Van Lang University organizes the inter-university division swimming tournament of “The academic year 2023- 2024”

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In April 2024,  Van Lang University hosted “The inter-university division swimming tournament of the academic year 2023 - 2024”. The event received enthusiastic athletes who were staff, faculty members and students from 08 universities within the city.

“The inter-university division swimming tournament of the academic year 2023 - 2024” is an annual event organized with the aim of enhancing physical fitness, promoting awareness of health improvement, and encouraging sportsmanship in the educational sector. In April 2024, Van Lang University hosted the tournament, coinciding with the celebration of the 49th anniversary of Liberation Day of the South and Reunification Day of Vietnam (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2024), and the 138th anniversary of International Labor Day (May 1, 1886 - May 1, 2024). Additionally, with a large number of athletes and spectators, the tournament provided an opportunity for faculty, staff, and students from various institutions to exchange experiences, fostering camaraderie and mutual learning.

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“The inter-university division swimming tournament of the academic year 2023 - 2024” contributes to the development of sports activities in the educational sector, encouraging lecturers and students to enhance their health and physical fitness.

With over a month of preparation, the tournament received enthusiastic participation from 08 universities in Ho Chi Minh City: Hoa Sen University, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, Saigon University of Technology, Ho Chi Minh City University of Foreign Languages and Information Technology, Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine, Saigon International University, Hung Vuong University Ho Chi Minh City, and Van Lang University.

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In 2024, Van Lang University hosted the tournament with enthusiastic participation from 8 universities in Ho Chi Minh City.

“The inter-university division swimming tournament of the academic year 2023 - 2024” took place on April 6, 2024, at the main Olympic swimming pool of Van Lang University, competing in three categories: 

  • Men's Individual: 50m freestyle and 50m breaststroke
  • Women's Individual: 50m freestyle and 50m breaststroke
  • Mixed Medley Relay: male - female.

With a spirit of sportsmanship and determination for victory, since March 8, the teams from various universities have commenced gathering and conducting intensive training sessions in preparation for the upcoming tournament. In 2024, Van Lang University's team participated with 36 athletes, guided by Ms. Pham Thi Ngoc Chi - coach of the faculty staff and lecturer team and Ms. Nguyen Trong Nghia - coach of the student team.

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The VLU swimming team for 2024 is led by Ms. Pham Thi Ngoc Chi MSc. Pham Thi Ngoc Chi - the coach for the staff and faculty team, and MSc. Nguyen Trong Nghia - the student team coach
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Truong Viet Vu, student majoring in Information Technology course 28 , who is currently a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Swimming Team, also participated in the tournament.

This year's team also includes Truong Viet Vu, student majoring in Information Technology course 28, who is currently a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Swimming Team. Viet Vu is among the students who have received a 100% Talent Scholarship for the entire course due to his impressive sports achievements: a professional national swimmer, the Kien Tuong Athlete Award in 2020 and 2021, and a Silver Medalist in the 4x100m Mixed Relay at the National Championship in the 25m pool in 2022.

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The Van Lang University swimming team is ready for the “The inter-university division swimming tournament of the academic year 2023 - 2024”

With thorough preparation, wishing to the faculty and students a successful tournament, reaping additional health, joy, and memorable experiences.

News: VLU Sport Center
Images: Khanh Dang

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