Achievements of the "Odesa-Basket" Team at the Ukrainian Championship
The sports club for individuals with disabilities, «Odesa-Basket», led by Vasyl Rybak, a candidate of medical sciences, participated in the Ukrainian billiards championship for men and women with mobility impairments, veterans of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and their families.
The tournament took place from October 11 to 13, 2024, in Kyiv at the National University of Physical Education and Sports of Ukraine.
On the first day of the tournament, Serhii Kotsiuba, a veteran of the Russo-Ukrainian war, secured first place in the overall standings, showcasing impressive skills.
The next day, he won the Ukrainian championship in sports billiards. The third place in the overall standings was shared by Odesa players Dmytro Danilov and Valerii Chuhuiev from the «Odesa-Basket» team.
«The experience of the «Odesa-Basket» team, with the support of the Odesa city authorities, is a powerful example of the rehabilitation of servicemen and veterans through adaptive sports,» emphasized Vasyl Rybak.
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Within the structure of the Odesa City Council's Department of Health, a department for coordinating rehabilitation assistance has been established to ensure quick and effective rehabilitation in medical institutions in Odesa. The head of the department, leading rehabilitation specialist Vasyl Rybak, personally conducts weekly consultations for veterans and coordinates multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams across all city districts.
For inquiries and to schedule a consultation on rehabilitation issues, call: (048) 753 14 99, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
