NTTU finish as runner-up in Ho Chi Minh City Student Karate Tournament 2025
NTTU – On March 22, 2025, at the Ho Chi Minh City Student Cultural House, the 2025 Ho Chi Minh City Student Karate Tournament took place in a lively atmosphere, with the participation of over 200 martial artists from 18 universities and colleges in the area. The event was organized by the Student Union of Nguyen Tat Thanh University in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh City Student Cultural House, creating a valuable platform to promote martial arts among the student community.
From the very first rounds, the martial artists demonstrated their determination and skilled techniques, delivering thrilling matches. In particular, the final matches were the highlight of the tournament, where the athletes not only competed in terms of physical strength and strategy but also showcased their resilience under the pressure of the competition.
This year’s tournament featured a variety of exciting events, including 9 individual female Kumite categories, 9 individual male Kumite categories, individual Kata for both men and women, as well as team events such as team Kata and team Kumite.
As expected, the Karate team of Nguyen Tat Thanh University had an outstanding season. With a strong competitive spirit for the university and their teammates, the athletes overcame many tough opponents to achieve the overall second-place position with:
🥇 4 Gold Medals
🥈 5 Silver Medals
🥉 3 Bronze Medals
After the tournament, martial artist Huỳnh Phúc from NTTU shared: “We have trained relentlessly, and when stepping onto the mat, everyone carried with them the highest spirit of determination. This achievement is the result of the unity and perseverance of the whole team, the dedicated support from our teachers and friends, and especially the professional guidance from our coaches.”
The success of the team not only comes from the athletes’ persistent training but also from the strong support of the university. With a modern infrastructure and a dynamic learning environment, NTTU always creates the best conditions for students to develop both physically and mentally. The university not only focuses on professional training but also invests heavily in extracurricular activities, especially sports, helping students improve their physical strength, build resilience, and foster teamwork which are key factors for their success both in the classroom and on the competitions.
In addition, the coaching staff of the NTTU Karate team plays a crucial role in strategizing, developing a structured training plan, and inspiring the athletes, helping them maximize their potential. The encouragement from coaches, friends, and the entire NTTU student body also serves as a great source of motivation, fueling the team’s determination to give their all and achieve outstanding results.
Nguyễn Tất Thành University is not only a place that provides a strong educational foundation but also an ideal environment for students to develop comprehensively in terms of physical health, intellect, and life skills. The achievements of the Karate team this year are a clear testament to the university’s practical educational philosophy, affirming NTTU’s pioneering position in promoting student sports activities.
The 2025 Ho Chi Minh City Student Karate Tournament concluded with the motto “Unity – Determination – Overcoming All Challenges,” leaving many beautiful impressions in the hearts of fans and athletes alike. Once again, congratulations to the Nguyễn Tất Thành University Karate team for their proud achievements!
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