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Faculty and staff at Yuan Ze University not only demonstrated professionalism in teaching and administrative positions but also showcased outstanding athletic skills on the bowling lanes. The 2026 Intercollegiate Faculty and Staff Friendship Bowling Tournament was held on August 28 and 29 at the Chungli Asian Games Bowling Center, attracting faculty and staff participants from 12 universities and colleges across Taiwan.
Led by coach Shu-Chen Chen of the Physical Education Office, the Yuan Ze University team delivered an impressive performance, capturing a total of 3 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals. Their achievements highlighted both their bowling skills and strong team spirit.
Competition was particularly intense in the Women’s Open Division, where Yuan Ze University achieved remarkable results. In the Individual Event, Shu-Chen Chen of the Physical Education Office claimed first place, while Hsin-Yi Chuang of the English Bachelor of Business Administration Program, College of Management, finished fourth. In the Doubles Event, Shu-Chen Chen and Hsin-Yi Chuang teamed up to secure second place, while Chen-Yin Liu of the Office of General Affairs and Su-Fen Chang of the College of Management earned third place.
In the All-Events Competition, Shu-Chen Chen once again demonstrated remarkable consistency and captured first place, while Hsin-Yi Chuang finished third. The highly anticipated Masters Event featured an all-Yuan Ze University final, as Shu-Chen Chen and Hsin-Yi Chuang advanced through multiple rounds to meet in the championship match. They ultimately claimed first and second place, respectively, making the match one of the tournament's highlights.
The Men’s Open Division also brought excellent results for Yuan Ze University. Cheng-Ta Huang, a faculty member of the College of Informatics, placed third in the Individual Event and, partnering with Liang-Feng Chang of the Office of Library and Information Services, finished fourth in the Doubles Event. In another doubles competition, Chang-Chih Wu of the Office of Library and Information Services and Hung-Ling Fang of the Personnel Office placed seventh. Cheng-Ta Huang continued to demonstrate remarkable consistency in both the All-Events Competition and the Masters Event, earning third place in each competition.
In the Mixed Doubles Event, Cheng-Ta Huang and Shu-Chen Chen combined their efforts and claimed second place through excellent teamwork and steady performances. In the Senior Men’s Division, retired staff member Chun-Fang Wu and Yen-Hua Sun of the Office of Academic Affairs showed that their skills remained sharp, finishing fourth in the Doubles Event and reflecting their enduring passion for bowling.
With an outstanding record of 3 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals, the Yuan Ze University team concluded the tournament on a high note. Their accomplishments not only showcased the versatility and athletic talents of the University’s faculty and staff but also reflected the Yuan Ze spirit of teamwork, determination, and the willingness to embrace challenges while striving for excellence.
