Today at the “Jane Sandanski” Sports Center, the countdown of 200 days until the start of the European Youth Olympic Festival – EYOF Skopje 2025 was officially marked. The festival will take place in North Macedonia in July next year. The event brought together the best of the youth sports scene in North Macedonia, announcing the excitement that lies ahead in the coming months. From today, a new chapter begins in the preparations for one of the most prestigious multi-sport events in the country, which will unite Europe’s youth sports elite in Skopje and Kumanovo.
The ceremony began with an interactive gathering of young athletes with the festival’s official mascot, Shiny, who has become a true ambassador of EYOF’s values – unity, friendship, respect, and sportsmanship. The highlight of the event was a choreographed performance by Macedonian athletes, sending a message of togetherness and support for the future competitors.
EYOF Skopje 2025 will bring around 4,000 athletes from 49 European countries to North Macedonia. With competitions in 15 different sports – including athletics, basketball, volleyball, handball, swimming, judo, and 3×3 basketball – the festival presents a unique opportunity to promote the Macedonian sports scene and inspire young talents across the country.
This festival is a unique chance for young athletes from North Macedonia to compete with their peers from across Europe, gaining experience, friendships, and sporting skills. Beyond its competitive nature, EYOF Skopje 2025 symbolizes collaboration and the unification of different cultures and traditions through sport.
The organizers expressed gratitude to all participants, supporters, and media for their contribution to marking this important moment. With this event, a new chapter in the preparation for EYOF Skopje 2025 begins, paving the way for the successful realization of one of the most significant sporting events in North Macedonia’s history.
This festival will leave a lasting mark on the development of youth sports, inspiring new generations to dedicate themselves to sport and strive for the high standards of international competition. Through the organization of this festival, Macedonia continues to strengthen its position as an important sports destination and host of one of the biggest multi-sport events in Europe. You can watch the choreographed performance and the interaction between young athletes and the official mascot, Shiny, at the official EYOF Skopje 2025 Instagram account.
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