Injured several times, Célestin Cardin has seen his ambitions evolve over time and now prioritizes the pleasure of playing for REC Volley.
REC Volley is set to host Nancy on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Colette-Besson gymnasium for the fifth round of Élite Avenir. In the Rennes squad, one figure stands out in particular: Célestin Cardin, who has become one of the team's key players. His journey, however, has been marked by a series of injuries that have profoundly influenced his view of sport.
After going through several physically difficult seasons, the outside hitter has had to scale back his ambitions. “I want to play for fun,” he said during an interview with the regional newspaper. This statement reflects a shift in philosophy for this talented player, who long aspired to higher levels of competition before the whims of his body forced him to reconsider his priorities.
The successive injuries not only affected his physical condition, but also his confidence. Célestin Cardin has had to learn to manage the frustration of not being able to practice his sport under optimal conditions. This journey has led him toward a more serene approach to volleyball, where well-being now takes precedence over the relentless pursuit of performance.
Within the Rennes group, his experience represents a considerable asset. His maturity, gained through adversity, inspires his teammates and contributes to the team's balance. Saturday's match against Nancy will be an opportunity for him to show that the joy of playing can coexist with a high level of expectation.
REC Volley intends to rely on this mental strength to secure a positive result against a Nancy side that will not fail to offer quality volleyball. The sporting stakes remain, but the philosophy displayed by Célestin Cardin reminds us that high-level sport can also be experienced differently.
After going through several physically difficult seasons, the outside hitter has had to scale back his ambitions. “I want to play for fun,” he said during an interview with the regional newspaper. This statement reflects a shift in philosophy for this talented player, who long aspired to higher levels of competition before the whims of his body forced him to reconsider his priorities.
The successive injuries not only affected his physical condition, but also his confidence. Célestin Cardin has had to learn to manage the frustration of not being able to practice his sport under optimal conditions. This journey has led him toward a more serene approach to volleyball, where well-being now takes precedence over the relentless pursuit of performance.
Within the Rennes group, his experience represents a considerable asset. His maturity, gained through adversity, inspires his teammates and contributes to the team's balance. Saturday's match against Nancy will be an opportunity for him to show that the joy of playing can coexist with a high level of expectation.
REC Volley intends to rely on this mental strength to secure a positive result against a Nancy side that will not fail to offer quality volleyball. The sporting stakes remain, but the philosophy displayed by Célestin Cardin reminds us that high-level sport can also be experienced differently.
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Source: Ouest-France