min-cheol (athletics) of Hongseong County celebrated the Rookie of the Year award.

Furthermore, Lim Ae-ran (table tennis) of Boryeong City and Jeong Sang-suk (rowing) of Hongseong County received the Coach Awards.

Kim Sang-doo, Secretary-General of the Provincial Disabled Sports Council, stated, “This tournament will be remembered as a festival where disabled and non-disabled individuals harmonized as one, full of emotion and passion.” He added, “We extend our deepest gratitude to the volunteers who selflessly supported us during the event, and to Seosan City, the host city, and all related parties.”

A provincial official remarked, “This tournament was a moving occasion where the passion of the participating athletes blended with the warm support of the local community.” They added, “We will continue to strive to foster an inclusive sports culture where all provincial residents can participate together.”

Meanwhile, the Chungcheongnam-do Disabled Sports Council plans to prepare thoroughly with related organizations for the 32nd Chungcheongnam-do Disabled Sports Festival, which will be held in Cheonan City next year.

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