SCAFATI – The sports field of Scafati is named after Giovanni Vitiello known as’ O Sceriff. The ceremony took place yesterday morning amid the emotion of citizenship and institutions because ‘O Sceriff was a man who dedicated his life to sport in the area, focusing on the educational and training role of sporting effort. The moment of unveiling of the plaque of honor promoted and organized by the “Together for John” Committee was held in the square in front of the stadium. «A recognition due to a person who left his mark in this city, for the example of honesty, humility and altruism he represented for everyone. For those who, like me, have known Giovanni and have had the opportunity to appreciate his moral and human qualities, his being an educator, a sportsman and a teacher of life, it is not difficult to understand the reason for the decision to name the municipal stadium after his memory. »Were the words of a very excited mayor of Scafati Cristoforo Salvati.
Also present at the meeting Massimo Rastelli, coach currently at Spal, who at a young age was trained by Giovanni Vitiello himself and who recalled him as follows: “He sacrificed a life for us citizens and to make a sporting culture grow in this area with at the center loyalty, respect and sacrifice. This is a duty and a reminder for future generations of a person who in addition to football has represented a lot for the community ».
Alfonso Romano
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