Essence Hotels Fano is raising its competitive ambitions for the upcoming Serie A2 Credem Banca volleyball season, assembling a roster that blends world champions with emerging young talent under the guidance of coach Marco Bonitta.
Roster Construction and Tactical Approach
The club head into the new campaign aiming to surpass their previous league finishes. According to coach Marco Bonitta, the team has been built to be balanced, with every player assigned a specific role to ensure active participation in the project. The club finished the 2024/2025 Serie A2 regular season in 9th position with 31 points, and reached the quarterfinals of the Del Monte Coppa Italia A2 before being eliminated by MA Acqua S.Bernardo Cuneo, according to legavolley.it records. Looking further back, records show the team placed 12th with 30 points in the 2025/2026 campaign.
Bonitta expressed satisfaction with the club’s transfer market decisions, noting that the squad works hard without sparing effort in training. He highlighted the demanding nature of the league, pointing to a high average level of competition where no single team dominates.
Presidential Goals and the Servicing Game
President Emidio Cennerilli outlined a specific tactical identity for the squad following observations from the previous season. Cennerilli stated that he wanted a formation capable of hitting hard, noting that the fundamental skill of serving made a decisive difference during past matches. Mattia Brunetti addressed this request by signing players with strong serving abilities.
Team Presentation and Fan Engagement
During the official team presentation held at Palas Allende, newly appointed team captain Alessandro Tondo addressed the packed arena. Tondo expressed gratitude for the local support, emphasizing the squad’s commitment to upholding the name of Fano.
Antonio Cafarelli, chief executive officer of the Essence Group—which sponsors both the men’s team and the women’s side following their promotion to Serie B2—shared expectations for matchday atmospheres. Cafarelli stated that the organization aims to turn the venue into a demanding environment for visiting teams while increasing organizational support for every detail of the team’s campaign.
Regular Season Opener
The regular season schedule opens on October 18, when Fano hosts Gioia del Colle at Palas Allende. The fixture provides an immediate test for the squad as they begin their push toward the postseason targets outlined by the coaching staff.
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