The 17th edition of the Balun d’Or will put pallapugno’s youngest athletes in the spotlight on Saturday, November 7, when the ceremony convenes at 10 a.m. in the municipal hall of Cerretto Langhe, Tuttosport reported, with the identity of the main prize winner kept secret until the event itself.
Flavio Borgna said the morning will treat the children as guests of honor and pay tribute to a very young player who inspired one of the murals scheduled for unveiling, Gazzetta d’Alba reported. Settimanale L’Ancora detailed that the ceremony will be presented by Fabio Gallina.
Youth Players Take Center Stage at the Ceremony
The 17th Balun d’Or will focus on new generations. The jury, chaired by champion Felice Bertola, selected three young hitters from youth championships to receive a plaque in memory of Sergio Corino, according to Tuttosport and Gazzetta d’Alba. Diego Rovere of San Leonardo in the Pulcini category, Samuele Semeria of Ricca in the Esordienti division, and Tommaso Fornasero of Speb in the Allievi category will each be recognized.
Settimanale L’Ancora noted that the main award’s recipient will only be revealed during the ceremony, keeping the central honor under wraps until the moment of presentation.
Career Prize Goes to Riccardo Molinari
Riccardo Molinari of Castelletto Uzzone will receive the career award for his time as Italian champion with Albese in 1991 and 1992. Tuttosport and Gazzetta d’Alba reported that he will be presented with a stone sculpture crafted by Remo Salcio of Castino.
Davide Pressenda, the vice-mayor of Cerretto Langhe, will receive the Campau prize, which is reserved for a pantalera player, all three outlets confirmed.
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Gilberto Torino Earns Special Jury Prize
Gilberto Torino, captain of Pro Paschese, will receive the special jury prize. Settimanale L’Ancora reported that Torino led a surprising season that culminated in reaching the semifinal threshold.
Journalism Award Recognizes Museum Founders
The journalism prize dedicated to Dumini Abbate and the editorial team will go to Brunella Mascarino of Rai, Massimo Prosperi of L’Ancora, and Luca Giaccone and Guido Mignone, the creators of CàBalun, the pallapugno and spherical sports museum recently inaugurated in Niella Belbo in the presence of Prince Albert II of Monaco, according to Settimanale L’Ancora.
Murals and Sculpture Mark the Occasion
Following the awards, three murals created in collaboration with the cultural association Restè will be inaugurated. Tuttosport reported that artist Alberto Ruce, arriving from Paris, will be present for the unveiling of the mural inspired by the young player. The morning will also offer a view of the Alta Langa sculpture, dedicated to the memory of Maria Franca Ferrero and donated to the community of Cerretto Langhe by Belgian artist Job Smeets.
The event will conclude with a tasting of local products prepared by Pro Loco volunteers in collaboration with the Circolo Crocicchio, Settimanale L’Ancora detailed.
Main Balun d’Or Winner Remains Unannounced
All three outlets confirmed that the name will be disclosed only during the ceremony at the Cerretto Langhe municipal hall.
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