Overview
- The Deutscher Volleyball-Verband announced the immediate departure on November 12, citing a decision taken for personal reasons.
- Winiarski said he needs more time for his family and cited the heavy dual workload with Warta Zawiercie in Poland plus minor health issues.
- The DVV plans talks with five to six potential successors, and assistant coach and Herrsching head coach Thomas Ranner is among those under consideration, saying he is ready if asked.
- Appointed in 2022, Winiarski led Germany to its first Olympic berth since 2012 and a narrow quarterfinal loss to eventual gold medalist France at Paris 2024.
- His contract had been extended through 2028, officials praised his impact on the program, and he will continue in his club role in the Polish PlusLiga.