Special Recognitions

Fair Play Panathon Award “LUCA AND DAVIDE COTRUFO“

The award is dedicated to the memory of Luca and Davide Cotrufo, athletes of Pielle Matera, as well as sons of the responsible for the youth sector of the club, who passed away prematurely. The award was initially dedicated to the memory of Davide (who passed away in 2011), and after the death of Luca (2017), it is dedicated to both twin brothers. Given the strong educational and formative value expressed by the event, it is awarded to the most significant fair-play gesture during the tournament.

“Carlo Quinto” Award

The “Carlo Quinto” Award, instituted in memory of Carlo Quinto, a young coach from Pielle Matera who passed away prematurely in 2005, is awarded at the end of the tournament to the coach who, throughout the event, demonstrates having effectively transmitted the formative principles of minibasket to their young players.

“EMANUELA GALICOLA” Award

The award established in memory of Emanuela GALICOLA, coach, manager, but above all, a great friend who was always present at “Minibasket in Piazza”. She passed away prematurely in a road accident while accompanying a team to play a youth game in Potenza. The award is given to someone whose positive attitude contributes to the successful outcome of the tournament.

“Romeo Sarra” Smile Award

The “Romeo Sarra” Smile Award, established since 2015 in memory of Romeo SARRA, former President of the City Council of Matera and Vice President of the Regional Council of Basilicata, who suddenly passed away, and who, with his cordiality and honesty, had been close to the event since its first edition. The award is given to the manager/companion who throughout the tournament has consistently shown a genuine smile, both on and off the field, with their own team as well as others, demonstrating to have embodied the principles of “Minibasket in Piazza” just as Romeo always did.

“Nava” Award

The prize established in memory of the NAVA spouses, tragically deceased in a road accident. The NAVA spouses supported the “Minibasket in Piazza” event for years with their company, sharing its cultural and social aspects. The award is given to the team that demonstrates the highest level of fairness both on and off the court during the tournament.