Ukraine’s Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Sweeps Qualifiers, Secures Spot at Euro 2026

Ukraine Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Heads to 2026 European Championship

According to НОК: Ukraine’s women’s 3x3 basketball squad has earned a place at the 2026 European Championship. The qualification tournament took place in Bucharest, Romania, on June 16-17, where the Ukrainian team delivered a commanding performance by winning all five matches without a single loss. This marks another milestone for the team as they continue to build on their international reputation.

Match Results

During the group stage, the Ukrainian women’s team defeated the following national sides:

• Denmark (17:8)
• Lithuania (16:11)
• Sweden (16:12)
• Romania (21:12)

In the decisive match for European Championship qualification, the Ukrainian athletes edged out Austria with a narrow 16:15 victory. This will be Ukraine’s fourth consecutive appearance at the 3x3 European Championship and their ninth overall. The team’s best result at this tournament remains the bronze medals they secured in 2018.

The 2026 3x3 European Championship is scheduled for September 11-13 in Antwerp, Belgium. A total of 12 national teams will compete, including:

• Belgium
• Netherlands
• Spain
• France
• Germany
• Poland
• Czech Republic
• Hungary
• Slovenia
• Azerbaijan
• Ukraine
• Sweden

The team is coached by Vitaliy Cherniy. Let’s cheer for the Ukrainian women!

This victory represents a significant achievement for the Ukrainian squad, which showcased outstanding skill and team spirit throughout the qualification tournament. Competing at the 2026 European Championship will provide another opportunity for Ukraine’s basketball players to strengthen their standing on the international stage and vie for medals against the continent’s strongest teams.

As the Ukrainian women's team prepares for the upcoming 2026 European Championship, recent developments have also impacted the men's squad. A last-minute roster change has been announced for Ukraine’s 3x3 basketball team ahead of their tournament in Vienna, highlighting the dynamic nature of international competition and the importance of strategic adjustments as they aim for success on the court.