Italian volleyball celebrates FIPAV anniversary and new season launches

The Italian Volleyball Federation (FIPAV) celebrated its 80th anniversary with an event in Rome, attended by over 450 officials, athletes, and representatives. The ceremony honored the history of volleyball in the Rome and Lazio regions. Among those recognized was Adriano Brandimarte, technical director for BCC Colli Albani and Nettuno Volley School Genzano, who was celebrated for his role in the 1976/77 Italian Championship winning team, Federlazio Roma.

In Imola, Clai Imola Volley held an official presentation for the 2026/27 season at the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari. The event highlighted the partnership between the volleyball club and the motorsport venue. The presentation included the unveiling of the roster for the LVF A2 Fineco championship, led by coach Marco Gazzotti, and a showcase of the Clai Imola Young youth sector, which includes over 220 registered members.