FIVB Controller Franz Schmied passes away at 81 – Volleyball News
Another one bites the dust. Seems like, the angel of death is hovering over the volleyball world. There have been quite a few deaths in the month of March. In the recent memory, former FIVB Controller Franz Schmied bid farewell to life at the age of 81.
The Bern native, Schmied lived a great life and saw many different stages in volleyball. He joined the sport as player and learned the nitty-gritty of the volleyball. He became the coach and proved his skills as a great mentor. Later on, he was also offered to join the FIVB administration. He served at the International Volleyball Federation for 30 years and made tremendous contribution to volleyball.
He also took up the role of President at the Switzerland Volleyball Federation, where he served from 1968-1982. He also served in the Swiss Olympic Committee.
He joined FIVB as Treasurer in 1978. Soon he was elected as FIVB vice-president and president of the Finance Commission in 1982. He held chairman’s office of the World League Council in 1989.
FIVB President Jizhong Wei expressed regret about the loss of a great legend. He stated: "We all had great respect for him for his hard work and his personality. Mr. Schmied will be always in our memory as one of the founders of the modern FIVB."
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