Luigi Mastrangelo is a retired Italian middle blocker whose blocking, quick attack and emotional presence made him a centerpiece of Italy’s men’s national team for more than a decade. He won Olympic silver at Athens 2004 and bronze medals at Sydney 2000 and London 2012.
Mastrangelo also won three European Championship titles and played for major Italian clubs including Cuneo, Macerata and Roma. At 202 cm, he combined reach with a fast first-tempo attack and became one of the most recognizable Italian middles of his era.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Luigi Mastrangelo |
| Date of Birth | August 17, 1975 |
| Birthplace | Mottola, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Position | Middle Blocker |
| Height | 202 cm |
| National Team | Italy Men’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Sydney 2000, Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012 |
| Olympic Medals | Silver — Athens 2004; Bronze — Sydney 2000, London 2012 |
| Career Status | Retired |