Taismary Agüero is a Cuban-born Italian wing spiker and former setter whose versatility made her one of the most unusual elite players of her era. She won Olympic gold with Cuba at Atlanta 1996 and Sydney 2000 before later representing Italy internationally.
Agüero starred for clubs in Italy and Türkiye and continued playing deep into her forties, including seasons in the Italian lower divisions. Her career is notable for the rare combination of setting, attacking and serving skills that allowed her to contribute in multiple roles across different phases of her career.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Taismary Agüero Leiva Botteghi |
| Date of Birth | March 5, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Cuba |
| Nationality | Cuban / Italian |
| Position | Wing Spiker / Setter |
| Height | 178 cm |
| National Teams | Cuba Women’s National Volleyball Team; Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000, Beijing 2008 |
| Olympic Medals | Gold — Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000 |