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APOEL Mourns the Loss of Basketball Coach Giorgos Faidon

Published January 16, 2026, 13:12
APOEL Mourns the Loss of Basketball Coach Giorgos Faidon

The APOEL Association expressed its deep sorrow over the untimely death of the coach of the K-18 basketball team, Giorgos Faidon. They describe him as a man of integrity, dedication, and genuine love for the sport, who served the team with consistency and passion. The APOEL Board of Directors has decided to declare mourning, with all competitive teams playing with black armbands. In addition, all games of the Basketball Academy are postponed for the upcoming weekend, and a minute of silence will be observed before the Keravnos – APOEL game. The APOEL Association stands by the family and wife of Giorgos Faidon, expressing its sincere condolences. Further announcements will follow regarding actions to honor the memory of the deceased.