Irina Sokolovskaya facts for kids

Sokolovskaya in 2012
Quick facts for kids Personal information
Born	3 January 1983 (1983-01-03) (age 42) Vologda, Russia
Height	186 cm
Weight	72 kg
Sport
Sport	Basketball
Medal record Representing  Russia Olympic Games Bronze 2008 Beijing Team European Championships Silver 2005 Turkey Team Gold 2007 Italy Team

Irina Borisovna Sokolovskaya, born on January 3, 1983, is a talented Russian basketball player. She is well-known for her skills on the court. Irina was a key member of the Russian national team. With her team, she proudly won a bronze medal at the 2008 Olympic Games. She plays for Dynamo Moscow in the top Russian Premier League.

Basketball runs in Irina's family! Her younger sister, Olga, is also a basketball player. Their father, Boris, is a national basketball coach.

Irina's Basketball Journey

Irina Sokolovskaya has had an exciting career playing for several different basketball clubs. A player's career involves moving between teams and growing their skills.

• Early Years: From 2000 to 2003, Irina played for Chevakata Vologda. She returned to this team again from 2004 to 2007 and later in 2009-2010 and 2011.
• Playing for Dynamo Moscow: She first joined Dynamo Moscow in 2003-2004. She returned to play for them again starting in 2011.
• Other Teams: Irina also played for CSKA Moscow from 2007 to 2008. She was also part of the Spartak Moscow Region team from 2010 to 2011.

Olympic and European Success

Irina Sokolovskaya has achieved great success in international basketball tournaments.

Olympic Games

• 2008 Beijing Olympics: Irina won a bronze medal with the Russian national team. This was a huge achievement for her and her country.

European Championships

• 2005 EuroBasket in Turkey: Her team earned a silver medal at this championship.
• 2007 EuroBasket in Italy: The Russian team, with Irina, won the gold medal at this event. This was a fantastic victory!

See also

In Spanish: Irina Sokolóvskaya para niños