Message from Director General (21 people were awarded at Aoba Ward Sports People's Gathering and exchanges with sports promotion organizations in the city were held.)

　The 28th Aoba Ward Sport Gathering was held at 18:00 on February 3, with the members of the Aoba Ward Sports Association. This is the first time in four years since the event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and closed due to renovation work.
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　Aoba Ward Sports Association Chairman Kikuchi gave a certificate of commendation to three Aoba Ward Sports Contributors, and 17 Aoba Ward Sports Spread Award and one winner of the Yokohama Sports Achievement Award. I would like to express my respect for the steady activities that led to the award, and wish you all the best in the future.
　After that, Vice Chairman Yamakawa of the Ward Sports Association "30th Anniversary!" The chat began with a toast saying "Congratulations!"
　In addition, the members of the Nippon Sport Science University cheerleader Club `` VORTEX '' performed, but there are plenty of contents to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the constituency system, and the powerful and smiling performance was energetic, and the 30th anniversary year It was a further boost for the year. At the end of the performance, great applause and cheers were heard, and it is impressive that the entire venue was wrapped in a sense of celebration.
　After the mid-term greeting by Vice Chairman Kato of the Ward Sports Association, a peaceful chat continued for a while, and I was able to have a good time feeling the daily connection of everyone and the enthusiasm for this year's activities. .
　This year, sports competitions in the city will become more and more active, and we look forward to meeting with the members of the ward sports association next year.
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

February 2024 Takao Nakajima, Mayor of Aoba