The 2025 Hunan Provincial University Football League (Group A) commenced at Huaihua University on November 11, featuring 494 athletes from 21 teams of 17 institutions, including Central South University, Hunan Normal University, and Hunan University of Science and Technology.
Organized by the Provincial Department of Education, the league is divided into Group A, Group B, and Group C. Group A participants include university students admitted through exceptional athlete recommendations, professional players of university high-level sports teams, and college students majoring in sports-related disciplines such as football sports, sports training, and physical education (including postgraduate students admitted as undergraduates through the aforementioned channels). It also includes students from higher vocational colleges and vocational undergraduate universities admitted through independent sports enrollment and examination. The Group A competition is hosted by Huaihua University.
On the morning of the 11th, the men's team from Hunan Normal University faced off against Changsha Medical University. On the field, players from both sides engaged in a fierce contest. Offensive players weaved through the defenses, relentlessly challenging the opponent's backline; midfielders battled tenaciously for possession, dictating the tempo with precise passing; while goalkeepers made crucial saves, diving high and low to keep their nets secure. The match was characterized by rapid transitions between attack and defense, creating a tense and thrilling spectacle that fully showcased the passion and excitement inherent in the sport of football.
To ensure the successful hosting of the event, Huaihua University established seven specialized working groups. These include the competition group, venue and equipment support group, security group, medical support group, publicity and reporting group, student volunteer management and liaison group, and the ceremony and awards group. This ensured the safe, smooth, and orderly operation of the 2025 Hunan Provincial University Football League.
The tournament will run for nine days, concluding with an awards ceremony on the afternoon of the 19th. Trophies will be presented to the top eight teams in each category, and all athletes from these teams will receive certificates. Additionally, athletes from the top three teams will be awarded medals.
(Translated by Dong Yue)