A Night of Record-Breaking Achievements... Pohang Shines as a Leading City in Disabled Sports

Commendations Awarded to Outstanding Athletes and Contributors to the Advancement of Disabled Sports
Record-Breaking Results at National and Provincial Competitions... Proving Pohang as a Leading City for Disabled Sports

The golden achievements of disabled athletes in Pohang over the past year were celebrated in one place.

The "2025 Pohang Disabled Athletes' Night" event, hosted by the Pohang Disabled Sports Association, was successfully held on the 10th.

The "2025 Pohang Disabled Athletes Night" event, organized by the Pohang Disabled Sports Association, was successfully held on the 10th at La Mer Wedding. Photo by Pohang City

This event was organized to recognize the dedication of athletes and coaches who contributed to the development of disabled sports in Pohang throughout the year, and to share their accomplishments.

More than 250 people attended the event, including Lee Kangdeok, Mayor of Pohang and President of the Pohang Disabled Sports Association; Kim Ilman, Chairman of the Pohang City Council; Kim Ilgeun, Executive Vice President of the Pohang Disabled Sports Association; Kim Seongil, President of the Pohang Disabled Organizations Association; as well as officials and athletes from the disabled sports community.

During the event, commendations were awarded to athletes who achieved outstanding results at the 45th National Para Games and various other competitions, as well as to individuals who contributed to the advancement of disabled sports.

In particular, Pohang secured the overall championship for the second consecutive year at the 27th Gyeongsangbuk-do Para Games held this year, winning 41 gold, 35 silver, and 31 bronze medals. At the 45th National Para Games, Pohang recorded the highest medal count in Gyeongsangbuk-do with 17 gold, 14 silver, and 27 bronze medals. Additionally, at the 19th National Para Student Sports Festival, Pohang athletes earned 26 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze medal, achieving top-tier results nationwide and further elevating the status of disabled sports in Pohang.

Alongside these athletic achievements, Pohang is also strengthening the foundation for sports-for-all and expanding programs for each sport, striving to create an environment where everyone can enjoy sports together, regardless of disability.

Mayor Lee Kangdeok stated, "I deeply appreciate the athletes, coaches, and everyone involved who have driven the growth of disabled sports in Pohang this year. We will continue to provide unwavering support so that our athletes can train and take on new challenges in the best possible environment, and we will keep strengthening the foundation for the development of disabled sports."

Pohang City and the Pohang Disabled Sports Association plan to continue making significant progress in 2026 by expanding support for athletes and ensuring a stable training environment.

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