New soccer pitch inspires girls at Ningxia primary school

The Zhangcheng Primary School girls’ soccer team in Longde county, Guyuan city, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, recently celebrated the inauguration of their new soccer field, the Rose Dream Stadium. This state-of-the-art facility is a result of a collaborative initiative between the Chinese Football Association and Alipay, stemming from the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games. The project aims to donate stadiums to rural schools, with the Rose Dream Stadium being the ninth and final installation under this agreement. Themed around the national women’s soccer team, the pitch is designed to inspire and empower young female athletes. The new stadium not only provides a modern training ground but also symbolizes a commitment to fostering gender equality in sports. The girls’ soccer team expressed their excitement and gratitude, highlighting how the new pitch will enhance their skills and passion for the game. This initiative is a significant step towards promoting sports development in rural areas and encouraging more girls to pursue their athletic dreams.