The mascot "Yang Yang" takes the rhododendron, the flower of Changsha, as the design element, highlighting the regional cultural characteristics of Changsha; The blooming azaleas symbolize that middle school students, boys and girls are in the "flower season", full of vigor, passion and vitality; The mascot is named "Yang Yang", which embodies the theme of "Sunshine Sports, Harmonious Development" in this National Games. Yang Yang's outstretched hands symbolize the open Changsha and the warm invitation of Changsha people.

The lyrics of the theme song "Flying Youth" are based on highlighting the positive sunshine of middle school students. The song is full of passion and is closely related to Changsha, a vibrant city in Hunan.

The 11th China Universiade will be held in Baotou, Inner Mongolia on July 1 1.