Gangjin-gun Successfully Concludes National Elementary School Soccer League

64 Teams Nationwide, Over 2,000 Participants, Direct and Indirect Economic Impact of 800 Million KRW

The National Dream Growth Festival was held for four days starting from the 18th at the Gangjin-gun Sports Complex. ⓒ Asia Economy

[Gangjin＝Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su] The nationwide '2021 Elementary School Soccer League Dream Growth Festival' held in Gangjin-gun, Jeollanam-do from the 18th to the 21st has successfully concluded.

According to Gangjin-gun on the 25th, during the tournament, about 2,000 players and officials from 64 top teams across 39 regions nationwide stayed in Gangjin and participated in the matches.

The county stated that the participants of this tournament spent their accommodation and meals locally, generating an estimated economic effect of about 800 million KRW both directly and indirectly.

Also, the natural grass field at Gangjin-gun Sports Complex, where the tournament was held, received praise from officials of the Korea Football Association and participating players as having top-notch facilities, reaffirming Gangjin's status as a sports mecca.

County Governor Lee Seung-ok said, "We will do our best to expand sports facilities and infrastructure so that Gangjin comes to mind when people think of sports," and added, "We will also do our utmost to attract various national tournaments to invigorate the local economy."

Gangjin＝Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su kys86120@asiae.co.kr

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