On a quiet basketball court in Beijing, Zheng Haixia, a former basketball player, stood under the familiar basket, her eyes piercing the dust of time and staring ahead.
Once upon a time, this was her battlefield, and every jumper and defense was a testament to her youth. Now, the years have carved deep marks on her face, and at the age of 57, her legs are not as good as they used to be due to years of training and injuries.
What's even more cruel is that there is no laughter and laughter of children in her life, and even her husband, who once shared hardships, mysteriously disappeared into the sea of people.
The tenacious basketball player - Zheng Haixia
Zheng Haixia, this name is like a bright star in the history of Chinese basketball, illuminating the path of the Chinese women's basketball team.
Once, every jumper she made on the basketball court, every time she defended, showed her extraordinary talent and indomitable spirit. Under her leadership, the Chinese women's basketball team has repeatedly achieved great results in the international arena, and her name has been remembered by countless basketball fans.
The years are like a tide, inexorably bringing away youth and vitality, bringing Zheng Haixia into another stage of life. Today, she is 57 years old, and the agile figure on the basketball court has been covered by the sedimentation of time.
Years of intense training and competition, as well as unfortunate injuries, have left an indelible mark on her body.
In particular, her legs were bent and deformed due to long-term high-intensity exercise, which made it extremely difficult for her to move.
However, none of this seems to shake Zheng Haixia's love for life and dedication to basketball. Even at the low point of her life, in the face of physical pain and life challenges, she still maintained a strong heart.
Off the basketball court, she is no longer the athlete who scores a slam dunk, but an incarnate communicator and educator of basketball, selflessly passing on her love and experience of the sport to the next generation.
Zheng Haixia's home is full of photos and medals of her past competitions, and each exhibit records her brilliant basketball career.
Although she can't run on the basketball court like she used to, these memories have become a treasure in her life.
Whenever young basketball enthusiasts visit, she is always enthusiastic to share her experience with them, and her story inspires every basketball dreamer to understand that basketball is not only a sport, but also a spirit, a never-say-die perseverance.
On the community's basketball court, Zheng Haixia can often be seen. Despite her inconvenient legs, she was always in a wheelchair and carefully observed the young players on the field.
Her presence is always a great inspiration to young players, and she is constantly giving advice and sharing tips that will benefit the youngsters. She has a lot of experience and a deep understanding of basketball, and even a few simple words can inspire young players.
The challenges and perseverance of life
In Zheng Haixia's life journey, the glory and glory on the basketball court are only part of her story. On the other side of life, it is full of challenges and pains caused by the disease of lumbar disc herniation.
The disease not only affected her daily activities, but also made the process of pregnancy and childbirth, which should have been natural, extremely difficult. Such a change is undoubtedly a big blow to Zheng Haixia, who has always regarded herself as a strong man.
Xu Qinghua, Zheng Haixia's husband, became the most crucial figure in this difficult period. His decision to quit his job and take care of Zheng Haixia wholeheartedly reflects the deep affection and selfless dedication between husband and wife.
Xu Qinghua's support is not only reflected in the material level, but also gives Zheng Haixia spiritual comfort and strength. Together, they face the challenges brought about by the disease and find the possibility of breaking through the predicament.
Beijing, as the capital of China, is not only a political and cultural center, but also the place with the highest concentration of medical resources. With a glimmer of hope, Xu Qinghua and Zheng Haixia left their hometown and came to Beijing.
They believe that more advanced treatments can be found here, which may bring about a turnaround for Zheng Haixia's condition. This decision means that they will face more unknown challenges, including changes in their living environment, the burden of medical costs, and various uncertainties in the treatment process.
During his time in Beijing, Xu Qinghua devoted almost all of his time and energy to taking care of Zheng Haixia. He arranges medical consultations, accompanies her to the hospital for treatment, and is also a support for her life.
Every day, Xu Qinghua pushes Zheng Haixia's wheelchair through the streets of Beijing, from one hospital to another, seeking the best treatment plan. They spent countless days and nights in the corridors of the hospital, waiting for the doctor's diagnosis and advice.
Despite the difficulties, Xu Qinghua and Zheng Haixia never gave up hope. They support each other, encourage each other, and face life's trials together.
In the process, their love has also stood the test of time, becoming stronger and deeper. Xu Qinghua's selfless dedication made Zheng Haixia feel the warmth and support of her family, and also gave her the courage to continue to move forward.
The power of love
Life in Beijing is a challenge and a promise for Xu and Zheng. Xu Qinghua devoted all his time and energy to taking care of Zheng Haixia's life and treatment.
The first thing he does when he gets up in the morning is to prepare breakfast for Zheng Haixia to make sure she eats a healthy and balanced diet. He then carefully reviewed the day's treatment plan, sorted out the necessary medical documents and medications, and then pushed Ms. Zheng's wheelchair to the hospital.
In the waiting room of the hospital, Xu Qinghua became a familiar face. He always sat quietly on the sidelines, sometimes looking through the medical information, sometimes looking at Zheng Haixia, who was being treated, his eyes were full of concern and expectation.
His desire for his wife's recovery seems to have become the whole sustenance of his life. Even in the long wait, Xu Qinghua never had a trace of complaint, and his tenacity and patience became the strength to support the two to face the difficulties together.
Although doctors and treatment gave them a glimmer of hope, Zheng Haixia's health did not improve as much as expected. Every time she returns from the hospital, Xu Qinghua carefully records the doctor's recommendations and treatment feedback, and then does her best at home to create a comfortable environment for Zheng Haixia to recover.
He adjusts the layout of his home to ensure that Ms. Cheng's living space is safe and comfortable. In the evenings, they watch TV or listen to music together, trying to keep life somewhat relaxed and enjoyable.
However, with all these efforts, the topic of having children has gradually become a difficult pain point between the two. Over time, this issue has become not only a personal regret, but also a sensitive topic in the couple's relationship.
Whenever this topic is brought up casually, an indescribable heaviness fills the air. The originally loving couple began to feel a shadow in their lives. Gradually, people found that Xu Qinghua, who was always by Zheng Haixia's side and was inseparable, no longer appeared.
The feelings of basketball
Since 2022, although Zheng Haixia has not been able to return to the court in person due to her physical condition, she has not ended with basketball, a sport she loves so much.
On the contrary, she continues to shine in the basketball world in another form and has become an important force in promoting the development of basketball in China. She has been frequently featured in basketball publicity and promotion campaigns across the country, and her presence has been a source of inspiration for countless young players.
Zheng Haixia can often be seen on the courtside of basketball training camps, carefully observing the training of each young player, and giving technical guidance and strategic advice from time to time.
Her coaching is not limited to teaching basketball skills, but also sharing her experience accumulated in years of competition and training with these young players.
She will show them how to stay calm in the game, how to find the breakthrough in the face of strong opponents, and how to bring out the best in the team.
In addition to teaching hands-on at field camps and seminars, Haixia is also very active on social media platforms. She uses these platforms to follow every game of the Chinese women's basketball team, and posts encouraging videos and messages to cheer for the team at important game moments.
Her words are not only an encouragement to the players, but also a transmission of support and confidence to the entire Chinese women's basketball team. Whenever the game day comes, Zheng Haixia will stand on the basketball court through video connection, behind which is the basket that has witnessed her countless glorious moments, and her voice is transmitted across the country through the Internet, inspiring every player and basketball enthusiast.
Zheng Haixia's influence is far more than that. On social media, she often interacts with fans, sharing highlights of basketball games, analyzing the team's tactical set-up, and even discussing the development trend of basketball.
Her account has become a platform for sharing and discussing basketball knowledge, attracting the attention of a large number of basketball fans. In this way, Zheng Haixia not only continues to participate in basketball, but also conveys basketball culture and inspires more people to love and pay attention to basketball.
On the eve of a significant women's basketball game, Zheng Haixia specially recorded a video full of positive energy for the Chinese women's basketball team. In the video, she confidently stands on the familiar basketball court, with the basket behind her that once witnessed her glory moments.
With her own experience and strong belief, she encouraged the women's basketball players to take on challenges with confidence and give their best to show their best.
Zheng Haixia emphasized in the video that as a strong team, we must strengthen our beliefs and move forward bravely. Her words are full of power and inspire every member of the team to win glory for the country and the nation.
In basketball promotion activities across the country, Zheng Haixia's name and influence have grown day by day, and she has become an important force in promoting the development of basketball in mainland China.
Although age and injuries have prevented Zheng Haixia from playing in person, her fighting spirit and passion for basketball have always shone on the basketball court. She interprets the style of a strong woman with practical actions, not only leading by example and inspiring young players to move forward, but also committed to promoting basketball so that more people can understand and love this sport.