Mino Sinelli, prominent Cremona journalist and educator, dies at 76

Mino Sinelli, a respected educator, journalist, and basketball expert, has passed away at the age of 76. He was found deceased in his home in Cremona on October 21, 2026, following a fall that resulted in severe head trauma. In accordance with his wishes, medical professionals in Brescia proceeded with organ donation.

Sinelli was a significant figure in the Cremona community. A graduate in classical literature, he served as a teacher in secondary schools. His journalistic career was deeply rooted in the region, notably through his work with the weekly Mondo Padano and the daily newspaper La Provincia. He was particularly recognized for his extensive knowledge and coverage of basketball, having served as an executive for Basket Cremona during the 1970s and 1980s.

Colleagues and community members have remembered him as a cultured, generous, and professional individual who left a lasting impact on local journalism and sports reporting.