On November 13, the Development Meeting for Hangzhou Football Academy was held at Hangzhou Normal University. Party Secretary Guo Dongfeng chaired the event, emphasizing the importance of aligning the academy’s progress with the city’s strategic goals for becoming a national hub for football development.

Li Lingwei, Executive Board Member of the International Olympic Committee, Vice President of the Chinese Olympic Committee, Chair of the Samaranch Foundation, and university-level leader of Hangzhou Normal University, attended the meeting along with other distinguished guests. The meeting was chaired by Huang Zhaoxin, Vice President of the university. The attendees jointly witnessed the inauguration of the Hangzhou Football Academy.

The municipal government has prioritized the establishment of the academy and emphasized its mission is to strengthen the cultivation of football talent, build robust faculty teams, and foster international cooperation.

A key focus is the academy’s international outreach. Collaboration with organizations such as the Samaranch Foundation will enhance faculty development, student training, and cultural exchange. Additionally, the academy aims to integrate football activities at all levels, from campus competitions to city-wide events, to foster a vibrant football culture and encourage holistic student development.

During the event, the academy signed a strategic agreement with the Samaranch Foundation, marking a new phase of development. With its ambitious goals and innovative strategies, Hangzhou Football Academy is set to become a leading institution in the field, contributing significantly to the advancement of football education and the broader sports industry in China.