Amateur Sports Week Begins in Edirne with Ceremony at Atatürk Monument
As part of the Amateur Sports Week celebrations in Edirne, a wreath was laid at the Atatürk Monument and a ceremony was held.
Amateur Sports Week events in Edirne officially started with an official ceremony held in front of the Atatürk Monument, opened with a wreath-laying ceremony attended by participants.
Start of the Ceremony
As part of the Amateur Sports Week events in Edirne, an official ceremony was held in front of the Atatürk Monument. The ceremony began with a moment of silence and the singing of the National Anthem.
Wreath Laying and Opening
Following the moment of silence and the National Anthem, a wreath was laid at the Atatürk Monument by the Edirne Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports. The ceremony continued with speeches regarding the significance and importance of the day.
Importance of Amateur Sports
Acting Edirne Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Zekeriya Bayrak made a speech at the ceremony, emphasizing that amateur sports form the foundation of Turkish sports. He stated that international successes are built upon amateur clubs.
Encouraging Youth in Sports
Zekeriya Bayrak stated that bringing children and youth together with sports, spreading sports culture, and supporting clubs are of great importance.
Inter-Institutional Cooperation
It was reported that the efforts are being carried out with the support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, under the auspices and coordination of the Edirne Governorate, and with stakeholders in the city.
Thanks and Closing
Bayrak thanked amateur sports clubs, coaches, athletes, and their families. The ceremony concluded after a group photo was taken for memory.