Open Pickleball Cup SET 2025: Historic Debut of Pickleball in Kyiv, Ukraine
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For the first time in Ukraine, the SET Beach Sports Club hosted the Open Pickleball Cup SET 2025 at X-Park in Kyiv. The tournament gathered over 40 players on brand-new pickleball courts, opening a new chapter in the national development of this rapidly growing sport.
Pickleball Comes to Ukraine — and Unites All Generations
The Pickleball Federation of Ukraine backed the event, helping promote this young but fast-expanding sport. The tournament format was inclusive: doubles matches with no age or gender restrictions. On the same court, teenagers played alongside adults, amateurs met seasoned athletes — demonstrating that pickleball is truly for everyone.
Winners of the Cup
The first edition of the Cup awarded medals to top-performing pairs:
Mykhailo Radchenko & Stanislav Ordynskyi
Ivan Zahorodnii & Tetiana Svintsova
Hryhorii Diezov & Vladyslav Babych
What is Pickleball and Why It Fits Ukraine
Pickleball is a modern paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and padel. It’s played on a compact court with a light plastic ball and a short-handled racket. Thanks to its moderate intensity, easy rules, and friendly pace, it’s ideal for beginners, seniors, and families.
“This is exactly the start we wanted: open, warm, honest and full of movement,” said the SET Club organizers.
It is also recognized as an adaptive sport — perfect for people of all physical backgrounds, promoting both competitive spirit and inclusive play.
Federation & Future Vision
With the active support of the Ukrainian Pickleball Federation, the sport is gaining ground in schools, local clubs, and regional cities. The success of the Open Pickleball Cup SET 2025 sets the stage for more national competitions and formal coaching programs.
This Ukrainian debut aligns with global momentum: in June 2025, the International Pickleball Federation (IPF) and the World Pickleball Federation (WPF) merged, unlocking new development tools for emerging countries like Ukraine.
Why Pickleball Is a Perfect Fit for Ukraine
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✅ Inclusive and accessible: great for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities
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✅ Community-driven: unites players of all ages and levels
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✅ Fast-growing in Europe: Ukraine is now part of this momentum
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✅ Low barrier to entry: simple rules, inexpensive equipment
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✅ Excellent for families and social sports culture
Summary
The Open Pickleball Cup SET 2025 is not just a tournament — it’s a cultural launchpad. It shows that pickleball in Ukraine is more than a sport: it’s a movement toward inclusion, health, and active joy across generations.
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