Annual Dinner

The 30^th Annual Dinner & Annual General Meeting of the Hong Kong Elite Athletes Association (HKEAA) and the Elite Athlete Charitable Trust (EACT) for the 2025-26 was held on the evening of Friday, 5 June, at M+ Agate in the West Kowloon Cultural District, Tsim Sha Tsui. Over 300 government officials, sponsors, guests, and members attended the event, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Association.

Themed “United in Excellence, Committed to Care,” the dinner reviewed the Association’s efforts over the past three decades in promoting local sports development and serving the community. During the event, Mr. Victor Hui, Honorary President of HKEAA, first expressed gratitude to the distinguished guests for their presence, including Mrs. Carrie Lam, former Chief Executive, Dr. Timothy Fok, President of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, Mr. George Tsoi, Commissioner for Sports, Mr. Benson Kwok, Director of Immigration, Mr. Chan Tsz Tat , Commissioner of Customs and Excise, Hon. Vincent Cheng, Legislative Council Member, Dr. Tong Yun Kai and his wife; all advisors of the EACT Jockey Club Active School Programme, distinguished guests, principals and athletes for attending this gathering.

At the dinner, the Association announced the appointment of Professor Patrick Yung, a sports medicine expert; Dr. Lee Lai Shan, Olympic gold medalist; and Mr. Wong Kam Po, the “Asia’s Cycling God,” as Honorary Advisors. Mr. Hung Chung Yam, former Honorary Advisor, formally took up the role of Vice-President. Meanwhile, the Association paid special tribute to Mr. Henry Wu, President who has served the Association for 22 years, presenting him with a souvenir in recognition of his selfless leadership. It was also announced that Ms. Amy Chan, former Vice-President, officially became the President of the Association.

Additionally, the Association announced the establishment of the “Dr. Wong Wing Yee Athlete Critical Illness Fund,” initiated by a generous donation of HKD 500,000 from Dr. Clara Wong. The fund aims to support athletes facing critical illnesses. Professor Patrick Yung presented the cheque on behalf of Dr. Wong, and Dr. Daniel Lee, Chairman of HKEAA, received it on behalf of the Association. The moment was warm and touching, continuing Dr. Wong’s legacy of protecting athletes.

The dinner concluded successfully amidst applause and heartfelt emotion, marking an important new chapter as the Association steps into its next decade.’