Kim Jin-tae Pledges to Build 72-Hole Provincial Park Golf Course... Gangwon to Become Senior Sports Hub

"Sports Governor" Kim Jin-tae Demonstrates Persistence in Hoengseong
Promises to Expand Park Golf and Ground Golf Infrastructure

Kim Jin-tae, candidate for Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, visited Hoengseong Park Golf Course on the 17th to conduct the fourth installment of "Persistence Relay 4, Still 'Sports Is' Kim Jin-tae," expressing his commitment to promoting healthy aging for residents and revitalizing sports for all.

Kim Jin-tae, candidate for Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, visited Hoengseong Park Golf Course on the 17th to conduct the segment "Persistence Relay Part 4, Still 'Sports is' Kim Jin-tae." Provided by Gangwon Province

At the site, candidate Kim Jin-tae greeted citizens enjoying their rounds and meticulously inspected the overall park golf facilities. Citizens who visited the venue expressed their gratitude to candidate Kim Jin-tae for his ongoing interest in senior sports and shared their anticipation for expanded park golf infrastructure.

During his four-year term, candidate Kim Jin-tae has increased Gangwon Province's sports budget by approximately 20%, driving the growth of the local sports sector. In particular, this year, a record budget of 130.2 billion won has been allocated to further advance sports welfare, with the provincial sports association’s budget also increasing by about 50% compared to 2022, laying the foundation for stable support of sports activities.

Building on these policy achievements, candidate Kim Jin-tae presented a concrete blueprint to construct a 72-hole provincial park golf course. This initiative aims to respond to the growing demand for park golf and to position Gangwon Province as a national hub for senior sports.

Additionally, candidate Kim Jin-tae reaffirmed his plan to establish a provincial ground golf course, as promised at the Senior Citizens’ Sports Festival held in Yeongwol on the 16th. By securing a dedicated ground golf facility—one of the most preferred sports among seniors—alongside park golf, he aims to address blind spots in sports for all and promote better health for the elderly.

Kim Jin-tae emphasized that park golf and ground golf are optimal forms of exercise suited to the physical characteristics of the elderly, allowing them to enjoy sports without strain, and made it clear that improving quality of life through these activities is a core value of his provincial administration.

Candidate Jin-tae Kim for Governor of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province visited Hoengseong Park Golf Course on the 17th to conduct the "Persistence Relay Part 4, Still 'Sports Is' Jin-tae Kim" session. Provided by Gangwon Province

Candidate Kim Jin-tae stated, "Park golf and ground golf are precious opportunities for seniors to exercise regularly and regain vitality without significant physical burden. Seeing seniors live healthy and joyful lives is the true future envisioned by Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, and I will continue to provide full support for sports for all infrastructure."

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