Trapani Shark coach sacked after losing in Coppa Italia semi-final

Last Updated: March 17, 2024

Daniele Parente is no longer the coach of Trapani Shark, the team that is dominating the regular season of Serie A-2 basketball. The dismissal comes after the team’s defeat in the semifinal of the Italian Cup against Fortitudo Bologna by 57-89. The reasons for the divorce are not yet clear. The club announced that Parente has been relieved of his duties as head coach and that a new coach will be appointed soon. There were hints of trouble brewing when Parente did not attend the press conference after the game and the general manager hinted at possible changes. The decision to dismiss Parente was made overnight.