Francesca Piccinini is a retired Italian outside hitter whose career stretched across almost three decades and made her one of the most recognizable figures in Italian volleyball. She was part of Italy’s 2002 World Championship team and later won the 2007 World Cup and 2009 European Championship.
Piccinini also built an exceptional club résumé, winning multiple Italian titles and seven CEV Champions League trophies. After briefly returning from an initial retirement, she ended her professional playing career in 2021.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Francesca Piccinini |
| Date of Birth | January 10, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Pietrasanta, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Position | Outside Hitter |
| Height | 184 cm |
| National Team | Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Sydney 2000, Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012 |
| Career Status | Retired |