On May 12, 2025, National Economics University (NEU) held the closing and awards ceremony for its 2025 Annual Student Sports Tournaments, the largest annual sporting event exclusively for NEU students.

A view of the ceremony

Attending the closing and awards ceremony were Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU and Head of the Organizing Committee; MSc. Pham Duc Cuong, Head of the Department of Physical Education and Deputy Head of the Organizing Committee; representatives of the leadership of schools, departments, faculties, institutes, and centers; and, notably, more than 100 students representing nearly 1,000 athletes who participated in the tournaments.

After more than five months of spirited competition featuring a series of exciting, hard-fought, and emotional matches, this year’s season concluded with many unforgettable highlights. The teams not only demonstrated remarkable improvements in their skills and competitive composure but also delivered moments of brilliance, inspiring the many supporters and faculty members in attendance. The tournaments truly became a healthy, rewarding arena where students could improve their physical fitness and health while strengthening solidarity among units across the University.

With nearly 1,000 athletes participating, NEU’s 2025 Annual Student Sports Tournaments were organized professionally and systematically, drawing thousands of student visits to watch and cheer. The event not only strongly promoted sports participation within the student community but also helped identify and select promising athletes for the University’s sports teams to compete in tournaments in the Hanoi area and nationwide.

Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU and Head of the Organizing Committee, delivers remarks

Speaking at the ceremony, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU and Head of the Organizing Committee, praised the athletes’ competitive spirit and wholehearted dedication, as well as the well-organized work of the specialized units. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu affirmed that the success of this year’s tournaments provided a springboard for promoting physical education and sports, enhancing students’ mental well-being, and igniting a passion for physical activity among NEU students.

“We hope that students will continue to keep their passion alive, foster solidarity, compete in a spirit of fair play, and spread sportsmanship to every corner of the lecture halls. These are the core values of a dynamic, healthy, and well-rounded generation of NEU students,” Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu emphasized.

Faculty members and students attending the ceremony pose for a commemorative photo

The 2025 Annual Student Sports Tournaments have officially concluded, but the sportsmanship, youthful enthusiasm, and positive values they fostered will continue to resonate strongly within the NEU student community. The spirited competition, tireless efforts, and shining moments on the playing field will remain cherished memories of youth for each generation of students.

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Article and photos: Department of Communications

Summary of Results of National Economics University’s 2025 Annual Student Sports Tournaments

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