4 of the world's best volleyball players
1. Giba
Giberto Amaury de Godoy Filho better known as Giba who was born on the stairs December 23, 1976. He is a former professional volleyball player in Brazil. He played as an outside speaker and was considered one of the best volleyball players in the world, especially during the 2000s.Giba played for Brazil during 1996 - 2012 and was remembered because he had made a great contribution to winning his country in volleyball
What are the achievements?
Giba won the World Cup in 2003, the World League eight times (2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009 and 2010). He played for the Brazilian junior team and won the South American Championship in 1994 and finished second in the 1993 FIVB World Championship.His team became the Superliga Champion in 1999-2000 and 2001-2001, and the World Champion three times, namely in 2002, 2006 and 2010. He was selected as the Most Valued Player MVP in 2006.Giba helped win the Pan-American Games where he captained the Brazilian team. In the same year, he won a gold medal for the South American Championship and was named the best player of all championships. Brazil won the 2007 World Cup where it was crowned MVP too.
He was a silver medalist at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and was chosen as the server of the World League.In 2009, he helped win the World League, World Grand Champions Cup and South American Championship for Brazil.
Why is he the best player?
Actually, Giba is not a tall person as a volleyball player. But, he could cover up his shortcomings with his shocking speed and physical skills. In fact, he might be one of the best wing spikers in the world.Giba is not only a brilliant volleyball player, but also has a strong desire, attraction and control which makes him loved by all volleyball fans. He always motivates all Brazilian teams to play with the best ability. Brazil arrived almost invincible in the 2000s, and that's all thanks to Giba.
Some other facts
- He married a former Romanian-Brazilian international volleyball player Cristina Pirv since 2003, but in 2012, Cristina filed for divorce.
- Giba retired at the age of 37 in 2014.
- His life motto is "to learn as long as I live".
- He has played for 11 teams from 1996 to 2014, including Minas Belo Horizonte, Bre Banca Lannutti Cuneo, Pinheiros and Al-Nasr Dubai
2. Hugo Conte
Hugo Néstor Conte is a retired volleyball player from Argentina who was born in Buenos Aires on April 14, 1963. He played volleyball on a cross-country basis for more than 16 years, and represented his home country at 3 Olympics. Hugo Conte played for 3 different countries, namely Argentina, France and Italy. But mostly in the Italian league.
What are the achievements?
Hugo Conte helped Argentina win bronze in the 1988 Seoul Olympics and Argentina World Championship in 1982. Together with Italian team Santal Parma, they won the European Champions League in 1984.Why is he the best player?
Hugo Conte is recognized as one of the smartest and best volleyball players in the world on a team that reflects his brilliant abilities. In fact, his name is likely to be placed on the list of Argentine volleyball players for years to come.Some other facts
- Hugo made his Olympic debut at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
- He also played one season of beach volleyball on his FIVB World Tour and Challenger and Satellite series in 1987.
- His son, Facundo, is a member of the Argentine Men's Volleyball Team. He debuted at the age of 21, the same year as his father's first Olympics.
3. Jimmy George
Jimmy George (8 March 1955 - 30 November 1987) is considered one of the best volleyball players of all time.He is a member of the Indian men's national volleyball team and the first Indian volleyball player to become a professional and play volleyball at Italian clubs. He was born to the famous Kudakkachira family and learned to play sports from his father who was a former university level player.
What are the achievements?
Jimmy George received all the great awards desired by every Indian athlete. At the age of 21, he was valued as an "Arjuna Award". In 1975, he was given the GV Raja Award and Manorama Award for the best Sportsman from Kerala the following year.He competed for India in the 1986 Seoul Olympics, where his nation won bronze. In 1982 - 1984 and 1985 - 1987, George actively played in professional clubs in Italy, where he was considered one of the best attackers in the world.
Why is he the best player?
Jimmy George gives new elements to volleyball games in India. He is a very good player with regard to technical perfection.He will always be remembered for being the first Indian to become a professional volleyball player. He is one of the best names for all volleyball players of all time.Jimmy George, as a sportsman, is seen as a role model. He lives as a miracle and an icon in the hearts of his fans.
Some other facts
- Jimmy George Club is an annual junior tournament held in his memory. The closed stadium in Monti Chiari, Brescia is named in his honor.
- Other hobbies are chess and swimming. He also likes collecting stamps and coins, too.
- Jimmy is interested in Para-psychology and likes to read books and magazines.
- He died in a car accident on November 30, 1987 in Italy at the age of 32. His son, named Joseph George was born 2 months after his death.
4. Josef Musil
What are the achievements?
Musil helped win 2 Olympic medals in 1964 and 1968 for the Czech Republic, 5 World Championship medals, and 3 European Championship medals in 1952 and 1967. He also won 7 Czech championships and 1 Italian title.He was nicknamed the "Merited Master of Sport", which was the highest honor given to athletes during that period by the former Czech ruler. FIVB also named him one of the best volleyball players of the century.Why is he the best player?
Josef Musil is recognized as a soft setter on and off the field. His shy character does not reduce the greatness of his team. They knew that he would bring them to victory. Modesty and all his kindness bring him whatever he wants.Some other facts
He and his family moved to Prague in 1946 and that was when his talent for sports was first seen.Josef Musil was appointed as Volleyball Hall of Fame in 2004.
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