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“Listen to the Protagonists”: Michalis Kounounis Interviews Manolina Konstantinou on Values, Passion, and Championship

Published December 30, 2025, 10:30
“Listen to the Protagonists”: Michalis Kounounis Interviews Manolina Konstantinou on Values, Passion, and Championship

Michalis Kounounis continues the interview series “Listen to the Protagonists,” giving a platform to individuals who have left and continue to leave their mark on sports and society, shedding light on stories behind the scenes. In the 7th episode of the series, he hosts Manolina Konstantinou, an international volleyball player with a career full of championship achievements in both Cyprus and Greece. Through a sincere and meaningful conversation, Manolina talks about: - the life of a professional athlete - the high demands and sacrifices of championship competition - her journey from Panathinaikos to Olympiacos and back to Panathinaikos - her love for Athens - and her concerns about modern volleyball. She also highlights the values that sports have given her, how they accompany her in every aspect of her life, and what it means to pursue the highest level with consistency and character. The entire episode is available on YouTube.