The Germani Brescia no longer exists. The company, sold to American lawyer Paul Matiasic, has packed its bags and moved to Rome.
What happened?
The Pallacanestro Brescia, runner-up in the championship two years ago, in the semifinals this year, no longer exists. The decision to sell the team was made after a difficult season.
The team had reached the semifinals in the 2025-2026 season, with a record of 18-12. Captain Amedeo della Valle had scored 12.5 points per game, with 4.2 assists and 3.1 rebounds.
Why is it important for Germani Brescia?
The disappearance of Germani Brescia is a hard blow to the city of Brescia, which had already suffered the bankruptcy of Brescia Calcio a year ago. Fans are bitter and feel betrayed.
| Season | Record | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | 18-12 | 12.5 | 3.1 | 4.2 |
What comes next?
The Maxima Roma, the new team that acquired Germani Brescia, will start playing in the next season. Coach Ettore Messina has left Olimpia after 7 seasons and may be hired by Maxima Roma.
The Vanoli Cremona, another Lombardy team, had already closed its doors a few weeks ago. The Blu basket Bergamo had closed its doors without even finishing the championship.
The Germani Brescia leaves a void in the city of Brescia, but the passion for basketball remains alive. Fans hope that a new team can be born and bring basketball back to Brescia.
The next commitment for Maxima Roma will be to build a competitive team for the next season. The team will have to find new players and a new coach to replace Ettore Messina.
The story of Germani Brescia is over, but basketball in Brescia is not dead. Fans will continue to support their team, even if it no longer exists.
Maxima Roma will have to work hard to win over the fans of Brescia and bring basketball to Rome. The challenge will be difficult, but the team is ready to start this new chapter.
The Germani Brescia no longer exists, but its legacy will live on in the hearts of fans. The team had achieved great results and had brought basketball to Brescia.
The future of basketball in Brescia is uncertain, but fans hope that a new team can be born and bring basketball back to Brescia. The passion for basketball remains alive and fans will continue to support their team.
Maxima Roma is ready to start this new chapter and bring basketball to Rome. The team will have to work hard to win over the fans of Brescia and build a competitive team.
The story of Germani Brescia is over, but basketball in Brescia is not dead. Fans will continue to support their team, even if it no longer exists.