Chongqing - On December 3, the Sanhe Primary School girls’ football team from Chongqing's Shizhu Tujia Autonomous County triumphed in the final of the third "Chasing the Wind" National League, securing a dominant 5-0 victory to retain their championship title. Their determination and skill lit up the stadium, showcasing the spirit of this mountain school.
The head coach, Guo Xin, is a retired professional coach. He is admired for his strict training and tactical precision, as well as his dedication to supporting his players both on and off the field. "I am moved by the love these mountain girls have for football," Guo shared. I hope to create more opportunities for them to excel and achieve their dreams in football."
Sanhe Primary’s football program, established 11 years ago, has won over 30 trophies and produced 35 national-level athletes. More than 80 players have joined Chongqing’s city teams. Former principal Sun Xiaoming praised the team’s success, symbolizing hope and perseverance for children in the mountains.
The girls from Sanhe Primary School in Chongqing's Shizhu Tujia Autonomous County lift the championship trophy once again at the "Chasing the Wind" National League award ceremony in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
Players fiercely compete on the field during the match in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province, on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
Before the match, Coach Guo gathers the team for a pep talk on December 2. (Photo/Long Fan)
Referees and players exchange high-fives in a moment of encouragement during the game in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province, on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
Players fiercely compete on the field during the match in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province, on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
Players fiercely compete on the field during the match in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province, on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
Coach Guo pumps his fist in celebration after a goal by Sanhe Primary School players in the stadium of Fifth Middle School, Zhijin County, Guizhou Province, on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)
After the semifinals, former principal Sun Xiaoming joins the Sanhe Primary School's team in performing a celebratory dance on December 2. (Photo/Long Fan)
Sanhe Primary School player Tan Zihan holds a football while asking former China Women's National Team coach Shui Qingxia for an autograph on December 3. (Photo/Long Fan)