West Texas A&M University Athletics

2026:
Became a fixture in center field for the Buffaloes during his first season on the diamond in 2026... Started 50 games... Hit .283 in 166 plate appearances with 12 doubles, a triple and a homerun to drive in 24 RBI for a slugging percentage og .386... Also drew 15 walks and was hit by a pitch 19 times for an on-base clip of .397... Led the Buffs in stolen bases with 21 on 23 attempts... Stole multiple bases in four different games... Appeared on the ESPN SportsCenter Top-10 for a diving catch at St. Mary's during the LSC Tournament Opening Round... 

2025:
Redshirted for the Buffaloes in 2025...

At Montverde Academy:
Came to Canyon following a stellar prep career at Montverde Academy in Montverde, Florida... Pitched and played in the outfield for the Eagles under head coach Victor Valencia... Named a team captain during his senior campaign... Named a Lake County All-Star in 2024... Also lettered in cross country and track for the Eagles, winning the 2022 Class 2A State Championship... 

Personal:
Born March 31, 2006... Son of David and Jennifer Picciano and he has one sibling, Sophia... Expected to major in Finance at West Texas A&M...