Seven Medals at the Ukrainian Cup: A Success for a BSPU Master’s Student’s Team

Seven medals, hundreds of competitors, and a notable result of dedicated coaching: athletes trained by Mykhailo Besieda, a master’s student at Berdiansk State Pedagogical University (BSPU), achieved an impressive result at national Kyokushin karate competitions in Dnipro.

A National-Level Sporting Event

On 1 November 2026, Dnipro hosted the Ukrainian Cup and national Kyokushin karate competitions, bringing together more than 450 participants from 12 regions of Ukraine. Mykhailo Besieda, a second-cycle (master’s) student majoring in A7 Physical Culture and Sports at BSPU’s Faculty of Physical Culture, Sports and Human Health, took part in preparing and organising the event.

Alongside his university studies, Mykhailo works as a coach at the Okinawa Sports Club, supporting athletes in developing their technical skills, endurance, discipline, and competitive mindset.

Seven Medals, Seven Reasons to Celebrate

Mykhailo’s athletes represented the Okinawa Sports Club and Dnipropetrovsk Region. Together, they earned seven medals:

• 2 gold medals;
• 2 silver medals;
• 3 bronze medals.

These results reflect the athletes’ determination, consistent training, and their coach’s day-to-day commitment. Preparing a team for major competitions while helping organise an event of this scale requires expertise, responsibility, and strong organisational skills.

Connecting University Education with Professional Practice

Mykhailo Besieda’s experience illustrates the value of combining academic study with practical work in sport. His master’s-level education complements his coaching experience, while his work with athletes provides opportunities to apply and further develop professional competencies.

BSPU’s Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Teaching Methodology offers three educational and professional programmes: Physical Culture at the first-cycle (bachelor’s) level; Physical Culture and Sports at the first-cycle (bachelor’s) level; and Physical Culture and Sports at the second-cycle (master’s) level. The sporting and professional achievements of BSPU students highlight the practical focus of the University’s specialist training.

Congratulations to the Team!

The staff of the Faculty of Physical Culture, Sports and Human Health and the Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Teaching Methodology warmly congratulate Mykhailo Besieda and his athletes on their successful performance. We wish them continued progress in education and coaching, further sporting achievements, and the determination to reach new goals.

Seven medals — seven reasons to say “Bravo!”

Based on materials provided
by the Department of Physical Culture, Sports and Teaching Methodology, BSPU