National Training Center Receives NT$1.2M Sponsorship to Empower Athletes

TAIPEI, April 28 (CNA) — The National Sports Training Center (NSTC) announced today the launch of the 'Wish Vision Gold Medal Vision Support National Team Program.' Wish Vision Eye Clinic will sponsor NT$1.2 million to the center, helping Taiwan's top athletes access more resources. The NSTC held a press conference with Wish Vision, where the clinic announced the NT$1.2 million donation and the provision of high-spec ophthalmic medical resources, aiming to support the national team in various ways. NSTC spokesperson Liang Yong-bin told CNA that all sponsorship funds would eventually be used on the athletes. Liang explained that corporate sponsorships are considered the center's self-raised funds, used for product development of the NSTC brand or athlete welfare. For example, when athletes or coaches go abroad, they often need pins or small gifts for exchange; these can be designed and developed using the funds. Additionally, as the Ministry of Sports encourages athlete committees, these funds can subsidize attendance fees for athletes to fight for their rights. NSTC Deputy CEO Chuang Chia-chia said as a former athlete, she understands the importance of vision and is grateful for the corporate support. She mentioned this cooperation shows the center's determination to integrate resources and build a comprehensive support system. Wish Vision General Manager Lin Yi-ling stated this is not only corporate social responsibility but also a practical action of turning medical technology into national team support, allowing athletes to perform their best on the field.