After six seasons at the head of the Béziers Angels, last April, Fabien Simondet decided to take a step back. For the first match of the BV season, this Saturday September 28 at the Palais des Sports, he will not be on the bench, where he has just worked for ten years as assistant to Cyril Ong, then as head coach from summer 2018. He was appointed director of the amateur sector of Béziers Volley. He takes a look at the new version of the Angels.
What are your new roles within the club?
I take care of the sports management of the club: from the youngest, from 6 years old, to adults. I supervise the training of coaches, the establishment of championships and groups, as well as scouting in all these categories.
Why such a change?
I had been on the front lines on weekends for many years, and I felt the need to take a break. On a psychological level, it took a lot of energy. During the last season, I felt a little tired, and I didn’t want to do the year too long. So, we discussed with the leaders for this new position, in order to restructure training and young people. We have almost 200 licensees, around fifteen coaches. So it’s a lot of work too, but with less pressure.
What is your opinion on the Béziers Angels, new version?
There are only four players left from last season, the four French women, Margaux Bouzinac, Manon Bernard, Maélys Agnese and Juliette Bodinier. It’s still a little early to assess the true level of this team. It will take a little time to create an amalgam.
Béziers favorite this Saturday for the reception at Chamalières?
It is always important to start with a victory, especially at home. Chamalières is a team that is progressing little by little. A few years ago, she often played the role. But referring to our past, to our titles, to our experience, to our results in recent years, and to the fact that we play at home, on paper, we are favorites compared to the Puy-de-club. Dome.
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