With just weeks to go, excitement is building across Europe as national squads complete their final preparations for the 2026 Youth European Lifesaving Championships, set to begin later this month.

From 27–29 July, Europe’s top emerging lifesavers will converge on Rome’s legendary Stadio del Nuoto, a venue celebrated for hosting several premier events including the 1994 and 2009 World Championships.

Ocean and beach racing will follow in Ireland from 3-6 September, rounding out a two‑stage championship that will test athletes across all lifesaving disciplines.

As teams refine race strategies and sharpen their competitive edge, host nation Italy has now confirmed its full roster for the home championships.

Italy announces squad for Rome 2026

Following the conclusion of the Italian Senior and Junior Championships, selectors have named the 12 athletes who will represent Italy in this year’s Youth Championships. The squad will begin focused pool preparation ahead of their debut on home soil.

Congratulations to the athletes selected to represent the host nation

Agata Binelli (DDS Camaiore)

Nicole Carzacchi (Pol. Polivalente Maranello)

Carlotta Formillo (IN Sport)

Greta Gazzera (Aquaclub)

Erica Giuliani (Accademia di Salvamento)

Viola Marsella (Olgiata 20.12)

Alessio Cesana (IN Sport)

Fabrizio Falanga (Gym Flower)

Antonio Garofalo (Caravaggio Sporting Village Aqua & Fitness)

Vittorio Lanfrit (Sporting Club Noale)

Alessio Petracca (IN Sport)

Andrea Vacchelli (IN Sport)

Team Staff

Technical Director: Massimiliano Tramontana

Youth National Team Head Coach: Marina Gratton

Coach: Roberto Vicinanza

Team Doctor: Andrea Felici

Physiotherapist: Sofia Miniati

With a strong mix of talent and experience, Italy is poised to make a powerful showing as it welcomes Europe’s best young lifesavers to Rome. The stage is set, preparations are intensifying, and anticipation is rising for what promises to be a standout edition of the Youth European Lifesaving Championships.