Sports hall in Döbeln receives honor: Jörg Dathe immortalized forever!

Sports hall in Döbeln receives honor: Jörg Dathe immortalized forever!

Burgstraße, 04720 Döbeln, Deutschland - On June 21, 2025, a special moment was celebrated in Döbeln: The sports hall on Burgstraße now bears the name of Jörg Dathe, the long -time hall manager of the Döbelner SV "forward". This honor was not only recognized by a man who has contributed significantly to the promotion of table tennis in the region, but also a tireless idealist who has been involved in various projects for over 30 years. In his speech, Mayor Sven Liebhauser emphasized Dathe as a special supporter of sport, who always focused on both children and young people, and created a connection to integration projects that are still important today. He was particularly well known for the award.

Unfortunately, Jörg Dathe died on December 25, 2023 after a short, serious illness. His work remains unforgettable; During his time as a hall manager, he was not only involved in the renovation of the sports hall, but also in the organization of events and the establishment of a strong table tennis team that rose until the 2nd Bundesliga. The postume honor took place on the consecration day.

a lasting inheritance

The solemn ceremony included the unveiling of the new name train, which was led by KSB Managing Director Benjamin Kahlert. He presented the badge of honor of the district sports association Mittelachsen to Evelin Dathe, who spoke visibly moved about her husband's legacy. "He would never have dreamed that the hall would have its name," she noticed. The series of events was rounded off by a table tennis match with Saxon table tennis legends, all of which were shaped by Jörg Dathe.

Of course, the commitment of Dathe was not only limited to table tennis sports. He also initiated numerous projects for children and adolescents, many of them with integration focus. Also reports about this Sport für Sachsen that numerous offers for integration into sport have been developed over the years. This initiative aims to reduce prejudices and to raise awareness of diversity in society - a goal that DATHE has always supported.

community in sport

A look at the various awards that were awarded in the field of children and youth sports shows how diverse the sports landscape in the region is. A wide variety of athletes and teams were honored, for example the e-juniors of SV Blau-Weiß Dermbach and Anne Wilhelm, who received the title "Athlete of the Year". Such events not only strengthen the community, but also the cohesion in sport. The awards are another sign that the roots of sport are deeply anchored in the region.

The memories of Jörg Dathe remain alive - not only by naming the hall in Döbeln, but also through the commitment he left. His legacy will continue to inspire generations of athletes. This is how you can state that sport in Döbeln will continue to be a home for everyone, thanks to the tireless work of people like Jörg Dathe.