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Deserved! Olivinha will get a boost at Flamengo and becomes the first athlete outside football to achieve the feat
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The red-black idol played his last match this Thursday
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Emotion took over Maracanãzinho this Thursday. On the day that Franca became three-time NBB (New Basketball Brazil) champions, Olivinha said goodbye to the courts after a long and successful career. Even though he was upset with his runner-up finish, the red-and-black idol was very emotional as he said goodbye to basketball. Applauded by the fans and revered even by opponents, the 41-year-old forward now intends to become a fan in the stands.
- It wasn't the ending I wanted. Of course I wanted to leave here as a champion. But I have nothing to complain about. It was a successful career, I was very happy wearing the shirt of this club that I am passionate about. From tomorrow, I will be another Flamengo fan. I'll be in the stands supporting the club I love, repaying all the affection I've always received from the fans" - said Olivinha.
Owner of six NBB titles, Olivinha says goodbye to basketball with the same number of achievements as Former teammate Marquinhos and Jhonatan Luz, who equaled the mark this Thursday. Created by Flamengo's academy, the now former player only regretted having said goodbye with the runner-up.
"We didn't play. well the series. Franca deserved it, that's part of the sport. We gave our best, but Franca was better than us, so we have to praise their work. Now it's time to rest with the family and enjoy this retirement "-he commented.
23-year-old pivot is new to the Pride of the Nation
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Flamengo announced another signing for the basketball squad for the 2024/25 season this Thursday (26) . The club officially announced the arrival of 23-year-old center Ítalo Honorato, who will complete the team.
Graduated in Corinthians' youth categories, Ítalo is coming off his most impressive season in the national basketball elite. He played 28 games in the NBB 23/24 for Cerrado, averaging 5.5 minutes per game, recording 1.5 points and 1.1 rebounds per game. The athlete stood out in the Development League, where he has played for Corinthians, Paulistano, São Paulo and Sociedade Thalia.
As he had already reached the quota of three foreign players, Flamengo turned its focus to the national market in search of another pivot. The choice of Ítalo Honorato represents a bet on a young talent that can be used as needed. The pivot's contract with FlaBasquete runs until the end of the year.
Shooting guards: Gui Deodato and Shaq Johnson
Wings: Jhonatan Luz* and Jordan Williams
Pivot forwards : Kayo Gonçalves and Lucas Siewert
Pivots: Galizzi and Ítalo Honorato
Flamengo will compete in pre-season tournament in BrasíliaAfter the four-game tour in Spain, Flamengo confirmed its participation in another series of pre-season matches. The team will compete in a friendly tournament in Brasília, between September 29th and October 4th, at Ginásio Nilson Nelson.
Rubro-Negro's debut will be this Sunday (29th), against Brasília, at 11am, broadcast live on Fla TV. Flamengo is in Group A of the tournament, along with Botafogo, while Caxias, Minas and Vasco make up Group B. The information was released by journalist Enéas Lima, from the portal 'Garrafão Rubro-Negro'.
The athlete reached an agreement with Rubro-Negro and will defend the rival next season
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This past Tuesday (17), Felipe Motta announced his departure from Flamengo through his social networks, after one season. Now, the athlete will defend Rubro-Negro's rival, Botafogo in NBB 2024/25.
Felipe was revealed as an athlete with great potential. The young man played for the Brazilian National Team's youth teams, went through the NBA Global Academy, the North American league's development program, and played for Fortaleza before arriving at Rubro-Negro last season. He was champion of the Super 8 Cup and was part of the runner-up in the NBB.
However, Felipe only had a few minutes on the court per game and very discreet numbers. The winger played 5 minutes on average per game and had the following statistics: 1.3 points, 0.6 rebounds and 0.4 assists. The young man had more opportunities in LNb 2024 and did well in the fourth place campaign, but both parties reached an agreement and ended the relationship.
FELIPE MOTTA SAYS GOODBYE TO FLAMENGOOn his social networks, Felipe Motta thanked Mais Querido and sent a message to the Nation: “Thank you Flamengo. It was an honor to be part of and play for the red and black nation.”
It is expected that Felipe will have more minutes at Botafogo and can establish himself among the elite of Brazilian basketball. The new NBB 2024/25 season will start in the second week of October, and Mais Querido will face Vasco in the first round.
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The player said goodbye to Mais Querido this Monday (5)
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Flamengo's women's team suffered a loss for the rest of the season. This is because, this past Monday (5), striker Naná Andrade announced on her social networks that she is leaving Mais Querido after seven months playing for the club
“Today I say goodbye to Flamengo. It was an honor to wear this shirt. Gratitude to my teammates, technical committee and employees for all these months. I learned, grew and evolved, and I'm ready for new challenges!! My eternal gratitude remains here,” said Naná Andrade, on Instagram. Highlighting that Flamengo has not yet announced the termination of the contract.
FEW OPPORTUNITIESNaná Andrade arrived at Mais Querido this current season. In 2024, she played in 15 of Rubro-Negro's 20 matches, with two goals and one assist. However, the attacker lost space after hiring Cristiane, the team's top scorer.
FLAMENGO'S SITUATION IN THE WOMEN'SIn the current season, Mais Querido played 20 matches, with nine wins , five draws and six defeats. During the period, Rubro-Negro scored 43 goals and conceded 24. In the Brasileirão, they occupy eighth place.
Thus, aiming to qualify for the next phase of the Brasileirão, Mais Querido returns to the field on the 17th this month, against Avaí/Kindermann. The game takes place at the Salézio Kindermann Stadium, at 3pm, in a match valid for the 14th round.
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