A delegation of students, parents, and staff from Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland will be honored at the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., on August 2, 2025, following their recent pickleball diplomacy trip to China. This cultural and sports exchange aimed to foster friendship and understanding between Chinese and American youth through the sport of pickleball. The group’s efforts gained significant recognition after receiving a rare official reply from Chinese President Xi Jinping in response to their letter of thanks.
During the embassy visit, the MCPS delegation will participate in various Chinese cultural activities, celebrating the growing connections between the two countries through sport and cultural exchange. This event highlights the broader initiative of Pickleball Diplomacy, which uses the sport to build international goodwill and understanding, with the Chinese government acknowledging the positive impact of youth sports in strengthening global relationships.
