FIVB President Sends Condolences
to the Family of Ricardo Arias
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, March 27, 2025 – The President of the
International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), Fabio Azevedo, joined in
expressing condolences to the Arias Family following the passing of
Ricardo Arias, the “Father of Dominican Volleyball,” who passed away
recently in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
President Fabio Azevedo sent a warm felt letter addressed to the
Family of Ricardo Arias on behalf of the FIVB in which he underlined
that Ricardo Arias was more than a coach, he was a visionary, a
mentor and a role model for many athletes.
“His passion and unwavering dedication to volleyball transformed the
sport in Dominican Republic and beyond, and his influence reached
far beyond the court. He helped to shape not only skilled athletes
but also strong and confident individuals”.
Beyond his professional achievements, Ricardo was a cherished
colleague and friend, whose kindness, knowledge and support was
appreciated by many.
Azevedo’s words offer comfort to the Family of Ricardo Arias, “May
you find comfort in knowing that he left an indelible mark which
will be felt for generations to come, and that his spirit will
continue to live on through our sport”.
President Fabio Azevedo and the FIVB send out heartfelt sympathies
as they join not only his family, but his friends, his colleagues as
well as the volleyball and sports communities in the Dominican
Republic and beyond in celebrating his life and honouring his
contributions to volleyball. |