International Dragon Boat Team wins 2nd Prize

Dragon Boat Racing, originating from the custom of the Dragon Boat Festival and with a history of more than 2000 years in China, has become a very popular modern sport nowadays.

Organized by the USTC Dragon Boat Team, the 2nd “Huami Cup”of Dragon Boat Racing was held at the foot of Zipeng Mountain on May 9, 2021.

Twenty-five dragon boat teams with more than 270 USTC students participated in this great event, including the dragon boat team composed of our international scholar and students.

With the guidance of coach Keith Littlebury and led by captain Amara Ilyas, all the team members of the International Dragon Boat Team showed their teamwork spirit and won the second prize in the finals of the 200-meter race.

The dragon boat race not only symbolizes traditional Chinese culture, but also exemplifies the sports spirits of excellence, teamwork, dedication, courage, and solidarity. Through the competition and fighting as dragon boat athletes the international students achieved a deeper understanding of Chinese traditional sports and also gained a sense of pride and happiness!

Congratulations to our International Dragon Boat Team!