The tension is building in San Cataldo as the 8th Risiko Tournament, titled “L’ultima sdadata di Primavera,” reaches its climax. On Wednesday, May 13, the RCU “Il Pifferaio” will host the final showdown to determine who claims the quarterly title and a coveted spot in the regional championships.
The Final Four: A Clash of Titans
Four elite players have fought their way through the qualifiers to secure a seat at the final table. The lineup features a mix of national dominance and rising local talent:
Andrea Kiswarday (“Plasma97”)
Entering the final as the heavy favorite, Kiswarday represents the RCU “Eclettica” of Caltanissetta. He currently leads the National Risiko Ranking, which consists of approximately 1,000 players across Italy. With a win rate exceeding 50% and five victories in seven tournaments at RCU “Il Pifferaio,” his resume is formidable. He has already secured qualification for the 2026 and 2027 national individual finals following a recent win at the Master Nazionale di Catania.
Mariella Brucculeri (“Marymojito”)
A founder of RCU “Il Pifferaio” since November 2024, Brucculeri has seen a rapid ascent since she began playing in April 2023. Her competitive track record includes a 16th-place finish among 31 clubs at the Bergamo 2025 Team Championship and a second-place finish at the Risiko Sicilia 2025 team championships. Individually, she placed third out of 32 finalists in the Sicilia 2025 Individual Championship held last October in San Cataldo.
Gianluigi Orlando (“Kanidicaccia22”)
Another founder of the San Cataldo club, Orlando has been competing in tournament mode since November 2024. He earned his place in the final by dominating the qualification phase, winning four out of six matches. Orlando is also the 2025 Vice Regional Champion of Sicilia and shared the 16th-place finish at the Bergamo 2025 Team Championship.
Alessio Sansoni (“Bluprofondo71”)
The veteran of the group, Sansoni brings over a decade of experience to the table. His history includes a second-place national team finish in 2017 with RCU Cagliari and another second-place national team finish in 2023 with RCU “Eclettica,” a club he founded in 2018. Now a founder of RCU “Il Pifferaio,” Sansoni is a seasoned finalist known for his strategic depth.
What’s on the Line?
Beyond the prestige of the quarterly title, there is a significant prize for the local players. The highest-ranking player among the three RCU “Il Pifferaio” members will earn a Wild Card for the Sicilia 2026 Regional Championship finale. This prestigious event will take place in Syracuse later this year, featuring 36 of the best players from across Sicily.
More Than Just a Final: Growing the Game
While the spotlight is on the finalists, the evening isn’t just for the pros. RCU “Il Pifferaio” will also host classified friendly tables. These matches are specifically designed for new enthusiasts to learn the nuances of competitive Risiko and prepare for future tournaments organized by the “green-amaranth” club.
Key Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, May 13
- Time: Starting at 20:30
- Location: Nuova Locanda-Pifferaio Magico, San Cataldo
- Contact for Registration: Alessio Sansoni (371/4566763), Mariella Brucculeri (331/6039772), or Gianluigi Orlando (3291110564)
Stay Connected
Fans and aspiring players can follow the club’s activities, view tournament regulations, and check updated rankings via their social media pages on Facebook, and Instagram. Detailed reports, photos, and videos of the events are also published on their YouTube channel, @RisikoClubUfficialeIlPifferaio.
Quick Summary: Tournament Stakes
| Award | Recipient |
|---|---|
| Quarterly Title | Overall Tournament Winner |
| Sicilia 2026 Wild Card | Best RCU “Il Pifferaio” player |