The II (territorial) stage of the competitions under the 'Shoulder to Shoulder Nationwide School Leagues' project took place in Odesa among students of general secondary education institutions in the 2024/2025 academic year.
Specifically, school teams competed for supremacy in volleyball and rugby-5.
Based on the results of the volleyball matches among girls in grades 5-9, the teams from Odesa Lyceums No. 7, 56, 86, and Odesa Gymnasium No. 25 advanced to the city III stage, while among girls in grades 9-11, teams from Odesa Lyceums No. 13, 51, 62, and Odesa Specialized School No. 32 qualified.
The victory in the II stage of the volleyball competition among boys in grades 5-9 was claimed by teams from Odesa Lyceums No. 5, 89, and Odesa Gymnasium No. 77, while among boys in grades 9-11, the winners were Odesa Lyceums No. 24, 84, 'Lanzheronivskyi,' and Odesa Specialized School No. 32.
The rugby-5 competitions among students of general secondary education institutions were held in the city’s sports halls for the first time. This exciting game develops speed, coordination, team spirit, and strategic thinking while allowing teams to create original tactical situations that demand effective communication and interaction among players.
The teams from Odesa Lyceums No. 28, 40, and 69 won the II stage of the rugby-5 competitions.
All participants demonstrated a high level of preparation, skill, and an unwavering will to win. New challenges lie ahead, prompting teams to prepare diligently for upcoming competitions.
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The 'Shoulder to Shoulder Nationwide School Leagues' project is the largest student competition in the country among students of general secondary education institutions in the 2024/2025 academic year, held under the slogan 'Together We Win.' The goal is to increase the number of students engaged in sports and leading a healthy lifestyle.
