Andrea Giani Takes Helm at ZAKSA
From the 2024/2025 season, Andrea Giani will be the head coach of ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle. Giani with multiple Olympic and World Championship medals as a player, brings his vast experience to the team. Having previously coached teams like Modena, Verona, Slovenian and the German national team, his recent success includes leading the French national team to gold in the 2022 Nations League. ZAKSA’s President, Jadwiga Cichoń, expressed excitement about Giani’s arrival, emphasizing his strategic approach and leadership skills.
Bartosz Kurek Returns as Team Captain
Bartosz Kurek, one of Poland’s most esteemed volleyball players, returns to ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle as team captain. Kurek’s illustrious career includes a World Championship MVP title in 2018 and multiple national and international accolades. His return is seen as a significant boost for the team, bringing extensive experience and leadership. Kurek expressed his commitment to ZAKSA, highlighting the club’s global reputation and his dedication to leading the team to further success. President Cichoń welcomed Kurek’s return, praising his skills and leadership as crucial for the team’s future achievements.
