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Brazilian National Team announces squad for Women's Volleyball World Cup with Flamengo players
19 Ago 2025 | 16:33
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19 Jun 2023 | 16:34 |
Sesc RJ Flamengo kicked off the 2023/2024 Brazilian volleyball season. Maintaining the tradition of hard work, the squad led by coach Bernardinho began this Monday (19/06) the return to activities protocol and presented another new addition: the young opposite Kimberlly, 23 years old and 1.90m tall. She is the second reinforcement confirmed by the red-black team, which will compete in the Campeonato Carioca, Superliga Feminina and Copa Brasil.
Born in Sabará (MG), Kimberlly is known for her strength and range of attack. The opposite comes from two seasons of evolution at Fluminense and will share the position with Sabrina. The new hire sees the opportunity to work with Bernardinho as the realization of an old dream.
"I arrived with great expectations, because since I was 11 years old I have had the dream of playing with Bernardo and reaping all the lessons that he has to offer. I'm here willing and with a lot of energy to make a difference this season, and help Sesc RJ Flamengo a lot. I'm super happy to wear this shirt and I intend to honor it with mastery", said Kimberlly. p>
In addition to the opposite, setter Rose, 22 years old, is another reinforcement for Sesc RJ Flamengo. The 1.75m from São Paulo will join Canadian Brie King in the sector. She also highlighted the happiness of working with Bernardinho and with outstanding athletes on the national and international scene.
"It is a joy to defend this very special club. It is the dream of any athlete to come and work with Bernardo and these girls who are so important to volleyball. My expectation is to add to the team in the best way possible, both on and off the court, and to learn as much as possible", guaranteed Rose.
Praise from the boss
The signings of Kimberlly and Rose are part of Bernardinho and his coaching staff's planning with a focus on forming a group willing to work hard to achieve their goals. The goal is to go beyond last season, when Rubro-Negro was one point away from the Superliga final.
"Rose comes to bring dynamism and speed together with Brie King, commanding the team's offensive actions. team. In recent seasons, she has done her role very well where she has been and we hope she can grow here. And Kimberlly is a very strong player physically, who has been growing in the last teams she has played for. opposite. They do not arrive as exponents, but as athletes with great potential to add value to our team", analyzed Bernardinho, satisfied with the maintenance of last season's squad.
"We managed to maintain a good base in the group. last year, which is perhaps a good advantage, and we had some reinforcements. There was little left to reach the final of the last Super League and we need to understand what that little is. The championship will be tough. The great teams remain strong and those that didn't do so well are getting stronger", analyzed Bernardinho.
After a strong performance in the transfer market, Mengão director admits to trying to get a star player from the yellow jersey and hopes to get another opportunity.
10 Set 2025 | 09:30 |
Flamengo remains active behind the scenes to assemble a competitive squad for the start of the next Brazilian volleyball season. With new investments in the project, the club is targeting a key reinforcement: opposite Rosamaria, a standout player for the Brazilian national team and one of the country's top players.
Flamengo director after fan asks Rosamaria to join the club: "Our wish too"
In response to a fan on social media who called for the athlete's signing, Flamengo 's director of Olympic sports, Marcus Vinícius Freire, admitted the red-and-black's desire: "Our wish too. This year we tried, but we couldn't make it happen . Who knows next year?" he declared.
Rosamaria is considered one of Brazil's top volleyball players today . A key player for the national team, she was a key player in the 2022 World Cup runner-up finish and won a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She has also finished runner-up in the Nations League three times.
Currently, the opposite hitter plays for Denso Airybees in Japan, where she recently renewed her contract. An idol of the Asian team, she will play her sixth season with the club , but Mengão continues to monitor the developments in the Brazilian national team's career.
While dreaming about Rosamaria, Flamengo has already secured important reinforcements for the season . So far, the club has announced the arrival of five players: Tainara (opposite player for the Brazilian national team), Giovana, Vivian, Masa Kiryu, and American Simone Lee.
After failing to reach an agreement for a contract renewal, a historic Mengão player takes to social media and declares his love for the fans.
09 Set 2025 | 14:44 |
Former player and idol of Flamengo basketball Olivinha announced this Tuesday (09) that he will not continue on Flamengo TV. Since October 2024, he worked as a commentator on the club's official channel , but confirmed the end of the contract through social media.
Olivinha announces departure from Flamengo TV: "We didn't reach an agreement to renew my contract"
In the message , Olivinha thanked him for the opportunity to work in communications, highlighted what he learned during the experience, and explained that there was no agreement to renew his contract . Despite this, he emphasized that he will continue to follow and support Flamengo TV as a fan.
"I'd like to let everyone know that I'm no longer a part of FlamengoTV . I'm grateful for everything I've experienced this past year [...] It was a wonderful experience, and I learned a lot about communications . Unfortunately, we didn't reach an agreement to renew my contract, but I will continue to be a fan and a part of FlamengoTV's audience. I wish my friends there the best of luck, and may God bless each and every one of you. SRN."
Considered one of the greatest names in the history of Flamengo basketball, Olivinha built a career marked by titles and a strong connection with the fans . Furthermore, with the Brazilian national team, he won the 2009 Copa América and gold at the 2015 Pan American Games. Among his achievements with Flamengo are:
Olivinha officially retired in June 2024 at the age of 41, ending more than two decades in professional basketball. In Brazil, in addition to his remarkable career with Flamengo, he also played for Pinheiros , where he won the 2011 São Paulo State Championship. Recognized for his leadership, consistency, and dedication, he ended his career established as one of the sport's greatest names in the country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brazilian National Team announces squad for Women's Volleyball World Cup with Flamengo players
19 Ago 2025 | 16:33