From Bogdanka LUK Lublin to Chicago: Poland Squad

11 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Poland named a refreshed squad for the final Volleyball Nations League stop in Chicago, featuring Tomasz Fornal and Kamil Semeniuk joining the Polish national volleyball team.

The Polish national volleyball team announced a refreshed roster for the final Volleyball Nations League stop in Chicago, and the change highlights depth across domestic clubs and national duties. Consequently, Tomasz Fornal and Kamil Semeniuk join the squad, replacing Mikołaj Sawicki of Bogdanka LUK Lublin and Michał Gierżot.

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Roster changes and selection news

The coaching staff named Marcin Komenda, Marcel Bakaj and Jan Firlej as setters. Moreover, attackers include Bartłomiej Bołądź and Kewin Sasak. In addition, the team lists Wilfredo Leon, Aleksander Śliwka, Artur Szalpuk, Kamil Semeniuk and Tomasz Fornal as receivers. Therefore, the side keeps strong options on the wings. The middles are Bartłomiej Lemański, Jakub Kochanowski, Jakub Majchrzak, Szymon Jakubiszak and Jakub Nowak. However, Jakub Kochanowski has reported health concerns ahead of the trip. Consequently, the libero positions go to Jakub Popiwczak and Maksymilian Granieczny.

Polish national volleyball team: tournament context in Chicago

The Chicago tournament runs from 15 to 19 July and it serves as Poland’s last stop this year. Poland sits third after ten rounds, behind Japan and the United States. In Chicago, Poland will face Bulgaria on 15 July at 19:00, Brazil on 18 July at 03:00, France on 18 July at 23:00, and the USA on 20 July at 03:00. Moreover, the Nations League moves quickly, and every match counts for points and momentum. After the group stage, seven top teams will qualify for the final event in Ningbo, China, from 29 July to 2 August. However, if the Chinese hosts finish in the top eight, organizers will include the team in eighth place as well.

Why this matters for expats and followers

Poland has a strong Nations League pedigree. The team has stood on the podium six times. In addition, the Biało-Czerwoni hold two golds (2023 and 2025), a silver (2021) and three bronzes (2019, 2022, 2024). Therefore, fans expect a deep run and careful squad management matters. Furthermore, late-season injuries or club commitments can change squads fast in European volleyball.

Poland used a friendly at home to sharpen form. The team beat Germany 3-0 in Olsztyn (25:17, 25:16, 25:15). However, coaches agreed to play a fourth set, and Germany took it 25:22. The match featured Marcin Komenda and Wilfredo Leon from the Polish vice-champion club. Moreover, Kamil Semeniuk, Tomasz Fornal and Bartłomiej Bołądź each scored 11 points in that friendly.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you follow the team from abroad, note that Polish clubs often loan or release players for national duty, and local sponsors like Bogdanka LUK Lublin play a visible role in talent development. For practical matters, remember Polish institutions such as ZUS (social security), NFZ (national health fund), PESEL (personal ID number) and the concept of a mandat (on-the-spot fine) shape daily life for residents here. Therefore, expect tight schedules when clubs and the national team coordinate travel and medicals.

Full squad list: Setters: Marcin Komenda, Marcel Bakaj, Jan Firlej. Receivers: Wilfredo Leon, Aleksander Śliwka, Artur Szalpuk, Kamil Semeniuk, Tomasz Fornal. Opposites: Bartłomiej Bołądź, Kewin Sasak. Middles: Bartłomiej Lemański, Jakub Kochanowski, Jakub Majchrzak, Szymon Jakubiszak, Jakub Nowak. Liberos: Jakub Popiwczak, Maksymilian Granieczny.

Fans in Chicago and viewers online should watch for lineup tweaks and minute management. Consequently, the final tournament picture will become clearer after these matches. Moreover, expats who follow Polish sport will find this a good moment to reconnect with local club stories and national identity.

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