Hangzhou has rolled out a new football policy, which puts that Hangzhou is commited to cultivating excellent football talents by establishing football talent training programs in primary and middle schools in every district or county, and incorporating football into the optional sports event of the entrance examination for senior high schools.
Coaches of two football schools in Hangzhou noted, "The new policy brings hope for cultivating football talents." For example, Xiayan Primary School focuses on scientific training programs and football culture creation, integrating positive psychology into training. Besides, Jiangnan Experimental School makes a hierarchical division and hires professional coaches to improve the quality.
The coaches pointed out that the new policy makes it possible to balance football and study, which enhances the confidence of parents and society, and promotes the cultivation of talents.