On the last weekend of July, Gdynia beach once again became the arena for unforgettable sporting excitement. The fifth anniversary edition of the Active Beach 2025 with Port Gdynia tournament attracted hundreds of competitors and fans from all over Poland.
Youngsters on the starting line
The competition kicked off on Friday with the Youth Tournament, which featured volleyball players in the U13 and U15 categories. The youngest participants showed tremendous determination, fighting spirit and joy of playing, proving that a passion for sport and healthy competition can develop from an early age.
The awards for the best teams were presented by Katarzyna Gruszecka-Spychała, Vice-President of the Port Gdynia Authority S.A., who emphasised that Port Gdynia has been actively supporting the development of sport for many years, promoting an active lifestyle and building bonds through a shared passion.
A weekend full of excitement – Open category
Saturday and Sunday belonged to the Open category, which brought together both experienced players from the national elite and ambitious debutants. The competition was of the highest standard, and fans were treated to spectacular matches full of dynamism, excitement and fierce fighting for every point.
Once again, Justyna Tomala and Aleksandra Zdon proved unbeatable among the women, defeating Izabela Zackiewicz and Karolina Bednarek in the final match. Kinga Legieta and Nicole Jochym won bronze medals – these three pairs dominated the women’s competition.
The matches were played in accordance with FIVB rules and the Brazilian system, which guaranteed a spectacle of the highest sporting level.
Sport, integration and passion
As a partner of the event, the Port of Gdynia emphasises its role in actively supporting sport and creating opportunities for children, young people and adults to develop. “Sport teaches cooperation, perseverance and healthy competition. These are values that are also close to our hearts,” said Katarzyna Gruszecka-Spychała, Vice-President of the Port of Gdynia Authority, during the award ceremony.
Active Beach 2025 proved that Gdynia is a unique place for beach sports enthusiasts. Three days full of energy, sunshine and cheering showed that a passion for volleyball can bring people of all ages together.
The Port of Gdynia would like to thank all participants, fans and organisers – it is thanks to you that this anniversary edition was so special.
Photo credit: Dawid Linkowski/Source: Gdynia Sports Centre
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