Volleyball coach in Kazakhstan strikes a young female athlete

On October 26, at a girls' volleyball competition, Khamit Mirzabekov, a coach from a private volleyball academy in the city of Shymkent, raised his hand against a young athlete from his team during a game. The video shows the coach approaching the girl and hitting her on the head.

In connection with the incident, the National Volleyball Federation of Kazakhstan took disciplinary measures. Initial reports stated that the coach was banned from participating in competitions and being on the team bench. According to subsequent information, the federation disqualified him for two years. The competition organizers were also reprimanded and fined.

The police of Pavlodar Region reported that a pre-investigation check has been launched regarding the use of physical force against the minor athlete. The individuals involved in the incident were brought to the police station, and the coach's actions will be legally evaluated in accordance with the law.