(HBO) – Seventy anglers from 22 cities and provinces across the nation took part in the first Hoa Binh fishing contest, which opened at Ngoi Hoa Bay, Suoi Hoa commune, Tan Lac district, on October 28. The contest is held in the framework of the first Da River fish and shrimp festival, the agricultural fair and exhibition of OCOP products of the northern midland and mountainous area in 2023.

Anglers from Vinh Phuc province
engage in the first Hoa Binh fishing contest in 2023.
Engaging in the contest that features three
categories of lure fishing, handlining, and lancer fishing, anglers were free
to choose the types of fishing rods and baits. Those with the largest catch
would the competition. A "stylist” prize was given to the angler who had the
best outfit and the most standout fishing tool, and created a good image for
sport fishing.
After a thrilling competing day, the organising
board presented the first prize to Hoang Ngoc Bo from Tan Lac district, Hoa
Binh province, the second prize to Nguyen Van Lan from Sam Son city, Thanh Hoa
province, and the third prize to Vu Minh Ngoc from Hoai Duc district, Hanoi.
Vice Chairman of the provincial
People’s Committee Dinh Cong Su presents first, second and third prizes to
anglers.
Meanwhile, the first prizes in lure fishing,
handlining and lancer fishing went to Nguyen Viet Trung from Binh Tan, Ho Chi
Minh City, Hoang Trong Hieu from Luong Son district, Hoa Binh province, and
Nguyen Xuan Toan from Ung Hoa district, Hanoi, respectively.
The "stylist” prize was given to Nguyen Duc
Chinh from Hoa Binh province.
Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s
Committee Dinh Cong Su congratulated the anglers on their achievements,
expressing his hope that the tournament will be organised in the coming years
to popularise sport fishing and tourism of Hoa Binh province.
In the early days of the Year of the Snake, Hoa Binh province is filled with a lively and joyful atmosphere as various sports exchange and competition activities take place. These events have become a cherished tradition among local ethnic communities, strengthening their solidarity and fostering their close bonds. They contribute to the robust development of grassroots sports movements, enhancing the cultural and spiritual life of the people.
The Hoa Binh provincial Health sector trade union organized the 1st expanded Hoa Binh provincial Health sector Pickleball tournament in 2025.
At the Hoa Binh provincial sports arena, the Organizing Committee of the 8th Hoa Binh City Sports Festival 2025 held youth and championship crossbow shooting, tug of war, and stick pushing tournaments.
Enforcement Departments of 7 Provinces in the Northeastern and Mountainous Regions
On February 19th, at the Hoa Binh Province Sports Hall, the Cluster of Judicial Departments and Civil Judgment Enforcement Departments of 7 provinces in the Northeastern and Mountainous regions, including Hoa Binh, Thai Nguyen, Tuyen Quang, Bac Kan, Yen Bai, Bac Giang and Phu Tho organized a friendly sports competition. A total of 52 athletes from the provinces in the cluster participated in the competition.
At 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16th, at Hoa Binh Provincial Stadium, Hoa Binh Football Club (Hoa Binh FC) played against Long An Football Club (Long An FC) in round 9 of the National First Division Football Tournament - Bia Sao Vang, 2024 - 2025. The dramatic match ended in a 0-0 draw when no goals were scored.
At 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16th, at Hoa Binh Provincial Stadium, Hoa Binh Football Club (Hoa Binh FC) played against Long An Football Club (Long An FC) in round 9 of the National First Division Football Tournament - Bia Sao Vang, 2024 - 2025. The dramatic match ended in a 0-0 draw when no goals were scored.