Mina Mladenović makes history: first woman in CyberEurocup & with breakthrough EC run

Mina Mladenović is rapidly emerging as one of the most compelling stories of the current Cyber Euroleague season. From a strong LAN tournament performance to making history at the continental online level, her rise reflects talent, resilience, and continuous competitive growth within the European NBA 2K scene.

From Sofia LAN to Cyber Euroleague Recruitment

Mladenović first drew major attention during the Sofia Euroleague Open, a LAN tournament held in autumn and sponsored by ESportsBattle, where she finished an impressive 5th place against a highly competitive field.

Her performance did not go unnoticed. Following the event, Cyber Euroleague commissioner Viktor Vladov personally recruited her into the league structure, recognizing both her game IQ and long-term potential.

Adding to the spotlight, Mina is also known as the fiancée of Nikola Tasić, the current leader of the CEL Coefficient Rankings and a standout performer with Dubai, making them one of the most high-profile competitive duos in the Cyber Euroleague ecosystem.

NBA 2K Comeback and Academy League Success

Although Mladenović had competed in NBA 2K in earlier years, this season marked a serious comeback to top-level competition. She began her Cyber Euroleague journey in the Academy League, the league’s third tier, designed for development and progression.

Through consistent improvement in virtual basketball fundamentals, decision-making, and in-game control, she quickly established herself as one of the strongest competitors in the division, successfully holding onto 2nd place in the Academy League standings.

Her steady rise demonstrated that her Sofia performance was no coincidence, but rather the foundation of a much larger competitive trajectory.

Call-Ups, Roster Changes, and a New Opportunity

Due to personal reasons, several EuroLeague and Cyber EuroCup players were forced to step down, triggering official call-ups from the Academy League. Among these movements:

• Paulius Gumbrys was promoted to Bahçeşehir

• Mina Mladenović was called up to Trento

As a result, Salvatore Lamari, the long-standing and loyal Trento representative, had to step down temporarily. While his commitment to both Trento and Cyber Euroleague has been exemplary, Lamari will return in the near future, restarting his journey from the Academy League.

Immediate Impact at EuroCup Level

Transitioning from Academy League to Cyber EuroCup competition, Mladenović adapted immediately to the increased pace and pressure. Representing Trento, she delivered strong performances right from the start.

She has recorded four victories in four matches, including one decisive fixture that went through official review. In that game, Igor Klimov initially won by one point on the court; however, following review, five points scored after repeated off-ball actions in decisive moments were annulled, resulting in a confirmed win for Mladenović.

With that ruling, Mina currently holds a perfect 4–0 record and sits in second place in Cyber EuroCup Group B, firmly positioning herself as a playoff contender.

A Historic Milestone for Cyber Euroleague

With her EuroCup debut, Mina Mladenović has made history as the first woman to compete at the second-highest European NBA 2K Online MyLeague level.

More importantly, her performances suggest that she has not yet reached her full potential. With playoffs now firmly within reach, and momentum clearly on her side, speculation has naturally begun around whether a future Cyber Euroleague ticket could also be within sight.

Eyes Forward

Mina Mladenović’s journey—from LAN contender to Academy League standout, and now EuroCup history-maker—underscores the depth and inclusivity of Cyber Euroleague competition. Her rise is not just symbolic; it is competitive, measurable, and earned on the virtual court.

As the season progresses, all eyes will remain on Trento’s new representative and one of the most exciting emerging figures in European NBA 2K eSports.

History has already been made. The next chapter is just beginning.