June 13th, 2014
They are going to miss her!
Coach ZRG tells the FIVB:
“We tried to change her decision because her story mixes with the history of this group. She overcame many difficulties and obstacles for the player she is today. Her story is the commitment, dedication and resilience, especially in the most difficult moments of her career. We have to respect the choice and hope she is very happy. Nevertheless, what is important is the legacy and the example of a person and athlete that she gives for everyone. I know how much Fabi is loved and that will be greatly missed. I appreciate everything she did for the team.”
Sheilla adds:
“I did not expect her to make that decision this year, but I understand her choice. She talked about the decision and I understand the reasons. I’m sure she will be successful in what she chooses in her life.”
Fabi’s emotional goodbye sppech:
“It was a very difficult decision., I thought about it all last year and up to this moment. I thought about what I had done in the national team. My relationship with the national team was the best wedding that could happen. After two Olympic medals I had a clear view of what I had achieved, being aware that it was nice that everything went well and I did everything I had to do. I contributed as best you can and leave a nice story. My mission was accomplished.”
Fabi represented the National Team in 313 matches with 275 victories.
That’s an amazing record!
Best wishes Fabi!
June 13th, 2014
SHOCKING!
Fabiana “Fabi” de Oliveira has announced that she has retired from the National Team and will now pass the baton to her successor Camila Brait.
“I’ve thought about this for a long time and now is just the just the right moment to do it. With 2 Olympic golds, I have given my best to the National Team.” says the 34 yr old who will continue her professional career in Brazil with Team Unilever.
She adds that she wanted to retire last year but Coach Guimaraes convinced her to stay for another season with the team and then think about it after.
“For an athlete, it is very difficult to decide when to stop playing. For me, I have accomplished my goals and now it’s time to start a new adventure.”
Fabi, who made her debut with the National Team in 2001, is already working on her “life after volleyball”.
She is currently finishing her studies and also learning the English language.
Fabi’s Career:
2012 Olympic Games GOLD
2008 Olympic Games GOLD
2010 World Championship Silver
2006 World Championship Silver
2013 World Grand Prix GOLD
20011 World Grand Prix GOLD
2009 World Grand Prix GOLD
2008 World Grand Prix GOLD
2006 World Grand Prix GOLD
2005 World Grand Prix GOLD
2013 World Grand Champions Cup GOLD
2005 World Grand Champions Cup GOLD
2009 Montreux Volley Masters GOLD
2006 Montreux Volley Masters GOLD
2005 Montreux Volley Masters GOLD
2008 Beijing Olympics “Best Libero”
2009 Montreux Volley Masters “Best Libero”
2009 South American Championship “Most Valuable Player”
2009 South American Championship “Best Receiver”
2011 Pan-American Cup “Best Receiver”
2011 World Grand Prix “Best Digger”
2011 South American Championship “Best Libero”
2011 World Cup “Best Receiver”
2013 South American Championship “Best Libero”
2013 World Grand Prix “Best Libero”
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