Four Female Athletes from Mata Town Shine with 2 Gold and 2 Silver Medals at Guangdong Provincial Games

On September 12, local government and Chinese Communist Party leaders in Matada Town met with the returning medalists to formally recognize their performances and review their ongoing training and academic schedules.

All-Matada Boxing Final Highlights Regional Talent Depth

The boxing competition at the provincial games featured an internal showdown in the women’s athletic group 54–57kg category. Liu Yushan, representing Lueyue Village’s Qianqian Village, squared off against Yang Yasis, representing Shihu Village, in a bracket that culminated in an all-Matada town final match.

According to race results, Liu Yushan secured the gold medal after a closely contested bout, while Yang Yasis earned the silver medal. Local sports observers noted that securing both the top podium spots in a single combat discipline points to significant depth in regional youth sports talent identification and training ecosystems within Dianbai District.

Overcoming Silence for Gold in Taekwondo

In the provincial disabled games, Lin Meilan claimed a gold medal in the hearing-impaired KP60 women’s 57kg taekwondo division. Representing Lueyue Village’s Shipopo Village, Lin navigated rigorous bracket matches despite facing profound communication barriers during training and competition.

According to event reports, Lin’s preparation required specialized methods to process rhythm, spatial awareness, and tactical cues in a silent environment. Her gold medal marks a major milestone for regional adaptive sports, drawing attention to the broader need for accessible training infrastructure and competitive pathways for athletes with disabilities.

Judo Silver Caps Strong Regional Medal Haul

Adding to the town’s podium finishes, Cai Xinyi—also hailing from Lueyue Village’s Shipopo Village—competed in the women’s group B 48kg judo tournament. Facing deep international and provincial fields, Cai utilized technical groundwork and defensive resilience to capture the silver medal.

Town officials highlighted that securing medals across three distinct disciplines—boxing, judo, and taekwondo—validates the community’s multi-sport development strategy rather than a reliance on a single standout athlete.

Town Leadership Reaches Out to Returnees

On September 12, executive leaders from the Matada Town Party Committee and municipal government hosted a formal debriefing and welcome session for the four athletes. Officials discussed the competitors’ daily training regimens, educational milestones, and athletic development plans.

During the meetings, town representatives praised the athletes’ dedication and competitive drive, encouraging them to maintain their focus for upcoming regional and national cycles. The athletes expressed appreciation for the local administrative backing and pledged to intensify their preparation for future competitions.