"Harmony" Culture Empowering the Integration of Sports and Education: Research on the Promotion Strategies of He Ball in Primary and Secondary Schools

Abstract

Research Purpose: He Ball originated from the ancient Chinese Cuju sport during the Tang Dynasty. By incorporating the strengths of modern Western competitive sports, it has evolved into a distinctive modern national sport deeply rooted in the traditional Chinese "Harmony" culture. In recent years, with the high emphasis placed by the Party and the state on China’s excellent traditional culture and the steady advancement of the sports powerhouse strategy, He Ball has established a certain scale in society and gained rapid popularity nationwide. However, its theoretical foundation and promotion in primary and secondary schools remain insufficient. This study explores strategies for promoting He Ball in primary and secondary schools that align with China’s national conditions through dual pathways of "Harmony" culture and sports, based on research related to the promotion and development history of He Ball in China. The findings aim to provide robust support for the widespread adoption and sustainable development of He Ball in primary and secondary schools. Research Methods: This study investigates issues in promoting He Ball in primary and secondary schools using literature review and logical analysis methods, proposing corresponding strategies and development paths. Conclusion: Primary and secondary schools can enhance the promotion of He Ball by localizing it within school curricula, strengthening course system construction, improving teacher training at the grassroots level, enhancing coach competency, refining competition and event systems, fostering cultural atmospheres, and promoting traditional cultural transmission. While learning He Ball skills, students can better inherit and promote China’s excellent traditional culture, injecting new vitality into school sports.