RIMINI, Italy – The stage is set for the 2026 Coppa Italia LNP, with the official Media Day taking place this morning at the Auditorium RivieraBanca in Rimini. The event brought together captains and head coaches from the four teams competing in both the Serie A2 and Serie B Nazionale tournaments, all vying for their respective category trophies. The competition itself will be held at the PalaFlaminio in Rimini from March 13th to 15th.
Representing Tezenis Verona at the Media Day were head coach Alessandro Ramagli and captain Filippo Baldi Rossi. Their presence underscored the anticipation building for the tournament, which promises a high level of competition and a vibrant atmosphere for basketball fans.
Verona Prepares for Challenge in Rimini
Coach Ramagli acknowledged the challenge ahead, stating, “We are facing an critical competition that, like us, all the participating teams seek to win.” He recognized that Tezenis Verona enters the Coppa Italia slightly behind the other three qualified teams, but framed this as a motivating factor. “This represents a great stimulus for us, especially when facing the league leader in the semifinals,” Ramagli added. He also highlighted the expected strong fan support and the city of Rimini’s passion for basketball, anticipating a special event.
Captain Baldi Rossi echoed his coach’s sentiments, emphasizing a focused approach. “We are approaching the Coppa Italia looking at one game at a time,” he said. “On Friday, we will take the court against Pesaro, certainly one of the most in-form teams in the championship at the moment, capable of expressing a high-level basketball.” He affirmed the team’s growth and positive momentum, stating, “We are a growing team, we have overcome the difficulties of recent weeks and we present ourselves to this competition with great energy and enthusiasm.”
Coppa Italia LNP 2026 Schedule and Matchups
The Coppa Italia LNP 2026 will kick off on Friday, March 13th, with the Serie A2 semifinals. Tezenis Verona’s matchup against Victoria Libertas Pesaro is scheduled for 5:15 PM local time (CET). Later that evening, at 9:00 PM CET, Valtur Brindisi will face off against Dole Basket Rimini.
Saturday, March 14th, will feature the Serie B Nazionale semifinals. Elachem Vigevano 1955 will play Verodol CBD Pielle Livorno at 5:15 PM CET, followed by Virtus GVM Roma 1960 against La T Tecnica Gema Montecatini at 9:00 PM CET.
The tournament will culminate on Sunday, March 15th, with the Serie B Nazionale final at 4:30 PM CET, and the Serie A2 final at 7:45 PM CET. The PalaFlaminio, recently expanded to a capacity of 3,500, is expected to be filled with enthusiastic fans throughout the weekend.
Serie A2 and Serie B Nazionale: A Look at the Leagues
The Serie A2, currently known as Serie A2 Old Wild West for sponsorship reasons, is the second tier of Italian professional basketball, positioned below the LBA (first division) and above Serie B. The Lega Nazionale Pallacanestro (LNP) governs the league, operating under the regulations of the Italian federation, FIP. Established in 1974, the Serie A2 has undergone several name changes throughout its history, including LegaDue Basket and Divisione Nazionale A Gold Basket.
The Coppa Italia LNP is a significant event within the Italian basketball calendar, offering a platform for teams from both Serie A2 and Serie B Nazionale to compete for national honors. The tournament provides a showcase for emerging talent and a thrilling spectacle for fans of the sport. The expanded PalaFlaminio in Rimini is ready to host what promises to be a memorable weekend of basketball action.
Fans can stay updated on the Coppa Italia LNP 2026 through the LNP website, legapallacanestro.com, where the full schedule and further details will be released.
The next confirmed action is the start of the Coppa Italia LNP 2026 semifinals on Friday, March 13th. Be sure to check back with Archysport for continued coverage of the tournament and all the latest developments in Italian basketball.
