About the Project
The idea behind the book is to shift the perception of tennis in Ukrainian society and highlight its place in the country’s sports history. It reveals that Ukrainians have been part of global tennis for over a century — through the individuals who helped shape its development. The book restores forgotten names and showcases the contributions of Ukrainian players, coaches, and managers to the international tennis landscape.
Expected Outcomes
Copies of the book on the history of Ukrainian tennis will be printed for libraries, schools, and public distribution
People we plan to reach through both the print and online versions — making the content convenient and accessible
People whose stories and contributions shaped the history of Ukrainian tennis in the book
Activities
Essential Historical Context
Tennis has been part of Ukrainian sports culture for over 100 years
People at the Heart of the Narrative
The story of tennis unfolds through the biographies of those who shaped it
Reclaiming Cultural Ownership
We restore to Ukrainian history the names of athletes who once competed under the Soviet flag
Project Timeline
Creative concept
Finalizing the book’s idea, structure, and artistic approach
Team formation
Assembling the working group, negotiating with partners, and planning production stages
Content preparation
Working on texts, conducting interviews, editing materials, and gathering archival and contemporary photos
Design & layout
Creating the book’s layout and adapting content to the publication format
Pilot print run
Publishing the first 1,000 copies for schools, libraries, and public presentations
Promotion & distribution
Launching a promo campaign and starting both online and offline distribution
Presentation
Official book launch and the final phase of media outreach
Join the Project
We are open to collaboration with partners, experts, and everyone who shares our goal — to tell the story of Ukrainian tennis and bring it closer to everyone.
Project Sponsorship
Help fund the book’s publication and distribution to make it accessible to schools, libraries, and youth across Ukraine
Information Support
Share the project through your media, social networks, or professional circles — and help us reach more people to support youth tennis
Partnership and Expertise
Join as a partner, advisor, or expert — especially with experience in publishing, research, archives, or sports history
