by InTrieste
In a bid to enhance the global image of their region, the governor of Friuli Venezia Giulia, Massimiliano Fedriga, underscored the pivotal role of sports as a driving force during a recent press conference. Joined by Mario Anzil, the vice-governor overseeing sports affairs, Fedriga emphasized the significance of high-profile sporting events in not only attracting large audiences to their territory but also in instilling core values vital for the development of the youth.
The occasion marked the unveiling of the final stages of the Italian Women’s Volleyball Cup of A1 and A2, slated to unfold at the PalaTrieste over the weekend. The lineup includes formidable contenders such as Imoco Volley Conegliano, Vero Volley Milano, Savino del Bene Scandicci, and Reale Mutua Chieri for the A1 category, while Busto Arsizio and Bartoccini Fortinfissi Perugia will vie for the A2 league title.
Attended by key figures including Enzo Barbaro, the general director of the Women’s Volleyball League, and Alessandro Michelli, president of FIPAV FVG, the event highlighted the region’s commitment to leveraging sports as a vehicle for broader promotion. Fedriga elucidated how hosting marquee events like the Italian Cup final not only draws attention to Friuli Venezia Giulia but also serves as a platform to showcase its sporting prowess on a global scale.
Vice Governor Anzil echoed similar sentiments, praising the region’s track record in attracting top-tier sporting events. He emphasized the upcoming Italian Cup finals as a prime example of Friuli Venezia Giulia’s capability to host prestigious competitions, attributing this to both the quality of sports infrastructure and the adept organizational prowess of local stakeholders.
As the spotlight turns to Trieste for the weekend’s volleyball spectacle, the occasion underscores the region’s strategic embrace of sports as a means to project its identity and values onto the international stage, signaling a concerted effort to position Friuli Venezia Giulia as a prominent player in the global sporting arena.
