The Circle Closes in Požarevac

The shockwaves have hit Serbian volleyball. Ivica Jevtić is back. Not in Belgrade, not in the spotlight of the national team, but exactly where his journey began: Mladi Radnik in Požarevac. This isn't just a coaching change; it's a homecoming wrapped in tactical brilliance. Jevtić, the architect of recent Red Star triumphs and the former head coach of the Montenegrin national team, trades the capital for the Morava valley. Why? Because some roots run deeper than trophies.

From Rookie Sensation to Mastermind

His story with the club started in 1998. By 1999, he was signing his first professional contract. As a player, he was electric, leading the youth squads to the Serbian and Montenegrin championship while earning MVP honors. He wore the first-team jersey from 1999 to 2002, and again from 2011 to 2017, leaving an indelible mark on the club's history. When the playing days ended, his dedication didn't. He stayed, transitioning to an assistant role before taking the helm in 2020.

A Career Forged in Gold

Since that first head coach stint, Jevtić has built a resume that commands respect. He guided Spartak Subotica and then Crvena Zvezda to glory, securing the Serbian Championship and Super Cup with the Red Star. He spent three years as part of the Serbian national team staff under Igor Kolaković and became the head coach of Montenegro in 2025. Now, in 2026, he returns to Mladi Radnik to finish what he started. "Some clubs aren't just clubs—they are home," the club declared. Jevtić isn't just a coach returning; he's a legend reclaiming his throne.