Ukrainian Championship silver: how Kotsyubynska Youth Sports School is nurturing a new generation of women’s futsal players
The Kotsiubynske Youth Sports School team (girls born in 2011–2012) won silver medals in the second league of the Ukrainian futsal championship — a result that reflects the systematic work of the coach and the community and is significant for the development of regional sport.
By Tetiana Suchkova-Ladik
March 26, 2026 · 1 min read
What happened
The team of the Kotsyubynske Children and Youth Sports School won silver medals at the Ukrainian Futsal Championship among girls' teams born in 2011–2012 in the second league, the Department of Education, Culture, Youth, Sports and Tourism of the Kotsyubynske Settlement Council reported. This is the official outcome of the tournament and a recognition of the level of preparation of the young athletes.
Behind the scenes of the victory
Behind the medal stands not only talent, but also the daily work of the coaching staff, systematic training, and support from the local community. A special role is played by the coach — Halyna Hurska, who works with the girls every day, investing knowledge and energy into their development.
“Behind this achievement — perseverance, team spirit, and a strong desire to win. The girls confidently announced themselves at the national level and proved that they can compete with the strongest. We sincerely thank coach Halyna Hurska, who daily invests knowledge, energy, and belief in her pupils.”
— Department of Education, Culture, Youth, Sports and Tourism of the Kotsyubynske Settlement Council
Why it matters
Victory in the second league is not just a medal in a display case. It is proof of the effectiveness of local training for young athletes, which has several practical consequences: forming a sports reserve for the region, increasing attention to infrastructure (halls, equipment, coaching programs), and the opportunity for talented girls to be noticed by scouts and regional teams. Such a result also raises community morale and creates a model that can be scaled to other villages and towns.
What next?
It is important not to lose momentum: investments in coaches, regular competitions, and support from local authorities and businesses will consolidate the success. The question for Ukrainian sports managers and communities is how to turn local victories into a stable system for developing talent. The answer will determine whether these silver medals become the beginning of a long series for future generations.
