Jovan Kuzmanovski is the new president of KK Pelister
Jovan Kuzmanovski replaces Bojan Davkov; sporting director Predrag Sozovski and coach Tane Spasev stay in place.
Basketball Club Pelister from Bitola has a new president: Jovan Kuzmanovski takes over the top role after Bojan Davkov stepped down by personal decision. The change was announced on 14.10.2026.
Kuzmanovski is a long-time basketball professional in the region and arrives with a programme focused on stabilising the club’s finances and improving its competitive performance. He outlined a clear set of priorities aimed at securing the club’s short- and medium-term future.
Leadership continuity in the sporting department
The club confirmed that sporting director Predrag Sozovski and head coach Tane Spasev will remain in their current posts, providing continuity in team operations and player development as the new president settles in.
Club officials said the transition was organised internally and framed as a step to strengthen Pelister’s organisational and sporting foundations ahead of upcoming domestic competitions.
Supporters and local stakeholders in Bitola will watch closely how Kuzmanovski’s emphasis on financial stability and quality results translates into transfers, budgeting and the club’s on-court performance in the months ahead.
Photo: press material from the event
