Reinaldo Piussi (born 18 May 1999) is an Uruguayan rugby union player, currently playing for the Miami Sharks in Major League Rugby (MLR). His preferred position is prop.[1]
| Full name | Reinaldo Piussi Mendoza | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Date of birth | 18 May 1999 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Montevideo, Uruguay | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 129 kg (284 lb; 20 st 4 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Early career
Piussi is from Montevideo and plays his club rugby for Carrasco Polo Club. His performances for Uruguay's U20 side, earned him a move to Oyonnax to join their academy.[2][3]
Professional career
Piussi was named in the Peñarol squad for the 2023 Super Rugby Americas season, making two appearances.[4] He signed for the Miami Sharks ahead of the 2024 Major League Rugby season.[5]
Piussi made his debut for Uruguay in 2022 against Tonga.[6] He was named in the Uruguay squad for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, making two appearances at the tournament.[7]