Yeongam County Folk Ssireum Team Climbs Wolchulsan, Strengthens Resolve for Victory

Climbing the First Buddha Path Under the Sky
Renewing Teamwork and Pledging to Repay Residents' Support

The Yeongam County Folk Ssireum Team, led by coach Kim Kitae, strengthened their teamwork and renewed their determination to excel in upcoming competitions by hiking the First Buddha Path under the sky of Wolchulsan on May 17.

According to the county on May 21, the hike was joined by County Governor Woo Seunghee and public officials. The group trekked a gentle uphill path of approximately 5 kilometers, starting from the Daedongje parking lot in Yeongam-eup and reaching Yongamsaji, completing the round trip in four hours.

Under the sky of Wolchulsan, the Yeongam County Folk Ssireum Team is strengthening their teamwork on the First Buddha Path and pledging to repay the support of the county residents. Provided by Yeongam County

During their journey to visit the Wolchulsan Rock-carved Seated Buddha, National Treasure No. 144 and known as the First Buddha under the sky, the team members took the opportunity to recharge both physically and mentally, and to strengthen their unity.

At the same time, with the region’s cultural heritage as their backdrop, they chanted slogans such as "We love Yeongam" and "Go Yeongam County Folk Ssireum Team," pledging to respond to the support of Yeongam residents with strong performances.

Kim Kitae, head coach of the Yeongam County Folk Ssireum Team, said, "It was a time to strengthen our bodies, minds, and determination to win. With the spirit of Wolchulsan, we will show matches that repay the unwavering support of Yeongam residents and fans."

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