Coperchia
Coperchia, the most populous fraction of Pellezzano
Coperchia is a fraction of the municipality of Pellezzano, in the province of Salerno. It is located along the provincial road "Via dei casali" and represents one of the most populous areas in the region. In this location, a series of infrastructures and cultural activities can be found to satisfy the needs of the local inhabitants.
Physical geography
Coperchia is situated along the road that connects Baronissi to Salerno, halfway between Pellezzano and Capezzano. The locality is home to the cemetery of the municipality and a city library. Additionally, the "M. A. Galdi" theater is located there, where various cultural events such as theatrical performances, concerts, and art exhibitions are often organized.
Culture
The famous farce "A Coperchia è caduta una stella" (A star has fallen in Coperchia) was set around Coperchia, written in 1933 by Peppino De Filippo. This work was later adapted into a highly successful film called "In campagna è caduta una stella" (A star has fallen in the countryside). The locality is a true icon of national as well as global theater.
Infrastructure and transport
One of the main features of Coperchia is the presence of a railway station on the Salerno-Mercato San Severino line. This represents an important connection point to link the locality with the most important centers of the province of Salerno. Pellezzano, Cappezzano, Mercato San Severino and Nocera Inferiore are all located near Coperchia and easily reachable through the railway station. Additionally, for those who prefer buses, there are various lines that connect the fraction with Salerno and other neighboring areas.
Sports
Football
Football is a much-beloved sport in Coperchia and there are several teams that represent the city in various regional and local football leagues. The most representative football team in the locality is "Valentino Mazzola", which was founded in 1954. The club owes its name to the homonymous footballer, captain of the Grande Torino, who died in the Superga air disaster. The team's social colors are maroon and the playing field is located in Casignano, in the locality of Pellezzano.
History of Valentino Mazzola
The football team "Valentino Mazzola" has had a long and complex history. Initially, there were few means available to the society to enjoy a dignified football activity. However, thanks to the commitment of the management and the inhabitants of the area, it was possible to build a playing field and purchase what was necessary to compete at the local and regional level. After only three years, in the 1957/58 sports season, the team won the Championship of their group and then conquered the title of Campano Champion of Prima Divisione. Subsequently, due to the lack of adequate infrastructure, the team had to emigrate to Salerno to play their matches on a regulation playing field.
Currently, the highest-level football team in Coperchia is "A.S.D. Honveed Coperchia", playing in the regional championship of Prima Categoria - Girone F. The team's social colors are white and red.
In conclusion, Coperchia is a fraction of great importance for the municipality of Pellezzano and represents a concentration of tradition, culture, and sportsmanship. The football team "Valentino Mazzola" has always been a reference point for all the inhabitants of the area and represents an effective testament to the passion that the inhabitants of Coperchia have for sports.
