[OSEN=Hong Jisu Reporter] Boxers from the sports team affiliated with Woosuk University's Jincheon Campus achieved the best results in the team's history by winning one silver and two bronze medals at the 106th National Sports Festival.

On the 22nd, Park Seong-hyeok (sophomore, Department of Lifestyle Sports), representing Chungcheongbuk-do in the men's collegiate lightweight final held at the BEXCO 2nd Exhibition Hall in Busan, narrowly lost on a split decision against Jang Dong-hwan, representing Sejong Special Self-Governing City, after an intense battle, securing a silver medal. Park received loud applause from the audience for his relentless fighting spirit and tenacity throughout the match.

Additionally, Kim Tae-oh (freshman, Department of Lifestyle Sports), representing Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province in the men's collegiate lightweight division, stood out with strong determination despite being a freshman. On the 20th, he defeated Lee Chang-jo, representing Gyeonggi-do, via a unanimous decision in the third round of the preliminary semifinals. The following day, on the 21st, he faced his teammate Park Seong-hyeok in the semifinals and lost 2-3, concluding the tournament with a bronze medal.

Kim Jong-wook (sophomore, Department of Lifestyle Sports), representing Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province, demonstrated overwhelming performance in the men's open lightweight flyweight division. On the 20th, he secured a first-round RSC victory against Kwon Won-bin, representing Busan Metropolitan City, in the preliminary semifinals. On the 21st, he showcased strong focus and composure in the semifinals against Kim Min-seo, representing Gyeonggi-do, but narrowly lost, earning a bronze medal.

President Park No-jun stated, "The relentless challenge and passion shown by our boxing team are a great pride for the university. We will continue to provide unwavering support to foster more talents in sports."

Woosuk University Boxing Team Posts Historic Best