Francesco Segreto returns to Farma Crocetta after two seasons spent with Parmaclima and Reggio Emilia, the club announced.
The 21-year-old utility player, born Dec. 3, 2003, grew up in the Sala Baganza youth system before making his first stint with Farma in 2022. Crocetta Baseball & Softball reported that his arrival sparked immediate enthusiasm within the club as management builds around young talent.
Crocetta sporting director Cristiano Ronchini pointed to Segreto as a vital piece for the upcoming roster. The club targeted an infielder and catcher combination to add power and depth to the batting order.
“Ciccio is one of the best young talents in our area,” Ronchini told Crocetta Baseball & Softball during the introductory press conference. “We are proud to have him with us and to continue our project that focuses on training players right from mini baseball, giving them the opportunity to grow in a top-level environment.”
Segreto brings high-level experience from his time in Parma, where he appeared in the European Champions Cup in Amsterdam. During the 2024 season with Reggio Emilia, he posted a .329 batting average.
His 2024 campaign included 24 hits, two doubles, one triple, and 23 RBIs. Those numbers proved his value on both offense and defense across the diamond.
Segreto expects to return to the dugout and rejoin several former teammates from his time at Crocetta and Parma. He handles both catching duties and infield positions, primarily second and third base.
“I don’t have a preference between the two roles,” Segreto told Crocetta Baseball & Softball. “I’ve carried them both out since my youth days and I like them very much. During the winter preparation, I will work to develop my potential to the maximum, putting myself at the disposal of the technical staff.”
“Returning to Crocetta was an easy decision,” Segreto told Crocetta Baseball & Softball. “The technical project that was presented to me focuses on young people and has ambitious goals. I felt 100% involved and can’t wait to give my best together with my new teammates.”
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