On the morning of January 31, Truong Long Hoa Ward People's Committee solemnly organized the opening ceremony of the 1st Ward Sports Festival in 2026, with the participation of leaders, delegates and a large number of athletes from hamlets and units in the area.
The Congress is organized according to the plan of Vinh Long Provincial People's Committee, towards the 10th Provincial Sports Festival in 2026, contributing to promoting the physical training movement among the people.
The 2026 Truong Long Hoa Ward Sports Festival organizes 8 sports, including men's 7-a-side football, women's 5-a-side football, men's volleyball, women's lightweight volleyball, and men's and women's tug-of-war.
In addition, athletics, sack dancing and chess are also included in the competition program, creating a variety of content, suitable to actual conditions and attracting a large number of officials and people to participate.
According to the Organizing Committee, men's volleyball and women's soft volleyball will take place from January 31st to February 1st, the remaining events will be held in April 2026 according to the general plan.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Pham Hai Au - Vice Chairman of Truong Long Hoa Ward People's Committee emphasized that the Congress is an opportunity to evaluate grassroots sports movements, discover and nurture core athletes.
In recent years, the sports movement of Truong Long Hoa ward has developed deeply and widely, attracting many officials, union members and people to participate, contributing to building a healthy cultural life.
The Organizing Committee requested the athletes to compete unitedly, honestly, and nobly; referees to work objectively and in accordance with regulations, contributing to ensuring the Games take place safely, economically, and effectively.
Immediately after the opening ceremony, the first competition events of the Congress were held in a lively atmosphere, receiving positive cheers from a large number of local people.