After three days of sporting competition on the international stage, Team Coventry has returned home after representing the city at the International Children’s Games in Tallinn, Estonia last week.
The team was formed by 18 young athletes aged 12-15 who went through a selection process.
The athletes competed in girls’ football, swimming and judo during the competition which took place from 5 – 7 August 2025.
The athletes brought home 2 bronze medals from Estonia. Kieret Bassi, who took part in the Judo competition, won an individual bronze and worked with other judo athletes from across the world to win a team bronze.
The girls’ football team were supported by partners, Sky Blues in the Community, who provided a Coventry City Football Club kit as well as coaching expertise. Judo athletes were coached by Olympic bronze medallist, and current Team GB athlete Chelsie Giles, who passed on all her knowledge and experience from Olympic Games and international competitions.
Cllr Abdul Salam Khan, Deputy Leader at Coventry City Council attended the event to support the athletes. He said: “It was a real privilege to travel to Estonia with Team Coventry. Having supported the team for many years, it was an honour to attend as the city representative, and to cheer on our incredible athletes.
“Every medal won was thoroughly deserved. Each of our young athletes gave their all and represented Coventry with pride, skill, and determination.
“The International Children’s Games offer a fantastic platform for young athletes from our city, giving them the chance to experience international competition at world-class venues. I’m very much looking forward to celebrating their achievements in the near future.”
The International Children’s Games is an International Olympic Committee accredited event and is attended by cities across the globe.
This year’s team had 13 fantastic sponsors:
- Coventry City Council
- The Lord Mayor
- The Law Partnership
- Jessica’s Promise
- United by 2022
- Hammons Solicitors
- Alan Higgs Charity
- Sky Blues in the Community
- Coventry City FC
- Piece of Cake Marketing
- Unite the Union
- MCreat
- Heart of England Community Foundation
This year’s team had 6 partner organisations who supported our athletes:
- Coventry University
- The City of Coventry Swimming Club
- Coventry Judo Club
- Yamato Judo Club
- Bludog
- BBC CWR.
A civic reception will be held in Autumn to recognise and celebrate the team’s achievements.
For more information and to see Team Coventry’s journey in Estonia, head to their social media channels.