The Jangsu County Council visited training sites on August 27, 2026, to encourage local athletes preparing for the upcoming 63rd Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province Sports Festival, according to the Jeonbuk Jeil Shinmun. Council members inspected preparation progress and offered words of support to athletes across multiple disciplines ahead of the multi-sport competition.
Training Site Visits and Athlete Support
According to reports from the Jeonbuk Jeil Shinmun, Jangsu County Council members toured several athletic facilities across the county, including the Janggye Park Golf Course, the Jangsu Tennis Court, and the Gyenam Elementary School Indoor Gymnasium. During these visits, the lawmakers met with representatives from the local athletic association and competitors training in park golf, tennis, group jump rope, jokgu, and hoop-throwing.
Council members urged the athletes to prioritize safety while giving their best efforts during the final stages of preparation. “We hope you will fully display the skills you have honed in the stadium and, above all, finish the competition safely without injury,” the council members stated, as reported by the Jeonbuk Jeil Shinmun.
Leadership Remarks on Regional Sports Development
Jangsu County Council Chairperson Jeong Sang-deuk emphasized the importance of the athletes’ contributions to the region. “I thank the athletes who are representing Jangsu County, raising the status of the region, and working hard for the development of sports,” Jeong said, according to the Jeonbuk Jeil Shinmun. He added that the council plans to maintain continuous interest in improving local athletic conditions and expanding support systems.
Schedule for the 63rd Jeonbuk Provincial Sports Festival
The 63rd Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province Sports Festival is scheduled to run from September 4 to September 6, 2026, according to the Jeonbuk Jeil Shinmun. Events will take place at the Jinan County Public Stadium and various designated discipline-specific venues throughout the host region.