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Wikipedia - Fenerbahçe S.K. (men's volleyball)
Fenerbahçe Men's Volleyball, currently known as Fenerbahçe Medicana for sponsorship reasons, are the men's volleyball department of Fenerbahçe SK, a major Turkish multi-sport club based in Istanbul, Turkey. Founded in 1927, they are one of the most successful volleyball teams in Turkey, having won five Turkish Volleyball League titles, four Turkish Cups, and four Turkish Super Cups, among others. In Europe Fenerbahçe have won two Balkan Cups and the CEV Challenge Cup in the 2013–14 season, thus writing volleyball history as the women's team won another continental title, the CEV Cup, the very same day. By achieving this unparalleled feat, Fenerbahçe became the first and only sports club in Turkey and one of a few in Europe with European titles won in both the men's and women's volleyball departments.
The club play their home matches at the 7,000-seated TVF Burhan Felek Sport Hall.
History
After a series of intermittent existences, 1927–1935, 1940–1942, 1943–1971, it was founded in its present form in 1976. The team began in the Istanbul Fourth League and was promoted to the Third League in 1977, to the Second League in 1982 and finally to the First League in 1984. As champions of the Istanbul First League in 1985, Fenerbahçe were promoted to the top-level Men's Volleyball League.[]
Fenerbahce's volleyball team competes in both domestic and international competitions, including the Turkish Volleyball League and the CEV Champions League. The team has a strong roster of talented players from around the world, who bring a high level of skill and competitiveness to the court.
Known for their passionate fan base and vibrant team spirit, Fenerbahce's volleyball team is a force to be reckoned with in the world of volleyball. With a winning tradition and a commitment to excellence, Fenerbahce continues to be a dominant force in the sport, both in Turkey and on the international stage.