“委托承办”国家队，探索竞技体育管理新模式

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of a new management model for national teams in China, specifically for cricket and squash, marks a significant reform in the country's competitive sports management system [1][2]. Group 1: New Management Model - The "entrusted hosting" model allows local sports authorities to manage national teams, transferring responsibilities for team formation, competition, market development, and international event hosting to the entrusted parties [7][11]. - The newly issued "Management Measures for the Formation of National High-Level Sports Teams (Trial)" encourages innovation in the formation of national teams and aims to standardize cooperative efforts [1][2]. Group 2: Implementation and Development - The model is particularly suited for sports with low popularity and weak development foundations, such as cricket and squash, which are newly included in the Olympic program [7][11]. - Local authorities, such as those in Sichuan and Zhejiang, are already taking steps to establish training bases and integrate advanced facilities to support the development of these sports [8][13]. Group 3: Future Plans and Challenges - Sichuan plans to build a youth training system and promote squash through advanced facilities, while Zhejiang aims to enhance the cricket program by integrating sports, culture, and education [12][13]. - Challenges include ensuring fairness in athlete selection, improving facilities, and addressing the competitive nature of these newly introduced sports [14][15].