Leadership
Olena Gulyamova is the president of Budivelnyk, one of the most titled basketball players in Ukraine, a medalist of the All-Ukrainian and European championships, and played for the Ukrainian national team.
As part of TEAM-SKUF, Olena Gulyamova is a five-time champion of Ukraine, twice becoming the MVP of the championship (2008 and 2017). Olena also won the Ukrainian championship with the Dnipro club. Together with Budivelnyk, Gulyamova won the Ukrainian Cup in 2022.
Ms. Gulyamova also has achievements abroad – in 2008 she became the best forward of the Baltic League, in 2013 – the silver medalist of the German Championship (2nd division).
With the Ukrainian national team, Olena Gulyamova took 2nd place at the European Universiade in 2003. In 2004, she participated in the European Championship in France, where the national team finished the tournament in fifth place.
Currently, Ms. Gulyamova is engaged in entrepreneurial activities and supports the development of children’s sports clubs and sections in Ukraine.
Yevheniya Spitkovska is the vice-president of Budivelnyk, she has played for the national team and leading Ukrainian clubs.
During her career, Yevheniya Spitkovska has defended the colors of such famous clubs as TIM-SKUF, Dynamo, Kyiv-Basket, and Avangard.
Ms. Spitkovska is a silver medalist at the 2016 World Championship in 3×3 and a bronze medalist at the 2018 European Championship in 3×3.
Vitaliy Cherniy is the head coach of Budivelnyk, more than 10 years ago he coached the men’s team of our club, with which he won the Ukrainian Cup in 2015.
Cherniy also headed other leading Ukrainian clubs – Prometey and BC Kyiv, and at one time led Mykolaiv to the semifinals of the Super League.
Vitaliy Mykolayovych’s resume also includes work as an assistant (headquarters of Yevhen Murzin) and head coach of the national team of Ukraine, and as an assistant and acting head coach in the Lithuanian Lietkabelis, when the team played in the Eurocup.
Cherniy is currently the head of the commission of the national teams of Ukraine in the Basketball Federation of Ukraine.
She worked at the TV channel Football in the PR department, in the press service of FC Dynamo Kyiv. Journalist at the 1+1 Media holding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tips for beginners:
- Learn the basic rules to navigate the game.
- Start by mastering basic skills (dribbling, shooting, passing), gradually moving on to more complex exercises (dribbling, movement, changing direction, etc.).
- Develop physical fitness, regularly practice your technique, and always start your training with a warm-up.
- Gradually increase the load, intensity, and duration of your training.
- Work with a coach who will help you master your technique and plan your training.
- Pick the right shoes and clothing.
- Watch and analyze the games of professional basketball players.
- Ask other players for advice.
And enjoy the game!
It is technically possible, but it is not recommended. It is better to use special basketball shoes that will provide cushioning, prevent injuries, and help improve your playing technique.
When choosing basketball shoes, it is important to consider your foot type, court position, and playing style. Other factors to consider include rebound cushioning, traction, support, and durability.
NBA and FIBA – the game consists of four quarters of 12 and 10 minutes each;
Euroleague – four quarters of 10 minutes each;
NCAA (US college basketball) – two halves of 20 minutes each;
Amateur games – usually four quarters of 8-10 minutes each.
The standard height of the ring for adult competitions is 3.05 m (10 ft), for children’s teams – 2.75 m.
When choosing a basketball, it is necessary to take into account its size (according to the age of the player), material, quality and conditions of use (for street or hall). For adult men, a size 7 ball is recommended, for women and teenagers – size 6, and for children – 5 and smaller. For the street, a ball made of durable rubber is suitable, and for professional indoor play – from natural or synthetic leather. It is better to choose balls from proven brands to be sure of their quality and durability.
In basketball, hitting, grabbing, pushing and holding an opponent is not allowed. The first violation is recorded as a foul, the second foul is a disqualification before the next goal is scored. The obvious intention to injure an opponent is a disqualification for the entire game.
