Italy, under Ferdinando De Giorgi, is preparing for the 2025 World Championship final against Bulgaria. This is a crucial match for history, with the Azzurri potentially reaching the top of the world after a very convincing journey. The opposing coach, however, is a familiar face to the Azzurri: Gianlorenzo Blengini. The coach from Piedmont has already coached the Italian National Team in the past and is now set to play for the world title with a team that has been one of the revelations of the tournament. Let’s find out more about who he is.
Gianlorenzo Blengini: Who is he
Gianlorenzo Blengini was born in Turin on December 29, 1971. Always nicknamed Checco, he has had a long journey, moving between different benches before reaching the World Championship final with Bulgaria. He started as an assistant coach from 2000 to 2009, moving between Turin, Piacenza, Modena, and Gabeca. From there, his first opportunity with Lupi Santa Croce, where he stayed for two seasons, winning the Serie A2 Italian Cup and the promotion playoff final. In the next three years, he began to establish himself at Callipo of Vibo Valentia, where he twice reached the playoffs for the championship. After a stint in Latina, he became the assistant coach of Italy, alongside Mauro Berruto. Shortly after, he began a dual role, as he was assigned to the senior National Team, as well as being the coach of Lube. With the Marche club, he managed to win three championships and the Italian Cup.
Gianlorenzo Blengini: Azzurri Experience
After serving as an assistant to Mauro Berruto, Gianlorenzo Blengini was appointed head coach of the team, concurrently with his role as Lube’s coach. With the National Team, he did not disappoint; in fact, he managed to win a silver medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in Brazil, losing 3-0 against the hosts. However, due to a change in rules regarding dual roles, he had to give up the position of Technical Commissioner, ending his adventure with a defeat against Argentina in 2020.
Gianlorenzo Blengini: Passions
Gianlorenzo Blengini has always been a great sports enthusiast: his first love was, of course, volleyball, which he developed since his school days. Besides this, he also follows winter sports, tennis, basketball, and athletics with interest.
Gianlorenzo Blengini: Family
Gianlorenzo Blengini has never missed an opportunity to dedicate his achievements to the two women in his life: his wife Dorotea and his daughter Greta, who has started a very promising volleyball career.
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