新华社石家庄11月24日电 题：五十多岁的老体育馆因足球重生 曾经那个小姑娘年岁渐长，后来那个体育馆也愈发老化。 上了"年纪"的保定市体育馆开始出现各类问题。保定市人民体育场办公室主任刘占辉介绍："因外 馆顶塌陷漏雨，用电线路、用水管路老化，消防设施不能使用等问题，这里已无法满足群众日益增长的 健身需求和青少年业余体育训练的持续发展，自2010年起未举办过市级以上赛事及大型活动。" 作为"奥运冠军之城"，保定锚定建设现代化体育强市目标，着力促进体育基础设施与体育发展能力 更加完备。根据计划，这座老场馆定位为"市级全民健身中心""乙级体育馆与智慧体育馆的综合体"，目 标成为"小而精"的市级多功能场馆。 保定市人民体育场负责人王晨介绍："这要求场馆不仅服务全民健身，还能保障专业赛事需求。既 能满足全国单项赛事及省市级赛事的举办标准，又可适配篮球、羽毛球、乒乓球、排球等赛事需求，真 正实现一馆多用。" 自2022年12月起，保定市体育馆展开改造工作。建设单位几乎将场地恢复到毛坯状态，重铺水电管 线，特意加装外墙保温层，为老馆筑起首道节能屏障。此外，从房间分隔的功能规划、地面铺装的全面 更新，到消防、给排水、空调系统 ...

Background - The State Council's executive meeting on August 22 discussed measures to unleash the potential of sports consumption and promote high-quality development of the sports industry, emphasizing the importance of sports industry and consumption in implementing the strategy of expanding domestic demand [1][4] - The meeting highlighted the need to increase the supply of sports products, enrich sports events, upgrade sports goods, strengthen industrial support, enhance service levels, cultivate growth points in the sports industry, and accelerate the construction of a modern sports industry system [1][4] Expert Insights - Experts from Beijing Sport University discussed the strategic value and practical pathways for sports consumption, emphasizing the need for government roles in the sports industry [4] Economic Impact - The sports industry has shown an average annual growth rate of over 10% in the past five years, reaching a total scale of 3.67 trillion yuan in 2023, with its value added accounting for 1.15% of GDP, indicating its emergence as a pillar of the national economy [5] - Events like "Su Chao" have significantly boosted consumption, with a single event generating 380 billion yuan in related spending [5][6] Event Success and Replication - The success of events like "Su Chao" and "Village Super" can be attributed to their ability to resonate with community sports needs and regional cultural characteristics, providing a model for replicating successful sports events [8][9] - Key strategies for replicating these events include strengthening event system construction, cultivating unique cultural connotations, and innovating marketing and communication methods [8][9][10] Market Activation - The State Council emphasized the importance of market forces in driving the development of the sports industry and expanding consumption, advocating for a collaborative approach between effective markets and proactive government [10][11] - Successful models like "Su Chao" have shown that enhancing the event business environment and encouraging social participation can stimulate market innovation [10][11] Talent Development - The diverse participant demographics in events like "Su Chao" and "Village Super" highlight the potential for talent cultivation in community sports, suggesting the need for a comprehensive talent training system in the sports event economy [11][12] - The government is encouraged to play a multifaceted role as a guide, service provider, and regulator in the development of the sports industry and event economy [11][12]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the "Guangzhou Consumption Promotion Special Action Implementation Plan (Draft for Comments)" aimed at stimulating consumer demand and enhancing the local economy through various measures, including optimizing real estate policies, promoting sports and elderly consumption, and improving service quality [4][18]. Group 1: Employment and Income Enhancement Actions - The plan includes initiatives to promote employment through large-scale job fairs and online recruitment activities, targeting a job placement rate of at least 70% for the 2025 graduating class [5]. - It aims to expand channels for property income and support the revitalization of rural collective idle land and housing [6]. Group 2: Consumer Capacity Support Actions - The plan emphasizes increasing support for childbirth and childcare, including the implementation of national childcare subsidy policies and enhancing pediatric services in hospitals [7]. - It also focuses on improving educational services and expanding access to quality early childhood education [8]. Group 3: Service Consumption Quality Improvement Actions - The plan promotes the "Eat in Guangzhou" initiative through various food festivals and the issuance of dining vouchers to enhance the local culinary reputation [10]. - It aims to optimize cultural and tourism consumption by leveraging cultural venues and scenic spots to create innovative consumption experiences [10]. Group 4: Major Consumption Upgrade Actions - The plan includes measures to promote the replacement of old consumer goods, particularly in the home appliance and automotive sectors, through subsidies and group purchasing activities [12]. - It also focuses on meeting housing consumption needs by advancing the renovation of old residential areas and improving housing fund policies [13]. Group 5: Policy Support and Coordination - The plan emphasizes the importance of policy coordination across various sectors, including finance, industry, and investment, to support consumption initiatives [19]. - It highlights the need for enhanced credit support for consumer loans and the development of financial products tailored to new consumption models [19][19]. Group 6: Consumption Environment Improvement Actions - The plan aims to improve consumer rights and enhance the overall consumption environment by promoting trustworthy consumption practices and establishing consumer rights protection mechanisms [16]. - It also includes initiatives to upgrade consumption carriers, such as modernizing retail systems and enhancing the infrastructure for last-mile delivery [17].

Core Viewpoint - The significance of gold medals in sports has evolved, reflecting a shift in national sentiment and the broader context of athletic achievement [5][8]. Group 1: Importance of Gold Medals - Gold medals symbolize the highest honor in an athlete's career, representing years of hard work and perseverance [4][5]. - The number of gold medals won is a key indicator of a nation's athletic strength, with China achieving a total of 303 gold medals in the Summer Olympics as of 2024 [4][6]. - The expansion of gold medal achievements into new sports showcases the growth and diversification of China's competitive sports landscape [4][6]. Group 2: Changing Perspectives on Gold Medals - The collective memory of past victories has shaped a national identity, with gold medals once seen as essential for national pride and confidence [5][8]. - The current generation exhibits a more relaxed attitude towards gold medals, valuing participation and effort over mere victory [5][8]. - The spirit of sportsmanship and respect for competitors has gained prominence, emphasizing the journey and personal growth over the final outcome [7][8]. Group 3: Growth of Sports Participation and Industry - The participation rate in sports has increased from 28.2% in 2007 to 37.2% in 2023, indicating a growing interest in physical fitness among the population [6]. - The sports industry in China is rapidly expanding, with a total scale nearing 3.7 trillion yuan in 2023 and significant growth in e-commerce sales of sports goods [6]. - Major international sporting events hosted in China, such as the Chengdu Universiade and Hangzhou Asian Games, highlight the country's growing influence in the global sports arena [7].