Zhanna Skunebych (Tovt) Handball player

  On November 16, 2025, I took part in my very first tournament as a coach. To say that I was scared and pleasantly surprised would be an understatement. It was a friendly tournament among girls and boys, where we, as experienced players, served as coaches and referees. I had the honor of coaching the New York Stars team. We played three games, and based on the points earned, my team took first place. We were incredibly happy — it felt as if I was the one playing, not the kids. By the end of the tournament, I was completely exhausted. Our club treated all participants to pizza and soda, and we happily headed home.

  💪 Chicago Tournament Recap Well, it’s time to sum up our tournament that took place in Chicago from October 24 to 26 between six teams. We finished in third place. Honestly, I was sure we could win this tournament, but we were missing a bit of team chemistry, tactics, and endurance (especially me — I really lacked endurance 😅). It was a tough experience, both mentally and physically. After the first game against Boston, which we won 29–16, I caught myself thinking: do I really need all this again? But when the tournament ended, I was filled with positive emotions. We became much closer with the girls on the team — and that makes me truly happy ❤️ Now it’s time for a new challenge. We have three months to prepare for the next tournament, which will take place in San Francisco, California. I honestly can’t wait! 🔥