Daniele Santarelli

Awards & Honours

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Daniele Santarelli stands as one of the most successful coaches in European volleyball history. His record includes winning the World Championship with Serbia and the European Championship with Turkey, a feat rarely achieved by a single coach in such rapid succession. Leading Imoco Volley to a decade of dominance further cements his legacy as a master of the game.

AwardsSantarelli has won the FIVB World Championship in 2022 with Serbia and the CEV EuroVolley in 2026 with Turkey. He has secured multiple CEV Champions League titles and Italian Serie A1 championships with Imoco Volley. He is recognized as European Coach of the Year for his performance in 2022 and 2026.

Honours & Distinctions

European Coach of the Year

Volleyball Federations·2026

Recognized for outstanding performance with Turkey and Imoco Volley.

World Champion

FIVB·2022

Led Serbia to the World Championship title.

Records & Feats

Most Decorated Coach in Recent History

Career Milestone·2026

Won World Championship and European Championship within four years.

Longest Tenure at Imoco Volley

Career Milestone·2026

Served as head coach for nearly a decade without interruption.