Travel Timeline To-And-From Ukraine
There will be an organized travel itinerary we have for our Veterans from Ukraine coming to the Tournament, which will be along the following lines. Other Ukrainian Golfers who come can also join this package where we will organize all travel for them - additional cost included
Evening of 7 January:
8 January:
9 January:
10 January:
11 January:
12 January:
13 January:
14 January:
15 January:
Depart Kyiv
Arrive in Poland for Flight to Miami
Day off, and a chance to explore the course if wanted
Golf Tournament
Guided Tour of Miami and a Visit to U.S. Southern Command
Optional Guided Shopping Tour of Miami and Individual Sightseeing
Free day in Miami
Fly back to Poland
Take Train back into Ukraine
Kostyantyn "Odesa" Vlaev – Ukrainian Warrior, Veteran, and Advocate
Who is Kostyantyn Vlaev?
📍 Born in Odesa, Ukraine
⚔️ Veteran of the Azov SSO, defender of Bakhmut
🏆 National champion in medieval combat
🛡️ Advocate for veterans' reintegration
Kostyantyn Vlaev, known as "Odesa", has spent years defending Ukraine. From his early involvement in the Maidan revolution to his service in the Azov SSO, he has always stood on the front lines.
In the battle for Bakhmut, he was severely injured while evacuating a wounded comrade. Despite multiple surgeries and a long recovery, he remains determined to support his fellow soldiers and return to duty.
In 2023, Kostyantyn traveled to the United States as part of the Borderlands golf rehabilitation program for Ukrainian veterans. This experience transformed his outlook on life.
🇺🇸 "Playing golf helped me find peace. Walking from hole to hole, enjoying the silence and nature, was a form of therapy. It also gave me an opportunity to meet veterans from a different culture and exchange experiences."
After returning to Ukraine, he became deeply involved in veteran support initiatives, helping soldiers transition to civilian life and secure employment. He also continued his passion for medieval combat, leading his team to second place in a national tournament.
Support Kostyantyn’s Training & Recovery
✅ Golf training – Physical and mental rehabilitation through sports
✅ English language course – Improve communication with U.S. veterans
✅ Mental health support – Learn resilience strategies from American professionals
✅ Veteran networking – Exchange experiences with U.S. combat veterans
Why Your Support Matters
🛡️ Countering Russian Propaganda:
"It’s important to show the world that we are strong, rational people—not extremists, as Russian propaganda claims."
💬 Building Global Veteran Networks:
"Meeting veterans from another continent allows us to exchange experiences and create future projects together."
⚔️ Empowering Veterans:
"These programs help us realize that we are capable of much more than we ever expected."
Donate Today & Change a Life
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