TVU – Truong Thi Hong Thanh, a Hospitality Management student at Tra Vinh University’s College of Southern Khmer Language – Culture – Arts and Humanities, is making waves both in the classroom and on the Taekwondo mat.
Born in 2003 in Tieu Can district, Tra Vinh province, Hong Thanh began her martial arts journey at 14. Now, she’s on a mission to collect medals while maintaining academic excellence.
“I initially joined the Tieu Can Taekwondo Club for self-defense and fitness,” Thanh recalls. “It wasn’t until I joined Tra Vinh University’s Taekwondo Club that I truly pursued my passion.”
Under the guidance of her university coaches, Hong Thanh has flourished. Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Tuan, head of the Taekwondo Club, praises her dedication: “Hong Thanh embodies teamwork and commitment. She always strives for the club’s development.”
Despite a demanding training schedule, the university supports Hong Thanh in balancing her studies with her passion for martial arts. This support has paid dividends, with Hong Thanh racking up an impressive list of achievements:
- Gold medal in individual sparring at the 2022 Soc Trang Taekwondo Championship
- Gold in individual standard patterns, gold and bronze in team sparring at the 2023 Tra Vinh Taekwondo Championship
- Gold in female individual sparring (43 kg category) and bronze in individual standard patterns at the 2024 National Student Taekwondo Championship
- Gold medals in individual standard patterns, female individual sparring (43 kg category), and female team sparring at the 2024 Tra Vinh Taekwondo Championship
Hong Thanh’s success extends beyond the mat. She received a certificate of merit for her outstanding contributions to student movements and activities in 2023, highlighting her involvement in the TVU Student Association.
Described as sociable and active in extracurricular activities, Hong Thanh maintains an elegant demeanor even in her white training uniform. She emphasizes her commitment to excel under her coaches’ guidance, aiming for the best competition results.
Looking ahead, Hong Thanh plans to strive for academic excellence while actively training and participating in sports activities. She aims to promote health and fitness among the student community at Tra Vinh University.
By Lan Anh
TD-ĐL
