Events
-
-
[Asian Road Cycling Championships 2025] EdUHK Elite Athlete-Students Win Two Bronze Medals!
Five elite student-athletes (Bachelor of Health Education (Honours)) brought home the bronze medal at the Asian Road Cycling Championships 2025. The championship was held in Thailand from February 7 to 15. The elite student-athletes — Lau Wan Yau, Mow Ching Yin, Ng Pak Hang, Lee Sze Wing, Leung Wing Yee, partnered with Yang Qianyu competed in the Mixed Team Relay. The team completed the 10.7-kilometer course in 51 minutes, 28.239 seconds, clinching third place. Lee Sze Wing further competed in the Women’s Elite Individual Road Race, finishing in 2 hours, 43 minutes, and 5 seconds to claim another bronze medal. This marks the second consecutive victory for the Hong Kong team at the championship. Congratulations to the athletes for their remarkable achievement!
-
-
[TVB J Sport]Promoting Light Volleyball: An Adapted Physical Activity for the Older Adults and People with Physical Disabilities
Recently, Dr. LEUNG Ka Man, Carman, an Associate Professor of the Department of Health and Physical Education at our university, was invited to introduce light volleyball on the J Sport program on TVB. Dr. Leung explained that, compared to traditional volleyball, light volleyball features a larger and lighter ball with simpler rules, making it easier for participants to get started. Additionally, as a non-contact sport, light volleyball significantly reduces the risk of injury, making it particularly suitable for older adults.
-
Successful 2nd PE Assembly 2024/25 Insights on EDB’s Optimization of Weighting for Internal Assessments in Physical Education
The Health and Physical Education (HPE) department successfully hosted the 2nd Physical Education (PE) Assembly on 20 January, 2025, which served as a pivotal platform for over 180 students from the Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Physical Education) and Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Primary and Secondary) programmes.
-
[Casablanca African Open 2025] Yeung Nok Lam won a SILVER in Women -57 kg!
Our graduate of elite-athlete, Yeung Nok Lam (Bachelor of Health Education (Honours)), competed in the Casablanca African Open 2025 (held from January 18 to January 19, 2025). The competition took place in Casablanca, Morocco. A total of 11 athletes from Hong Kong were sent to compete in 7 weight categories for both men and women. Nok Lam participated in the Women -57 kg category, where she defeated her opponent from Liechtenstein in the group stage, advancing to the semifinals. She then triumphed over the representative from Tunisia, securing a spot in the final and ultimately winning the silver medal. Congratulations to Nok Lam!
-
-
[2024 National Rowing Autumn Championships] – Chiu Hin-chun Wins Bronze to Conclude This Year on a High Note!
The 2024 National Rowing Autumn Championships took place on December 21 in Lishui, Zhejiang. Representing Hong Kong at the Paris Olympics and EdUHK elite athlete-student, Chiu Hin-chun (Master of Social…
-
[AusCycling National Championships] EdUHK Elite Student-Athletes Win One Gold, One Silver, and One Bronze
Our elite student-athlete, Lee Sze Wing (Bachelor of Health Education (Honours)), delivered an outstanding performance at the AusCycling National Championships held in Melbourne, Australia, from December 19 to 21, 2024.…
-
Empowering Seniors: HPE Joins Tai Po Golden Age Sports and Wellness Day
HPE successfully participated in the Tai Po Golden Age Sports and Wellness Day on December 13, 2024. The event was organized in collaboration with the Home Affairs Department, the Tai…
-
[International Table Tennis Federation Mixed Team World Cup 2024] – EdUHK Doo Hoi Kem claimed Bronze in Mixed Team World Cup!
The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Mixed Team World Cup was held in Chengdu, China, from December 1 to 8. The Hong Kong, China table tennis team faced Korea in the semifinals on December 8 morning but was defeated, moving on to the Bronze Medal match against Romania. Our elite athlete, Doo Hoi Kem (Bachelor of Health Education (Honours)), competed in the women's singles for team Hong Kong, China. In the match against Romania, team Hong Kong, China initially took the lead in the mixed doubles, winning 3-0. Doo Hoi Kem then extended the lead to 5-1 by winning her women's singles matches against Bernadette Szocs. Team Hong Kong, China continued their strong performance in the men's singles and doubles, ultimately winning the Bronze Medal with a total score of 8-2. Congratulations to Doo Hoi Kem for bringing glory to Hong Kong, China on the international stage!
-
-
Master of Social Sciences in Sports Coaching and Management’s Students Inspired by Guest Lecture on Elite Athlete Training by Honorary Professor Shen Jinkang
On 26 November 2024, we welcomed Honorary Professor Shen Jinkang (沈金康), former head coach of the Hong Kong Cycling Team, to deliver a guest lecture titled "The Application of Sports Science in Elite Athlete Training" to students in the Master of Social Sciences in Sports Coaching and Management programme. Professor Shen was recently conferred an Honorary Professorship by EdUHK in recognition of his outstanding contributions to elite sports coaching and development.
-
HPE Gathering for Research Postgraduate Students
The recent "Gathering for Postgraduate Students" was successfully held on 25 November 2024, serving as a much-needed respite for students immersed in their research journeys. The activities, including lively table…
-
Training workshops on promoting mental well-being through outdoor land/nature play and creative activities
We are pleased to share about the upcoming professional training opportunity on land/nature play for those working with children and young people. A renowned trainer: Kate Macairt will be conducting a series of workshops, and you are encouraged to participate to explore more creative training with a focus on mental well-being in different settings.
-
Visiting Professor Raymond LEE Discusses Motion Sensors in Healthcare Seminar
The Faculty of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (FLASS) and Department of Health and Physical Education (HPE) proudly welcomed our External Member of the Faculty Development Advisory Committee (FDAC), Prof. Raymond LEE, an esteemed scholar in spine biomechanics, ageing, osteoporosis, and health technology, visiting the EdUHK from 4 to 8 November 2024.
