Pallacanestro Reggiana officially introduced guard Troy Caupain at the headquarters of team partner Transcoop on November 9, 2026. The American player returns to the club following a stint in Turkey with Trabzonspor to start the current season.
Caupain, who was a key contributor for coach Dimitris Priftis during the previous campaign, has already rejoined the roster. He made his return appearance at the PalaBigi last Saturday during the team’s loss to Umana Reyer Venezia, recording 18 points and 5 rebounds, Sportiamoci reported.
During the presentation, Transcoop General Manager Luca Genitoni highlighted the importance of the signing for the club and the city. “I am very happy to host the press conference for Troy Caupain, a really important return for a club like Pallacanestro Reggiana,” Genitoni said. He noted that the partnership remains a source of pride for the company, emphasizing that the team is a vital asset to the local community.
Pallacanestro Reggiana General Manager Marco Sambugaro explained that the club moved to sign Caupain after keeping in contact with the player throughout the offseason. He described the guard as a versatile “2-1” option capable of both scoring and playmaking.
“It was an opportunity taken at the right time,” Sambugaro stated. He added that the decision was influenced by the team’s ongoing injury concerns within the backcourt. The club’s primary goal remains the recovery of sidelined players and securing wins in upcoming fixtures.
Reflecting on his first days back in Italy, Caupain expressed a strong sense of belonging. “It is good to be back home,” he said. “I felt warmth and open arms from the moment of signing, not to mention when I entered the PalaBigi on Saturday.”
Regarding his brief period in Turkey, Caupain described the experience as positive and professional. However, he concluded that returning to Reggio Emilia was the best decision for his career development. He also addressed his connection to the club’s culture, noting that he remains fully committed to the “Reggio Way.”
Pallacanestro Reggiana continues its season with a focus on integrating the returning guard into the rotation. The team’s immediate priority is the health of the roster as they prepare for their next scheduled games in both domestic league and European competition.
