Maria Guliamova Signs with Budivelnyk
Kyiv-based basketball club Budivelnyk has officially brought 17-year-old Maria Guliamova on board. During the previous Super League season, she averaged 5.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 0.6 assists over 15 minutes per game. The club, which holds the women's Super League championship title and the Ukrainian Cup, has also renewed contracts with several players:
- Kseniia Pankina
- Daria Zavidna
- Vladyslava Voloshyna
- Anzhelika Liashko
- Yuliia Hutevych
Additionally, Budivelnyk has brought Veronika Liubinets back to Ukraine.
Ukraine's Men's National Team in World Cup Qualifiers
On the international stage, Ukraine's men's basketball team continues its campaign for the 2027 FIBA World Cup. In the fourth round, the squad fell to Spain 78:64, with quarter scores of 16:9, 12:12, 24:22, and 26:21. Ukrainian players posted varied stats: Lukashov scored 6 points, Kovliar added 11, and Lypovyi contributed 8.
In the third qualifying round, Ukraine also suffered a loss to Spain, 66:86. However, the team bounced back in the second round with an 88:71 victory over Denmark. Earlier in the qualifiers, Ukraine defeated Georgia 92:79. In that matchup, Oleksandr Kovliar stood out as the top performer, dropping 31 points over 37 minutes, while Viacheslav Bobrov recorded a double-double with 11 points and 15 rebounds.
Budivelnyk is clearly strengthening its roster by signing young, promising athletes, which could boost their chances in upcoming competitions. Meanwhile, Ukraine's men's national team faces tough challenges in World Cup qualifying but has room to improve, building on past wins and standout individual performances. The outcomes of these games may shape the team's future on the global stage.
As Budivelnyk continues to enhance its lineup with talented players like Maria Guliamova, the recent addition of Veronika Liubinets marks an exciting development for the club. Her experience and skills could play a pivotal role in strengthening the team's performance in the upcoming season, making it essential to stay updated on these strategic moves.