Switzerland Men's National Volleyball Team: 2017 European Championship Qualifiers Roster
The competitive landscape of European volleyball demands a blend of height, agility, and explosive power. For the 2017 Men's European Championship qualifiers, the Switzerland national team assembled a diverse roster of athletes designed to compete at the highest continental level. Under the strategic guidance of Head Coach Dario Bettello, the squad featured a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging talents.
In professional volleyball, two critical metrics define a player's physical dominance: the spike (the maximum height a player can reach to hit the ball) and the block (the maximum height a player can reach to stop an opponent's attack at the net). The Swiss roster for this campaign showcased impressive verticality, with several players reaching heights of 350 cm.
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Key Facts
- Head Coach: Dario Bettello led the Swiss squad during the 2017 qualifiers.
- Physical Peak: The highest spike and block heights reached 350 cm and 340 cm respectively.
- Tallest Players: Sébastien Steigmeier, Joel Maag, Nemanja Savic, Thomas Brändli, and Samuel Ehrat all stand at 2.00 m or taller.
- Roster Depth: The team utilized a comprehensive list of 23 designated player slots to ensure versatility across positions.
Detailed Player Statistics
The roster composition highlights a strong emphasis on height and reach. Players like Sébastien Steigmeier and Samuel Ehrat provided significant offensive pressure with 350 cm spikes, while Nemanja Savic offered a formidable defensive presence with a 340 cm block.
| No. | Name | Height | Weight | Spike | Block |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chrtistoph Hänggi | 1.93 m | 89 kg | 340 cm | 305 cm |
| 2 | Marco Gygli | 1.83 m | 82 kg | 315 cm | 300 cm |
| 3 | Jérôme Fellay | 1.88 m | 76 kg | 335 cm | 329 cm |
| 4 | Simon Hofstede | 1.98 m | 85 kg | 344 cm | 320 cm |
| 5 | Lorenz Eichhorn | 1.90 m | 83 kg | 340 cm | 310 cm |
| 6 | Rito Giger | 1.94 m | 82 kg | 344 cm | 312 cm |
| 7 | Sébastien Steigmeier | 2.01 m | 100 kg | 350 cm | 330 cm |
| 8 | Joel Maag | 2.00 m | 86 kg | 338 cm | 315 cm |
| 8 | Nemanja Savic | 2.00 m | 92 kg | 350 cm | 340 cm |
| 9 | Peer Harksen | 1.94 m | 83 kg | 339 cm | 318 cm |
| 10 | Luca Ulrich | 1.96 m | 80 kg | 345 cm | 335 cm |
| 11 | Marc Walzer | 1.99 m | 87 kg | 338 cm | 320 cm |
| 12 | Julian Fischer | 1.80 m | 65 kg | 315 cm | 300 cm |
| 12 | Elias Wetzel | 1.95 m | 90 kg | 346 cm | 326 cm |
| 13 | Joel Roos | 1.89 m | 80 kg | 330 cm | 325 cm |
| 14 | Jovan Djokic | 1.90 m | 80 kg | 340 cm | 320 cm |
| 15 | Manuel Sutter | 1.80 m | 75 kg | 315 cm | 295 cm |
| 16 | Noel Giger | 1.98 m | 90 kg | 340 cm | 330 cm |
| 17 | Thomas Brändli | 2.00 m | 98 kg | 330 cm | 315 cm |
| 18 | Samuel Ehrat | 2.00 m | 83 kg | 350 cm | 335 cm |
| 19 | Etienne Hagenbuch | 1.79 m | 73 kg | 315 cm | 305 cm |
| 20 | Leandro Gerber | 1.94 m | 85 kg | 340 cm | 320 cm |
| 21 | Frederic Wicki | 1.93 m | 83 kg | 330 cm | 315 cm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the head coach for the Switzerland team during the 2017 qualifiers?
The team was led by Head Coach Dario Bettello.
Which players achieved the highest spike height on the roster?
Sébastien Steigmeier, Nemanja Savic, and Samuel Ehrat all recorded the highest spike height of 350 cm.
Who had the highest block height in the squad?
Nemanja Savic had the highest block height at 340 cm.
What was the height of the tallest player on the team?
Sébastien Steigmeier was the tallest player, standing at 2.01 m (6 ft 7 in).
How many players were listed on the roster for the 2017 qualifiers?
The roster included 23 players, with some jersey numbers (such as 8 and 12) shared by multiple athletes.