Kommunalnik Grodno Women delivered a dominant straight-sets victory over A. Baranovichi Women in the Championship Women on May 2, 2026, winning 3-0 (25-18, 25-21, 25-16).

Playing on home court, Kommunalnik Grodno controlled the match from the opening whistle. The home side's attacking efficiency was on full display as they consistently broke through the Baranovichi block. In the first set, a strong serving run from setter Anastasia Mikhalchuk opened up a 7-2 lead, and the team never looked back, closing the frame 25-18.

Match Overview

The second set proved more competitive as A. Baranovichi Women fought back, tying the score at 15-15. However, Kommunalnik Grodno's middle blockers, led by captain Olga Pavlyukovskaya, responded with three consecutive blocks to regain momentum. Outside hitter Yulia Minina delivered the crucial kills down the stretch, securing the set 25-21.

By the third set, the visitors appeared to run out of steam. Kommunalnik Grodno raced to a 10-3 lead and never allowed Baranovichi back into the contest. A final service ace by libero Darya Kholod sealed the comprehensive 25-16 victory.

Key Performances

• Yulia Minina (Kommunalnik Grodno): Led all scorers with 15 points, including 12 kills and 2 blocks.
• Anastasia Mikhalchuk (Kommunalnik Grodno): Distributed 28 assists and added 3 aces.
• Anna Kalinovskaya (A. Baranovichi): Top scorer for the visitors with 9 points.

Standings Impact

The victory keeps Kommunalnik Grodno in contention near the top of the Championship Women table, while A. Baranovichi Women face an uphill battle to climb out of the middle of the standings. The clean sweep also improved Kommunalnik's set differential, a crucial tiebreaker late in the season.