In 2002-2003, he played against Macerata as an opponent already six times (regular season plus playoffs) as he had been sent on loan to Latina for a year. But this time round it will all be different for middleblocker Geric. Not only because he played five more years with Macerata, five years filled with successes, but also because he will be forced to watch on because of an injury.

“It’s such a shame not to be able to play – he said – I’ll be close to the team anyway on Saturday, we need points. We did well so far against the big teams but without getting any points. To get back in the Fontescodella, even as a spectator, will be special. For many years, Macerata was my second home, me and my wife have it in our hearts”.