Odessa Prepares for International Children's Games
Today, July 31, Odessa's mayor Gennady Trukhanov met with the participants and coaches of the team that will represent the city at the 57th International Children's Games.
The competition will take place from August 3 to 8, 2025, in Tallinn (Estonia).
During the meeting, the mayor presented the athletes with unique sports uniforms featuring the city and country’s symbols, wishing them success on the international stage.
“As someone who has always been involved in sports, I believe that children should grow up active, strong, and healthy. Sports not only foster physical development but also build character, discipline, and teamwork. We will always support young athletes and the development of sports infrastructure in Odessa,” Gennady Trukhanov noted.
This year, the delegation from Odessa consists of 16 athletes, 3 coaches, a head of the delegation, and a city representative. The city will be represented by two teams in 3x3 basketball (boys and girls) and a swimming team.
The organization of participation is provided by the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Odessa City Council.
The delegation has already registered on the official competition portal and prepared all necessary documents for departure.
The International Children's Games are held annually under the auspices of the International Olympic Committee, bringing together young athletes from around the world to strengthen peace and friendship through sports.
More than 900 young athletes from 70 cities worldwide are expected to participate. Odessa traditionally supports youth, sports, and international partnerships, and this year's participation in prestigious competitions reaffirms this commitment.
