The drizzle continued as president of UIC, Prof. Ng Ching-Fai, announced the commencement of UIC’s 6th Annual Sports Day on Thursday, 29 November 2012. “Although this is set up as a sports meeting, it feels more like a family party.” Prof. Ng said in the opening speech.
Prof. Ng Ching-Fai announced the commencement of UIC’s 6th Annual Sports Day
Students and staff themselves ran out of superlatives to describe the spectacular “family party” on the Drill Ground of Beijing Normal University, Zhuhai campus. The number of participants this year was at a record high with approximately 300 students and 100 staff competing in 29 events, including 17 individual events, 7 team competitive events and an additional 5 team popular events.
The Sports Day welcomed new developments, such as entrance entertainment by cheerleading squads from different majors who worked hard to best exemplify their unique spirits. This was followed by hilarious performances from the cheerleaders and then the UIC Dragon and Lion Dance Team performed. Some students associations also entertained the audience with little games, which produced a continuous roar of laughter from the spectators at the “family party”.
The entrance show of the team of Cultural Industries Management
The entrance shows were really creative,” said an excited Fan Wongxiao, a freshman in Applied Economics, “They showed us what team spirit is.”
After a brilliant opening ceremony, participants continued expressing excitement over the unfolding competition.
"The weather is bad today, but many of us are still passionate and looking forward to the future," said 100 meters race finalist Huang Zihang, who had practised his event for over half a month.
HighlightsPatrick King, from the English Language Centre, revealed his interest by taking part in five different events. The oldest athlete participating was Chai Hi Hing, Director of the Media and Public Relations Office, who impressed many as he finished the 5000 metres long-distance race.
Patrick King, a sports enthusiast
Chai Hi Hing proved a green old age
“I keep my fingers crossed for International Journalism team,” said audience member Liu Yiyu, “But it doesn’t matter if we lose, as the saying goes ‘friendship first, competition second’.”
The team of Management of Human Resource won the Major Shield
The day and a half long 6th Annual Sports Day ended with unforgettable memories lingering in every mind that participated. It brought pride and glory to the winners, and joy and gaiety to all the others.
Reporter: Chiu Wen Chin
Editor: Deen He
(from MPRO, with special thanks to the ELC)
