Shiliuyun-Xinjiang Daily (Reporter Yao Gang) news: On the ice hockey rink at the No.1 Middle School of Urumqi County, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the ice hockey event of the second Winter Games of Xinjiang was being held, with young ice hockey players from all over the region competing here.

Among the audience were bloggers from China and abroad who participated in a local event.

It was noted by Yu Zhongmei, an American blogger, that ice hockey, popular in Europe and America, is also very popular here. Yu also exchanged views on ice hockey with the children at the competition site. When the conversation got exciting, everyone burst into laughter spontaneously.

"I find that the children all have a great passion for ice hockey," Misa, a domestic blogger who loves sports, said. She also sought advice from the children on the techniques and rules of ice hockey.

Photo shows bloggers visit the No.1 Middle School of Urumqi County, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun-Xinjiang Daily/ Yao Gang)

The young competitors, dressed in bright team uniforms and wearing protective helmets, were fully focused on the intense and exciting match on the ice. After the game, the bloggers, deeply inspired by the children's energy, put on professional ice hockey gear and carefully stepped onto the ice to try playing alongside kids. Although their skills were still rudimentary, their enthusiasm for the sport won them rounds of applause and cheers from the children. Under the patient guidance of the children, the bloggers gradually mastered the basic techniques and experienced the charm and fun of the sport.

During this activity, bloggers from China and abroad not only learned ice hockey skills but also gained a deep understanding of the development of ice hockey at the No. 1 Middle School of Urumqi County. This school, located at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, actively promotes ice and snow sports in winter and has become known for its focus on ice and snow sports. Qin Jiajun, the Party branch secretary of the middle school, introduced that ice hockey, as one of the most distinctive sports of the school, not only strengthens children's physique but also cultivates their spirit of perseverance and teamwork.

Photo shows bloggers from China and abroad take photos with children at the No.1 Middle School of Urumqi County, northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. (Photo by Shiliuyun-Xinjiang Daily/ Yao Gang)

It was mentioned by Stief, a blogger from the Netherlands, that they could feel the local emphasis on ice hockey and that the children really enjoyed the sport. It was also expressed that there is hope for the children to achieve better results in the future.

Everyone is very happy to see the school's emphasis on ice hockey. They believe that the school not only provides students with excellent training facilities and a professional coaching team but also actively organizes various competitions and exchange activities. This allows the children to train and improve themselves through real-life experiences. This visit is also a process of witnessing the children chasing their dreams.

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