On March 3, 2024, MBC and Lifetime co-produced “University Sports Festival: Boys Athlete Village” witnessed an incident that showcased the intense heat of the competition. Produced by Lui Works Media and crafted by producer Moon Hyungchan, director Lee Jongil, and writer Kang Sukkyung, this program shines a light on college students’ sports passion and rivalry.
One of the most anticipated events of this season, the second round ‘Rival School Competition,’ unfolds with a sandbag capture contest determining the first dropout. This tournament-style battle pushes participating students to take the game more seriously than usual, as losing a match places their team at risk of elimination. The rule allowing physical contests offers students a chance to engage in a real fight fueled by their competitive spirit.
Before the match, students from each school share their ambitions, revealing their desire to win. Between Dongguk University and Yong In University students, heavy bets like “taking a leave of absence if lost” or “joining the military if lost” are made, showing their determination to put everything on the line for this battle. Such bold declarations significantly heighten the tension of the game.
As the match begins, a fierce clash involving strategies and physical fights unfolds, creating an unpredictable flow of competition. MC Kim Yohan, impressed by the intense atmosphere, reports that the heat of the moment almost led to a suspension of the game. Who advances to the next round is eagerly anticipated.
Moreover, the importance of solidarity is highlighted in this match, with a special teamwork test conducted by former UDT member DEX drawing attention. DEX’s statement, “Today’s performance will determine if there’s a team dinner or not,” underscores the significance of teamwork and raises expectations about which school DEX will choose as the victor for the team dinner.
This incident in “University Sports Festival: Boys Athlete Village” once again emphasizes the importance of sports passion and teamwork among college students. The anticipation for what exciting moments future games will bring continues to grow.
