Ulsan Eunwol Elementary School secured a historic dual podium finish at the 19th National School Sports Club Badminton Competition, capturing second place in the girls’ division and third place in the sports club tournament’s boys’ category.
Ministry of Education Hosts National Tournament in Gwangju
The two-day national tournament ran from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25 at the Gwangju Women’s University Universiade Gymnasium. The Ministry of Education hosted the event, while the Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Metropolitan City Office of Education, the Korea School Physical Education Promotion Association, and the Gwangju Badminton Association jointly organized the matches.
Girls Division Path To The Final
The Eunwol girls’ badminton squad—consisting of Yu Su-bi, Kim Gyu-ri, Yoon Si-eun, Park Yeon-a, Park Seo-yeon, and Seo Ji-ni—opened the tournament by claiming three wins against one loss in group-stage round-robin play to advance safely into the eight-team single-elimination bracket. In the quarterfinals, the Ulsan side defeated Hawon Elementary School 3-0. The team then overcame Daegu Duryangil Elementary School 2-1 in the semifinals to secure a spot in the championship match. Facing Seoul Gildong Elementary School in the final, the Eunwol players sustained intense rallies before dropping a narrow 2-1 decision to finish as tournament runners-up.
Boys Division Knockout Stage Run
The Eunwol boys’ squad—comprising Park Si-seo, Seo I-rok, Kim Min-jun, Choi Yu-jun, Kim Ryeong-hun, and Lee Hyun-gyu—delivered an energetic campaign that exceeded expectations. The team advanced past the opening rounds and eliminated Jeonju Osong Elementary School 2-1 in the quarterfinals. The boys’ run concluded in the semifinal round with a 1-2 loss against Yugu Elementary School, locking up a final third-place standing.
Student Dedication and Teacher Leadership Drive Podium Finishes
An official from Eunwol Elementary School credited the dual podium finishes to sustained dedication from the students, active backing from parents, and the focused leadership of teacher Chae Hee-ryong.
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