The Córdoba delegation has achieved four medals in the first days of competition of the 2024 National Intercollegiate Games, which take place simultaneously in Bogotá, Pereira, Manizales and Bucaramanga. The athletes from Cordoba achieved two golds, a silver and a bronze in the disciplines of athletics and judo.
The Córdoba team, made up of 103 students from different educational institutions in the department, began its participation on November 19 in this final phase that will last until November 30. The competitions are distributed in four host cities for the 12 disciplines in which the delegation participates.
In athletics, Isabella Buelvas, from La Salle de Montería school, won the gold medal in the women’s youth 100 meters. For his part, Andrés Ignacio Valdez Otalvaro won another gold in discus throw, while Lilibeth Zúñiga, from the Julio C. Miranda Educational Institution in San Antero, won the silver medal in long jump.
In the judo discipline, Stiven Hernández, a student at the Enrique Olaya Herrera Educational Institution in San Bernardo del Viento, achieved bronze in the -40 kilogram category in the competitions held in Bogotá.
The departmental representation competes in athletics, judo, triathlon, volleyball, integrated chess, para-athletics, basketball, skating, swimming, handball, para-swimming and table tennis. The team has the support of 21 teaching coaches and 5 officials.
Indeportes Córdoba coordinates the delegation’s participation in these national games, which bring together the best student athletes in the country. The competitions will continue over the next week at the four venues designated for the event.
**How does Indeportes Córdoba contribute to the development of young athletes in diverse sports, and how does this support contribute to the overall success of the Córdoba delegation at the National Intercollegiate Games?**
## World Today News Interview: Córdoba Shines at National Intercollegiate Games
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News! We’re excited to discuss the impressive performance of Córdoba’s athletic delegation at the 2024 National Intercollegiate Games. Joining us today are Lilibeth Zúñiga, silver medalist in long jump, and Carlos Ramírez, Head Coach of the Córdoba delegation. Welcome both!
**Lilibeth:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Carlos:** Thank you for having us.
**Host:** Let’s start by congratulating both of you. Lilibeth, your silver medal in long jump is a fantastic achievement. Could you tell us about your experience leading up to the competition and what it felt like to step up on that podium?
**(Thematic Section: Athlete Perspective)**
* **Host:** Lilibeth, what were some of the key challenges you faced in preparing for the games, and how did you overcome them?
* **Host:** Carlos, from your perspective as Head Coach, what are some of the unique strengths and challenges that young athletes from Córdoba bring to a national competition like this?
**Host:** Carlos, the article mentions that Córdoba’s delegation is competing in a wide range of disciplines. Can you elaborate on the representation across these sports, and what does this diversity say about the sporting landscape in Córdoba?
**(Thematic Section: Delegation and Sports Development)**
* **Host:** How does Indeportes Córdoba support these young athletes, and what are some of the initiatives in place to nurture sporting talent within the department?
* **Host:** Lilibeth, with so many different disciplines represented, does the team dynamic change across the various sports? Is there a sense of shared pride and camaraderie between athletes, even if they compete in different fields?
**Host:** This competition isn’t just about medals, it’s about fostering a spirit of sportsmanship and showcasing Cordoba’s talent on a national stage. How important is this event for the broader community, and what message do you hope it sends?
**(Thematic Section: Impact and Future)**
* **Host:** Carlos, looking ahead, what are your hopes and aspirations for the future of Cordoba’s athletic program?
* **Host:** Lilibeth, what advice would you give to young athletes aspiring to represent Cordoba at future intercollegiate games?
**Host:** Thank you so much, Lilibeth and Carlos, for sharing your insights and inspiring stories. We wish the entire Córdoba delegation the best of luck in the remaining days of the competition.
