Pohang athletes win 32 medals at National Sports Festival

Athletes from Pohang achieved significant success at the 107th National Sports Festival held in Jeju Island from the 16th to the 22nd. The Pohang delegation, representing Gyeongsangbuk-do, secured a total of 32 medals, consisting of 9 gold, 10 silver, and 13 bronze.

The achievement was driven by a diverse range of participants, including high school prospects, municipal professional teams, and corporate teams. Notable performances included Son Ye-rin from Pohang Idong High School, who won two gold medals in track and field, and Lee Jun-hwan of the Pohang City Hall professional team, who secured gold in judo.

Corporate team POSCO E&C also contributed significantly, winning a total of 8 medals, including 3 golds in Hapkido. The strong performance of the Pohang delegation helped Gyeongsangbuk-do rise to second place in the overall medal standings, up from fourth place last year.