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Sesc Flamengo athlete, Helena celebrates good first season at the club: "I learned a lot"

Mengão's outside hitter took stock of her participation in the team and commented on the expectation of being called up; Sesc was eliminated by Osasco

Helena Wenk takes stock of the season at Mengão and comments on expectations for the Brazilian volleyball team - photo: Flamengo

03 Abr 2025 | 15:09 |

After Flamengo's volleyball team was eliminated by Osasco last Wednesday (03), outside hitter Helena Wenk made an analysis of her first season as a starter. The 25-year-old athlete highlighted the challenges faced and the evolution within the team throughout the championship.

A gem formed in the Mengão youth system, Helena Wenk celebrated the opportunity to play as a starter for the first time . The player admitted that she faced difficulties at the beginning, but highlighted the learning acquired during the competition.

I learned a lot from this season..."

"It was difficult, a season of ups and downs. Everyone's first season is like that, more responsibility, the team studies you. I'm happy to have started one way and finished another. I played a good game, I learned a lot from this season. Now I'm going to the next one, to the national team. I learned a lot and God willing, everything will work out," said the Flamengo outside hitter.

PLAYER REMAINS CAUTIOUS

Helena Wenk also commented on her expectations of being called up to the Brazilian volleyball team. Despite her desire to represent the country, the player prefers to remain cautious and avoid frustration.

"I don't have any expectations. Whatever God wants will work out . I want it, but I don't want to create expectations and get frustrated. But if I'm called up, I'll be very happy too," she revealed.

BRIE LIFTER CONFIRMS DEPARTURE

Another confirmed change in the squad is the departure of setter Brie. The player, who was part of the team for three seasons, announced her departure after the elimination against Osasco and became emotional when talking about her time at the club.

"I'm very grateful. It's been three wonderful years here. This team is my second family. I'm going to miss this team, the girls, the training center a lot. It was a dream to play here. I'm sad, but also happy for my three years," said Brie.

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NBA star Joel Embiid makes an appearance at Flamengo's store

The Philadelphia 76ers center was at a shopping mall in Cabo Frio, in the Lakes Region of Rio de Janeiro, and made purchases of Mengão products.

Joel Embiid enjoys vacation in Brazil and is seen in Flamengo's official store at the Cabo Frio Shopping Mall-RJ - Photo: Reproduction

22 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |

Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid, MVP of the 2022/23 NBA season, once again demonstrated his affection for Flamengo . Last Thursday (21), the Cameroonian player was spotted in an official club store, in Cabo Frio (RJ) , where he made a point of purchasing several red-black products.

A SURPRISING VISIT

Although unusual, Embiid's presence in the Lakes Region has a reason. Married to Brazilian model Anne de Paula, the athlete often visits the city, where his father-in-law lives, during the holidays. This time, he took the opportunity to explore the "Nação Rubro-Negra" store and expand his Flamengo memorabilia collection.

ENTHUSIASM IN THE STORE

The star's arrival took everyone by surprise and caused great excitement among the employees. Salesman Kauan said he was so nervous when he met the player that he forgot to remove the alarm from a piece of furniture, creating an unusual moment: " His father-in-law even joked with me afterward. It was an unforgettable experience ," he revealed.

GENEROUS SHOPPING

Embiid didn't hold back. He brought jerseys for himself, his wife, his father-in-law, and his son , as well as accessories like shorts and thermoses. The visit even helped meet the store's sales goals. The center also obliged some fans and store owners by agreeing to take photos with them.

RELATIONSHIP WITH FLAMENGO

Embiid's connection with Flamengo isn't new. In 2023, during an interview with the NBA Freestyle program, he revealed that he started supporting Flamengo because of his wife's family: " Actually, I'm a Flamengo fan because my girlfriend's father is a fan . Since we started dating, I've been following the team," he said.

MEETING WITH PLAYERS

In January 2024, when Flamengo held a preseason training camp in Philadelphia, Embiid met Léo Pereira and Matheus Gonçalves . The defender even posted a photo with the star: " Nice to meet you, brother ." Thus, the relationship between Joel Embiid and Flamengo continues to grow, uniting basketball and soccer in a connection that already transcends borders.

Sesc Flamengo athlete, Helena celebrates good first season at the club: "I learned a lot"