Simona Gioli is a retired Italian middle blocker whose quick attack and mobility helped define Italy’s front court during the national team’s rise in the 2000s. She represented Italy at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympic Games and won European Championship gold in 2007 and 2009.
Gioli’s club career included long successful spells with Perugia as well as teams in Russia, Türkiye and Italy. She continued playing in the Italian leagues through the 2018–19 season, finishing a career that stretched across more than two decades.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Simona Gioli |
| Date of Birth | September 17, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Rapallo, Italy |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Position | Middle Blocker |
| Height | 185 cm |
| National Team | Italy Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Beijing 2008, London 2012 |
| Career Status | Retired |