Talented Italian Thrower Commits to Idaho

MOSCOW, Idaho -- The University of Idaho Track & Field/Cross Country program is thrilled to announce the signing of Gioele Tengattini. Tengattini comes to Idaho from Grassobbio, Italy.

Tengattini began his track and field career in 2019 and made his mark early on by coming in second in the shot put at the Italian under-16 Outdoor National Championships. His marks from a young age showed the promise and potential he would display in the 2021 and 2022 seasons.

The 2022 season was a tremendous year for Tengattini as he set his shot put and discus throws personal bests. In April he launched the discus 46.86 meters (153'8"), and in June heaved the shot put 16 meters even (52'5"). This mark in the…