World's Day Inter-Family Soccer Tournament

In celebration of the 11th World’s Day, Family members from all over Korea gathered at the Hyochung Stadium in Seoul on June 1 to enjoy an exciting day of heavenly competition between the various provincial churches in Korea. Nine teams participated from each of the provinces in S. Korea, except for Cheju Island.

The first game between Choongbuk and Kyungbuk provinces began at 10:20 AM. Because of limitation of time, if the teams didn’t score at the end of the second half, each team was allowed three free kicks at the goal.

The day was filled with excitement and laughter from the antics of the amateur players and the enthusiastic support of the cheerleaders from each home province. In the middle of the day, a friendship match was held between the Headquarters Staff and the Business Staff of HSA-UWC. The HQ Staff won 2-0, helped along by one goal scored by center-forward John Price and by the spirited defense of goalie Won Pil Kim

First prize went to Kyunggi, 2nd prize to Chonbuk, and encouraging awards were given to Choongbuk and Chonnam provinces.

After the trophies were handed out, each team was given some money to enjoy a pulgogi dinner party. On the whole, the day was relaxing, enjoyable, and great fun for all.