On November 13, the county round of the National Military Competition took place in Nyíregyháza, where high school students tested themselves both physically and mentally. The event was organized by the MH Vitéz Antal 2nd Territorial Defense Regiment's Defense Education, Sports and Cultural Directorate (HOSKF) with the aim of using sports to promote national defense and develop students' skills and physical fitness.
More than 20 teams competed at the Nyíregyháza Athletics Center. The competition tasks included orientation and target throwing — it was not just about strength, but also about concentration.
At the opening of the event, Dr. András Polgári, Director General of the County Government Office, emphasized: "Faster, stronger, higher!" — this Olympic quote is inspiring and exemplifies the values on which the competition is based.
Lieutenant Colonel Antal Orosz, commander of the territorial defense regiment, said that physical strength and mental endurance are both important in military life, and that military gymnastics serves as an excellent bridge between the armed forces and the younger generation. One of the key messages is that teamwork is essential not only in competition but also on the battlefield, according to the Szabolcs Online.
The organizers were particularly proud of the high turnout—the competition is not only a sporting event but also a community-building event where young people can experience what it means to fight together and take responsibility.
Finally, it is worth mentioning the photo gallery, which perfectly captures the excitement of the competition: you can see the climbing courses, obstacles, and shooting participants, as well as moments of camaraderie among the young people—all of which illustrate that military training is not only a tough physical challenge, but also an experience.
