The club is taking another step forward in its development with the arrival of a figure well-established in the sports scene of French-speaking Switzerland.
Fribourg Olympic Basket has announced the appointment of Valentin Danzi as General Manager, with effect from 1 May 2026. This appointment is part of the club’s commitment to further professionalise its operations and support its long-term sporting ambitions.
The perfect fit for the role
Aged 42, married and the father of a young daughter, Valentin Danzi has an in-depth understanding of Swiss sport. A sports journalist for over 20 years, specialising in basketball, he has developed a broad range of expertise that extends beyond journalism: radio, sports coaching (as a football goalkeeping coach), communications and relations within the sporting community.
A native of Gruyère where he has been based for the past 15 years, he has strong regional roots, giving him a deep understanding of local issues. His career has given him a comprehensive understanding of performance, organisation and communication – skills that are essential for this new challenge.
A key role in supporting the club’s growth
The creation of this General Manager role serves a clear purpose: to organise and professionalise the club’s operations at every level. From sporting and administrative coordination to the management of internal processes and supporting stakeholders – staff, partners, institutions and the media – Valentin Danzi will play a central role in the development of Fribourg Olympic.
This appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the club, which continues to build on its sporting successes whilst strengthening its organisational foundations. An important step in shaping the future of the Blue and Whites.
