Progress of the HKSI redevelopment
As part of the HKSAR Government's sports development policy, the Government has geared up preparations for the redevelopment of the Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI) to provide world-class training facilities for local athletes. Please visit http://www.hksi.org.hk/hksdb/front/e_redevelopment.html for the latest news on the redevelopment project.
HKSI Athletes' Hostel comes into operation
The HKSI officially opened its Athletes' Hostel sited at the Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village on 15 January 2007. Over 100 coaches and athletes attended the ceremony.
Cycling team wins 2 medals at the 11th Tour of South China Sea
The Hong Kong cycling team won 2 silver medals at the 11th Tour of South China Sea held on 25 ¡V 30 December 2006. The 6-stage tour started in Hong Kong, and then moved to Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Foshan, Zhuhai to finish in Macau.
Tang Wang-yip came second in the General Individual Classification and was awarded the Best Greater China rider. The team came second in the Team Classification.
Squash player Chiu Wing-yin wins her first Buler Squash Challenge Cup title
The Hong Kong squash player Chiu Wing-yin took the women's title in a straight games at the Buler Squash Challenge Cup held on 17 ¡V 21 January 2007 in Hong Kong. Wong Wai-hang finished second in the men's event.
HKSI holds a media tour of its facilities at the Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village
The HKSI held a media tour of its facilities at the Wu Kwai Sha Youth Village on 23 January 2007. Over 30 journalists representing 17 print and electronic media organisations participated in the tour. They visited the training facilities, athletes' hostel and various ancillary facilities.
„X The Hongkong Bank Foundation Continuing Coach Education Programme (CCEP)
A seminar on "Sports risk management" organised by the Hong Kong Coaching Committee was held on 8 December 2006 at the Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI). Solicitor Mr. Fok Woo-ping presented a seminar in basic legal issues related to sports professionals and risk management in sport. Over 60 coaches attended the seminar.
HKSI staff team performs well in the 2006 Corporate Games
Congratulations to the HKSI staff team for winning a gold, silver and bronze medal in the men's 200m, men's 1500m, and men's individual distance track event at the 2006 Corporate Games. The Games were held between October 2006 and January 2007 and are an annual sport promotional activity organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department for employers and employees of local private and public organisations.
The Hong Kong Sports Institute would like to wish you a Prosperous Year of the Pig
