Lithuania’s boys’ basketball team secured a thrilling victory over Serbia in the final, earning the gold medal with an intense 86-79 win. The game was closely contested, but Lithuania’s determination and strong teamwork pushed them ahead in the final minutes.
Israeli judoka Alexander Raskopine delivered a stunning performance in the boys’ -60kg final, overcoming Slovenian rival Adrian Gomboc to claim the gold. His skill and strategy were on full display, sealing a well-deserved victory after a tough battle on the mat.
Türkiye’s boys’ volleyball team dominated their way to gold in one of the country’s only two gold medal victories at the 2011 EYOF. In a high-stakes match against Russia, they secured a 3-1 win with impressive teamwork and powerful play, thrilling the crowd in the final.
The 2011 European Youth Summer Olympic Festival (EYOF) took place in Trabzon, Türkiye, from July 23 to July 29. This marked the first time the festival was held in Türkiye, with over 3,000 young athletes from 49 European NOCs participating. The event featured nine sports: athletics, basketball, cycling, gymnastics, handball, judo, swimming, tennis, and volleyball. Over 100 events took place across various venues, many of which were newly built or renovated for the festival, including the Hayri Gür Arena and Söğütlü Athletics Stadium. This festival was a key opportunity for young athletes to gain international experience while competing in an Olympic-style environment.