A memorable evening at the heart of Valencia’s sports legacy
On June 1st, the iconic Mestalla Stadium – home of Valencia CF – opened its gates to the most special kind of celebration: the graduation ceremony of our ESBS (European Sports Business School) students.
In a setting that perfectly represents the spirit of sport, leadership, we celebrated the achievements of 117 graduates from our Global Sports Business Master, and Master in International Sport Management.
This year’s ceremony was more than just farewell, it was a testament to the international strength and diversity of our community. With students from over 38 nationalities, ESBS continues to bring the world of sport together under one common goal: to lead and innovate in the global sports industry.
From the moment students walked through the player’s tunnel and onto the field where the ceremony was held, there was an energy in the air, one of pride, nostalgia, and anticipation for what’s next. Families, friends, professors, and mentors gathered in the stands to honor the hard work and growth of each graduate.
The event included inspiring speeches from our academic leaders like Paula Robles (Country Manager de ACE Education) y Jorge Coll (Fundador de ESBS) and special guests from the sports industry like the godmother of the Class 2025 Tanya Kutensko (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor at FIA) as well as Jorge García (Director of Marketing & Commercial at Valencia CF), who reminded us about the value of education, leadership and passion for sport.
🎓 Highlights included:
- Emotional moments as students received their diplomas with Mestalla’s legendary turf beneath their feet
- A heartfelt farewell from the Class of 2025’s student valedictorians
- Photo ops with the stunning stadium as a backdrop
- And of course, a final group cheer to close this unforgettable chapter
Graduating at Mestalla isn’t just symbolic-it’s a statement. Our students are ready to leave their mark on the global sports industry, and we couldn’t be prouder.
To our graduates: thank you for trusting us with your journey. Once a part of the ESBS family, always a part of the ESBS family. The future of sport is in good hands.