Starting in 1949, the Jogos da Primavera (Spring Games) were a national competition to foster sportsmanship, health, and camaraderie, focusing largely on female student-athletes. At the time, Brazil’s government was aiming to promote physical education and integrate sports into school curricula.
The games typically involved female students from various schools across Brazil, competing in sports such as athletics (track and field), gymnastics, swimming, volleyball, basketball, and handball. This was part of a broader movement for women’s inclusion in competitive sports in Brazil The national event ended around 1977, but many local entities continue organizing their own games.
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