The squad maintains its global character, featuring athletes from Brazil, Sweden, England, and the United States alongside local talent. Captain Luciano Felipe Da Silva leads a familiar group including Riccardo Innocenti, Francesco Marotta, Andrea Papi, Erika Scrivo, Ludvig Sjöström, and Matteo Veloce. New additions Lorenzo Bassoli, Isaiah Johnson, Olle Svensson, and Ben Leitch round out the lineup, with Leitch arriving from the Spanish side Menarini Joventut Badalona.
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Volpi Rosse Menarini Unveils International Roster for 2026/27 Season
With the season opener set for October 24, Florence-based wheelchair basketball club Volpi Rosse Menarini has finalized its eleven-man roster. The team, coached by Daniele Riva and Antonio Calamai, blends returning core veterans with four new international signings to tackle both the Italian Serie A and the upcoming EuroCup.
The campaign begins at home in Florence, where the team aims to build momentum for the EuroCup tournament scheduled for March 2027. Since 2011, the Menarini Group has served as the club's title sponsor, emphasizing a shared commitment to athletic excellence and social inclusion. Beyond competitive play, the organization continues to conduct outreach programs designed to foster a culture of accessibility within local schools.
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