Volleyball legend Dieter died at the age of 82!

Volleyball legend Dieter died at the age of 82!

On January 17, 2025, the volleyball community around Dieter mourns the German, known as "Mister Volleyball", which died at the age of 82. His passion for sport not only shaped his own life, but also the many athletes in the Neuwied region and beyond. Dieter in word was an outstanding personality who contributed significantly to the establishment of volleyball culture in Germany.

was a central player at GTRV Neuwied, where he acted not only as a player, but also as a graduate sports teacher and referee. Under his leadership, the team made it into the first volleyball Bundesliga. In 1974/75 the team was one of the eight founding members of this now established league So GTRV Neuwied . .

was a co-founder of the Volleyball department of the DJK Andernach and was honored in 2021 for his 65-year membership in the GTRV. Numerous awards from the volleyball association testify to his merits. Professionally, he worked as a sports teacher at the Werner-Heisenberg-Gymnasium in Neuwied.

a lasting inheritance

His death leaves a large gap in the sports community and his family. The funeral will take place on Friday, January 17th, at 10 a.m. in the cemetery on Elisabethstrasse in Neuwied reports GTRV Neuwied .

WITHING was not only an eager volleyball player, but also had a great interest in other sports such as football and swimming. His enthusiasm and commitment will continue to live in the memory of many athletes who have been inspired by him. In order to continue to promote volleyball in Germany, which has become increasingly popular since its official introduction in 1895 by William G. Morgan, people like Dieter are required who are used with heart and commitment History of volleyball shows .

His services to sport are unforgettable and his life's work will also inspire future generations of volleyball players.