The 12th Rector of UNY Cup Tennis Tournament once again became a platform for strengthening camaraderie among tennis enthusiasts, particularly in Kulon Progo Regency. The event was held in a lively and enthusiastic atmosphere, bringing together participants from various backgrounds and regions in the spirit of sportsmanship and togetherness. The tournament served not only as a competitive sports event but also as a means of fostering relationships among tennis communities.

The tournament was organized by Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta as part of its commitment to promoting sports development and strengthening engagement with the wider community. Hosted in Kulon Progo, the event drew significant enthusiasm from both athletes and spectators who came to support the participants.

The Rector of UNY, Prof. Sumaryanto, expressed appreciation for the successful organization of the event and emphasized that sports activities such as this are important not only for maintaining physical fitness but also for strengthening friendship and social cohesion.

“Through this tournament, we hope to strengthen friendship and build healthy sportsmanship among tennis enthusiasts,” he stated.

Participants competed in a spirit of fair play and enthusiasm throughout the matches. The event also became an opportunity for tennis players to showcase their skills while expanding networks and maintaining harmonious relationships among sports communities.

In addition to the competition, the event reflected UNY’s role in encouraging healthy lifestyles and supporting sports development at the regional level. Through collaborative sporting events such as the Rector of UNY Cup, the university continues to contribute to building stronger social connections and promoting community well-being.

The tournament is also aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).