Ukraine’s Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team Secures Dramatic Win Over Japan at World Cup

Ukraine Women’s 3x3 Basketball Team at the World Cup

According to Главком: The Ukrainian women’s 3x3 basketball team has kicked off its World Cup campaign with two opening matches. In their first game, the squad fell to Canada with a score of 11:14. Anzhelika Lyashko led all scorers for Ukraine, putting up 4 points. Notably, Kateryna Koval made 3 blocks in that contest, showcasing strong defensive effort.

In the second match, the Ukrainian team pulled off a thrilling 19:18 victory over Japan. Krystyna Filevych was the standout player, scoring 10 points and helping her side snatch the win in a tightly contested battle.

Group D Standings and Upcoming Matches

After two rounds, Ukraine holds a 1-1 record, placing them at the bottom of Group D. The group standings are highly competitive:

• France leads the group with 1 win and 34 points.
• Japan, Canada, and Lithuania also each have 1 win, but with different point differentials.
• Ukraine has 1 win and 30 points.

Ukraine’s next games are scheduled for June 4, when they will face France and Lithuania. Stronger performances are needed to climb the standings and keep hopes alive for advancing to the later stages of the World Championship.

The Ukrainian 3x3 basketball team continues to compete on the global stage, and the outcomes of their upcoming matches will be crucial for their playoff chances. The resilience shown in the Japan game highlights the squad’s potential, but securing wins in future contests is essential to improve their position in the group. With Group D featuring intense competition, every game could be decisive for Ukraine’s progress in the tournament.

As the Ukrainian women’s 3x3 basketball team aims to improve their standing in the World Cup, it's important to look ahead to future competitions. Recently, the squad announced their roster for the 2026 World Cup, showcasing the talent and potential that will be crucial for their success in upcoming tournaments. For more details on the players who will represent Ukraine, check out the full story on the team's lineup for 2026.