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Miriam Sylla

Also known as Miriam Fatime Sylla, Myriam Fatime Sylla, Myriam Sylla

Born
Jan 8, 1995age 31
height
5'11" (or 180 cm)

Career

Active 2011 – present

Biography

About Miriam Sylla

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Miriam Sylla, also spelled Myriam Fatime Sylla, is an Italian volleyball player of Ivorian descent, born in Palermo. She plays as a wing spiker or opposite. At 31, she has been active since 2011, starting when she was around 16. Standing 5'11" and weighing 176 lbs, she brings a powerful presence to the court. She is part of the Italy women's national volleyball team. Sylla has competed at major international events, including the 2015 European Games, the FIVB World Grand Prix, and the FIVB Nations League. Her crowning achievement came at the 2024 Summer Olympics, where she won a gold medal. With 15 years of professional experience, she remains a key player in Italian volleyball. Her Instagram following of 399k reflects her popularity.

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Years Active
2011-present (started around 16 years old; 15 years active)
Birthplace
Palermo, Italy
Ethnicity
Black

Body

Weight
176 lbs (or 80 kg)

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Instagram Followers
399k (as of March 2026)

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What is Miriam Sylla's nationality and ethnic background?

She is Italian and Ivorian, with Black ethnicity.

When did Miriam Sylla start playing volleyball?

She has been active since 2011, meaning she began around age 16.

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