Recently, the 2024 National Orienteering Championships took place in Guilin , Guangxi. Huang Junfeng, a student from Class 1222 of Physical Education Department in HXIT, performed outstandingly, winning third prizes in both the individual short-distance and middle-distance events. This marks the first time a student from HXIT has won awards at this prestigious competition, writing a new chapter for HXIT's orienteering program.
Huang Junfeng earned his spot on the provincial team with his outstanding performance in the trials and participated in several intensive training sessions . On the field , with his solid technical skills and tenacious fighting spirit , he stood out among many top - notch athletes and finally won third prizes in two events . HXIT attaches great importance to the development of the orienteering program and provided Huang Junfeng with all - round support , which served as a solid backing for his excellent performance on the field . In a post-race interview, Huang Junfeng said, this competition was not only a comprehensive test of my daily training results but also a precious opportunity to communicate with and learn from high - level athletes for self - improvement. I couldn ' t have achieved good results without the painstaking guidance of my coaches and the collaborative support of my team . They provided me with a solid backup , enabling me to go all out on the field.
As one of the most prestigious and professional orienteering events in China, the National Orienteering Championships represent the pinnacle of the sport in the country. This year's competition attracted 117 teams and 912 elite athletes from 25 provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities directly under the central government, and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The competition featured sprint, middle-distance, and relay races, which comprehensively tested participants' physical endurance, map-reading skills, and decision-making abilities under pressure. It also provided a premier platform for orienteering enthusiasts to showcase their talent and push their limits.
