From April 8 to 11, the “Zhejiang Youth · Love Sports” provincial youth fun volleyball tournament, organized by Zhejiang Provincial Committee of the Communist Youth League, Zhejiang Provincial Sports Bureau, Zhejiang Provincial Students’ Federation, and Zhejiang Provincial Young Pioneers Committee, concluded at Hangzhou Normal University. More than 850 participants from 64 universities competed. Taizhou University’s team won the championship in Group A. Cai Yuhao and Yu Junjie were named “Outstanding Athletes,” and Gan Runze received the “Outstanding Coach” award. Zhou Suhong, Secretary of Zhejiang Provincial Youth League Committee and Director of Zhejiang Provincial Young Pioneers Committee, presented the award to TU athletes.

Secretary Zhou Suhong presenting the award

TU team – Group A champions

Intense action on court

Taizhou University Youth League Committee and the University Sports Committee collaborated to select a strong team, coached by Gan Runze, Li Hongqin, Xu Jin, and Dai Zhenzhen from the School of Teacher Education (Physical Education). The team comprised ten students from various majors. On court, TU players showed fearless determination and relentless effort: precise serves, smooth passing, powerful spikes, diving saves, and solid blocks—every move reflected sweat and perseverance, every point demonstrated unity and strength. Off the court, the coaches provided scientific deployment and precise guidance, while the Youth League Committee ensured full logistical support.

Team spirit on court

Players encouraging each other

Coach rallying the team

This championship is a practical embodiment of TU’s active response to the “Zhejiang Youth · Love Sports” campaign and its commitment to the “Health First” education philosophy. The university has long used sports as a gateway, organizing activities such as “Music Night Runs,” campus marathons, and fun sports events, encouraging students to build physical fitness, strengthen willpower, cultivate character, and enhance teamwork.