Overview
- The Federación del Voleibol Argentino (FEVA) confirmed on Thursday, June 25, 2026, that Castellani died at 65 after a long illness and issued an official tribute praising his legacy.
- As a player he captained Argentina's golden era, winning bronze at the 1982 World Championship and the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games.
- As a coach he led the Argentina men’s team from 1993–1999 with Pan American gold in 1995, won the 2009 European Championship with Poland, and enjoyed major club success in Europe and South America.
- In 2022–23 he returned to lead the Argentina women’s team, guiding Las Panteras to the 2023 Copa Panamericana title and a Sudamericano final, then disclosed a cancer diagnosis in early 2023 and took medical leave in 2024 with assistant Facundo Morando assuming on‑court duties.
- His death has prompted national tributes from FEVA, clubs and players and leaves the long-term plan toward the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics in transition as the federation and coaching staff determine next steps.