Il Bisonte Firenze Women
Wikipedia - Azzurra Volley Firenze
Azzurra Volley Firenze is an Italian women's volleyball club based in Florence and currently playing in the Serie A1.
History
Founded in 1975 as Volleyball Arci San Casciano, the club originally focused on youth teams. After becoming Azzurra Volley in 1986, the club start making progress in the lower Italian leagues arriving at Serie B2 and eventually reaching the Serie B1 in 2002. With the team showing good potential, the club search for sponsorship in order to fulfil it. In 2004 with main sponsor found, the club change its name to Il Bisonte Azzurra. In the following years, strong campaigns allow the club to compete for promotion to Serie A2 which was reached in 2012. Two seasons later the club was promoted to Serie A1, as a result, the home venue is changed to the Nelson Mandela Forum in Florence. In February 2022, the club changed its home venue again to the newly built Palazzo Wanny arena.
The team's name, "Il Bisonte," which means "The Bison" in Italian, reflects their strength and tenacity on the court. The players are known for their powerful spikes, precise serves, and solid defense, making them a formidable opponent for any team they face.
Il Bisonte Firenze Women has a dedicated fan base that fills the stands at their home games, creating a lively and supportive atmosphere for the players. The team's colors of blue and white are proudly displayed by fans and players alike, symbolizing their unity and determination to succeed.
With a history of success in Italian volleyball and a roster of talented athletes, Il Bisonte Firenze Women continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of women's volleyball.