The Odesa regional team finished first overall at the Ukrainian SO Karate Cup held in Kalynivka, Vinnytsia region, on October 12. Competitors representing several parts of the country took part in the tournament.

The result was reported by the Odesa regional administration’s Telegram channel @odesaoda on Wednesday, October 14. Its delegation included athletes from the Izmail and Bolhrad districts, with multiple competitors also winning their individual categories.

Four teams joined forces under the Odesa regional banner to claim the trophy. The Jisenkai Federation placed second, while the Slava club took third position.

The winning squad was coached by Oleh Burian, a veteran and combat participant who also teaches the school subject Defense of Ukraine. The regional administration highlighted his efforts to foster discipline, responsibility and resilience among young athletes.