Ukraine is preparing for a significant appearance at the 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championship, scheduled from 14 to 23 November in Adelaide, Australia. The country will be represented by two dynamic women's duos, combining experienced veterans with emerging talent nurtured through the FIVB’s Volleyball Empowerment programme.

This initiative has played a pivotal role in bolstering Ukraine’s presence on the international beach volleyball scene. Since 2022, the FIVB has allocated USD 670,000 to the Ukrainian Volleyball Federation, enabling athletes to maintain their global competitiveness amid domestic adversity.

Ukrainian Teams to Watch

• Valentyna Davidova and Anhelina Khmil – Ranked 23rd in Pool B, this pair merges experience and youth. Davidova, returning to the World Championship after eight years, joins the 22-year-old Khmil. Their recent achievements include:
  • Medals at Challenger and Futures series
  • Round of 16 finish at the European Championship
• Tetiana Lazarenko and Daria Romaniuk – Seeded 24th in Pool A, this newly formed duo comes from Ukraine’s strong junior program. Highlights include:
  • Lazarenko’s historic gold at the senior European Championship
  • Romaniuk’s multiple top finishes, including U22 European gold

Adelaide Venues and Tournament Outlook

The matches will feature at renowned locations such as The Drive and Pinky Flat/Tarntanya Wama in Adelaide. Ukraine’s teams are set to face stiff competition from elite squads across Brazil, Europe, and South America as they aim to progress from pool play to the crucial elimination rounds.

Long-Term Goals

This championship is more than a tournament—it’s a strategic phase in Ukraine’s broader volleyball aspirations. With eyes on the 2027 World Championship and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the Adelaide event could play a defining role in the future of Ukrainian beach volleyball.

To read more about Ukraine’s preparation and the Volleyball Empowerment initiative, visit the official article on the FIVB website.