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Witness the Healthiest, Most Vibrant New Generation in Taiwan!
The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) brings together twenty student-athletes to launch the exclusive 2026 edition of the “Sports Boys and Girls Desk Calendar.” Captured through the unique perspective of professional photography, the calendar showcases the beauty of sports and the spirit of athletes. All proceeds will be donated to support sports-related promotional activities.
“Sports are not just about competition—they embody the passion of young blood and the drive of the youth. Through this calendar, we hope to convey the spirit of never giving up,” said Liu Haohao, president of the NTNU Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences Student Association. The department began this calendar project years ago. In recent years, outstanding performances by Taiwanese athletes on the international stage have drawn national attention to sports professionals. The calendar not only records the development of Taiwanese sports but also visually conveys the message: “Sports speak for themselves—see them, and you’ll understand.”
This year, an added focus on aesthetics aims to break stereotypes of sports and re-imagine the human body as a medium of expression. “Sports aren’t just about strength—they can be graceful, calm, sexy, and free.”
The project is divided into two main themes:
- “Portrait of Motion” – Boys’ Series
Unlike traditional sports photography that emphasizes the fast motions, this series features eight male athletes, each representing a different field. With carefully composed body angles and lighting, it focuses on the athletes’ calmness, confident gazes and the strength from within. - “The Rhythm of the Seasons” – Girls’ Series
Set in natural landscapes, this series showcases twelve female athletes across twelve different fields, journeying from spring’s ocean waves to winter’s ski resort. It embodies the theme “The Power of Women in Sports Through the Seasons” and portrays the harmony between athletes and nature, highlighting their freedom, authenticity, resilience, and the diverse beauty of sports.
From dynamic movements to steady gazes, from high-speed bursts to serene moments, the calendar invites viewers to see the deeper dialogue between “sport” and “body.”
The Sports Boys and Girls Desk Calendar is a charity project and will be available for limited online sale from April 30 to May 14, 2025. Seventy percent of net proceeds (after costs) will be donated to the Taiwan Sports Good Deeds Association to support young athletes and sports education, extending the power of sports into every corner of society.
Interested individuals can find more purchase details on the NTNU Physical Education Department’s official Instagram or Facebook pages (See links below.)
We welcome all sports enthusiasts to explore this unique calendar that celebrates the seasons of sports and beauty—Let us support the future of Taiwan’s sports development!
Pre-order link: https://forms.gle/8Kyj6Zk6EcFD4brF9
Contact Information:
National Taiwan Normal University
Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences Student Association
Instagram: @ntnupess
Facebook: NTNU Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences Student Association
(Source: NTNU PE Student Association / Edited by: Hu Shize)
