DLR - In celebration of Vietnamese Teachers' Day on November 20 and to promote health and fitness among staff members, Quy Nhon University collaborated with BIDV Binh Dinh Branch to organize the QNU Open Pickleball Tournament - a vibrant, meaningful, and emotionally engaging sporting event.

The Open Pickleball Tournament between QNU and BIDV Binh Dinh took place at the QNU Pickleball Complex - recently invested in and completed by the university.

Taking place on November 2, the tournament attracted widespread participation from staff members and employees from both organizations. Immediately following the solemn opening ceremony, matches unfolded energetically across three categories: Leadership Doubles, Men's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Each match showcased technical skills, tactical prowess, and passionate sportsmanship, delivering joyful moments of connection filled with positive energy.

Associate Professor Dr. Doan Duc Tung, Rector of QNU, emphasized that the tournament was one of the practical activities demonstrating the close connection and spirit of cooperation between the two organizations.

Speaking at the event, Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Quynh, Director of BIDV Binh Dinh Branch, extended sincere thanks to Quy Nhon University for its coordination and support in providing BIDV Binh Dinh staff with the opportunity to compete at the modern pickleball court complex recently constructed by the university. She highly praised the comprehensive and sustainable cooperative relationship between the two organizations over many years, while expressing hope that the tournament would leave lasting positive impressions and contribute to spreading the spirit of solidarity and close ties between BIDV Binh Dinh and Quy Nhon University.

On this occasion, she also extended health wishes to all the teachers at the university, hoping that they would continue to maintain their passion and dedication to the educational profession. Additionally, she expressed her desire that the Pickleball Clubs of both organizations would continue to develop robustly, attract more new members, and contribute to building an increasingly vibrant and sustainable sports movement.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Quynh, Director of BIDV Binh Dinh Branch, delivered remarks at the event.

The tournament attracted widespread participation from staff members and employees from both organizations.

With the goal of creating a healthy recreational environment and promoting physical fitness following Uncle Ho's example, the tournament not only encouraged staff to regularly participate in sports to improve their health and better serve their professional duties, but also served as an occasion to express gratitude, professional pride, and solidarity among teachers and workers on this special occasion.

On behalf of the university leadership, Associate Professor Dr. Doan Duc Tung, Rector of Quy Nhon University, extended thanks to BIDV Binh Dinh for its partnership in this sports exchange activity. The Rector noted that this was one of the practical activities demonstrating the close connection and spirit of cooperation between the two organizations, while expressing hope that the cooperative relationship between the university and BIDV Binh Dinh would continue to expand and develop across multiple fields in the future.

Notably, this sports exchange event also marked a significant milestone with the official commissioning of Quy Nhon University's pickleball court complex. The complex comprises 3 outdoor courts and 2 covered courts, meeting the diverse training needs of staff, faculty, students, and partners. With the completion of this complex, the total number of pickleball courts at the university has increased to 7 courts - a significant advancement in infrastructure investment, aimed at building a comprehensive, dynamic, and modern educational environment.

The Organizing Committee awarded 2 First Prizes, 2 Second Prizes, and 4 Third Prizes to outstanding athlete pairs

With meticulous organization, professional coordination from the referee team, and the passionate competitive spirit of the athletes, the tournament was conducted successfully. After many exciting matches, the athletes delivered spectacular performances that received enthusiastic support from a large audience. The Organizing Committee awarded 2 First Prizes, 2 Second Prizes, and 4 Third Prizes to outstanding athlete pairs, recognizing the valuable efforts and sportsmanship of members from both organizations.

The QNU - BIDV Pickleball Tournament was not merely a physical activity, but also an occasion to honor teachers, foster unity among staff, and strengthen the cooperative relationship between the two organizations. With exciting competition content, enthusiastic participation from athletes, and professional organization, the tournament left many positive impressions, contributing to spreading the message: "Healthy to teach well - Healthy to serve well."