【Kunitomi Town, Miyazaki Prefecture】Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association Inauguration Ceremony for Reiwa 8th Year Held! 14 Teams Pledge for a New Season
The Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association in Miyazaki Prefecture held its Reiwa 8th year inauguration ceremony at "Arena Kunitomi." Fourteen sports youth associations from the town gathered to renew their commitment for the new season, aiming to foster physical and mental development through sports and deepen bonds among peers.
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The Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association in Miyazaki Prefecture held its Reiwa 8th year inauguration ceremony on Monday, May 11, at "Arena Kunitomi." Fourteen sports youth associations from within the town gathered together to renew their determination for the new year's activities.
■ Background and Purpose of the Event
Children belonging to the 14 sports youth associations in Kunitomi Town gathered together, transcending the boundaries of their respective sports. The purpose of this ceremony, at the start of the new year, is to foster physical and mental development through sports and deepen bonds among peers.
■ Scene of the Ceremony
At the ceremony, an opening address was given by Mr. Noriyoshi Ouchi, Head of the Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association. Following this, warm words of encouragement were given to the children by Mayor Toshio Hidaka and Chairman Mitsuhiro Hoyori, representing the guests of honor.
Additionally, Mr. Yuichiro Ogata (Yashiro/Morinaga Softball Sports Youth Association), who received a letter of appreciation from the Miyazaki Prefectural Board of Education in recognition of his long-standing achievements, was introduced.
■ Unique Team Introductions and Strong Pledges
Towards the end of the ceremony, during the introduction of each team, some groups presented unique and lively performances, including singing.
Finally, Ms. Chieri Hidaka of "Kiwaki STARS☆ Sports Youth Association" as the representative of the members, and Mr. Michihiro Miyanaga as the representative of the instructors, delivered powerful pledges.
Through the strong pledges by the representatives, the members of the 14 participating teams began a year of fostering physical and mental development through sports and deepening bonds among peers.
【Contact for this matter】
Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association Secretariat (Kunitomi Town Office Social Education Division)
Phone: 0985-75-0757
Email: syakai@town.kunitomi.miyazaki.jp
Official Website: https://www.town.kunitomi.miyazaki.jp/
■ Background and Purpose of the Event
Children belonging to the 14 sports youth associations in Kunitomi Town gathered together, transcending the boundaries of their respective sports. The purpose of this ceremony, at the start of the new year, is to foster physical and mental development through sports and deepen bonds among peers.
■ Scene of the Ceremony
At the ceremony, an opening address was given by Mr. Noriyoshi Ouchi, Head of the Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association. Following this, warm words of encouragement were given to the children by Mayor Toshio Hidaka and Chairman Mitsuhiro Hoyori, representing the guests of honor.
Additionally, Mr. Yuichiro Ogata (Yashiro/Morinaga Softball Sports Youth Association), who received a letter of appreciation from the Miyazaki Prefectural Board of Education in recognition of his long-standing achievements, was introduced.
■ Unique Team Introductions and Strong Pledges
Towards the end of the ceremony, during the introduction of each team, some groups presented unique and lively performances, including singing.
Finally, Ms. Chieri Hidaka of "Kiwaki STARS☆ Sports Youth Association" as the representative of the members, and Mr. Michihiro Miyanaga as the representative of the instructors, delivered powerful pledges.
Through the strong pledges by the representatives, the members of the 14 participating teams began a year of fostering physical and mental development through sports and deepening bonds among peers.
【Contact for this matter】
Kunitomi Town Sports Youth Association Secretariat (Kunitomi Town Office Social Education Division)
Phone: 0985-75-0757
Email: syakai@town.kunitomi.miyazaki.jp
Official Website: https://www.town.kunitomi.miyazaki.jp/