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Sports Day at IFLHS

Introduction

Incheon Foreign Language High School’s annual Sports Day is a highly anticipated
event, where students from all year groups come together to cheer for their
teams. The day holds a unique charm as students are grouped by their language
departments — Japanese, Spanish, and Chinese — creating a sense of both unity
and friendly rivalry. This tradition fosters not only school spirit but also a memorable
bonding experience across different age groups. This year’s event featured a lineup
of five main sports: basketball, soccer, relay racing, dodgeball, and volleyball. Among
these, basketball stole the spotlight, drawing intense enthusiasm from players and
spectators alike. In a thrilling showdown, the Chinese Department triumphed over the
Spanish Department in a close match, securing their place in the finals. There, they faced
off against the Japanese Department, whose formidable teamwork ultimately won them the
championship.

Excitement carried over to the volleyball matches, where the final face-off between the Japanese and
Chinese Departments captivated the audience. Students cheered as they watched their classmates
compete in a display of skill, cooperation, and resilience. The intense match served as a reminder
that Sports Day is more than just a test of athleticism; it’s an opportunity for students to learn about
collaboration, mutual respect, and the value of working toward a shared goal. Beyond individual
competitions, the day highlighted values like fairness, respect, and the power of teamwork. By
bringing students together in such a spirited setting, Sports Day reinforces that winning isn’t the only
prize — it’s the friendships, unity, and collective memories created along the way.

The Dodgeball Tournament

Dodgeball is a sport that probably all students have played at least once in their childhood.
All you have to do is to hit the opponents with the ball. This simple yet entertaining game of
sport attracted lots of attention from the students. With the Japanese department having
earned a place in the finals by default, the Chinese department and the Spanish department
competed first. The support and cheering from both ends of the court were absolutely phenomenal
– you could feel that they all wanted their team to win.

Interview with Bomin Koo: Player from the Chinese Department

1. What was your role during the match?
▶ I played as an outfielder trying to get as many hits as possible without having to worry about
getting hit.

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