HUTB Faculty and Staff Basketball Team Wins Championship in Institution Division of 18th Hunan Provincial Units Basketball Tournament
2024-07-01
On June 29, the 18th Hunan Provincial Units Basketball Tournament, hosted by the Hunan Sports Bureau and organized by the Hunan Province Basketball Association and the Hunan Provincial Units Staff Cultural and Sports Association, concluded in Changsha. The tournament lasted for 16 days and featured a total of 77 teams. After intense competition in the round-robin format, HUTB's faculty and staff basketball team won the institution division championship with their excellent teamwork, tenacious spirit, and superb skills.
This event was not just a sports competition but also a comprehensive showcase of the teams' unity and fighting spirit. HUTB's faculty and staff basketball team excelled among many strong teams, particularly demonstrating resilience and tactical acumen in their match against the team of Hunan Polytechnic of Environment and Biology. In the first three quarters, the score remained close. In the second quarter, Zhang Chi's three-pointer calmed the team, followed by Huang Lianpeng becoming a defensive powerhouse in the paint. Fang Junlei's fast breaks pressed the advantage, with both teams trading blows evenly. Xiong Jun and Xie Kai also scored frequently in the paint. In the decisive fourth quarter, Lu Jianing orchestrated the team, enabling his teammates to get into form and score from various positions. Thanks to precise three-point shooting and solid defense, they successfully extended their lead and won the crucial match.
Reflecting on the entire series, HUTB's faculty and staff basketball team stood out with many highlights. Technically, they demonstrated efficient offense and a rock-solid defense. Spiritually, their cohesive teamwork, unity, and relentless fighting spirit left a lasting impression on the audience. In every game, regardless of the opponent's strength, they gave their all, showing respect for the game and their rivals, which reflected a high level of sportsmanship. The coaching team's strategic planning also played a crucial role. The coaches were always able to adjust tactics based on the characteristics of different opponents, fully utilizing each player's strengths, allowing the team to operate seamlessly and efficiently. Their flexible and varied tactical approaches enabled the university's faculty and staff basketball team to handle challenges with confidence and ultimately secure victory.
The championship victory is the result of our faculty and staff basketball team's long-term dedication and relentless efforts. We believe that in future competitions, the faculty and staff basketball team will continue to maintain their excellent form and bring more honors to the university. (Written by Lu Jianing, Li Yang and Chen Luming and photos by Hu Jianwen and Guo Jingxian from the School of Physical Education and Health)
