Exclusive / From Brazil to Albania: The journey of a new volleyball star to Skënderbeu’s team

Name: Luís Felippe Guimarães Neto

Age: 24 years old

Height: 2.01 m

Position: Setter 1

My journey in volleyball began in 2014, while I was still a student in my hometown in Brazil. At first, it was simply a game, a way to have fun.

But from the very beginning, I felt that there was something more inside me – an instinct, a talent, a unique way of feeling and experiencing this sport.

In 2016, I took a big step: I moved to the capital to study and fully dedicate myself to volleyball. It was there, among daily training sessions and intense matches, that my passion for the game turned into a way of life.

In 2017, I signed my first professional contract with a youth team outside my hometown. That was also when I made the most important decision: to become a professional volleyball player. From that day on, I have been fully committed to this goal – with hard work, dedication, and ambition to keep moving forward.

My journey continued through various clubs across Brazil, where I learned, grew, and faced different challenges that made me stronger. In 2023, my dream crossed national borders: I accepted my first international offer and started an unforgettable season in North Macedonia. It was an extraordinary experience, filled with emotions, successes, and valuable lessons.

Afterwards, I continued my adventure outside Brazil, gaining valuable experiences in North Macedonia and Spain – which have helped shape me both as an athlete and as a person.

Now, I have arrived in Albania with a heart full of gratitude and enthusiasm. I am ready to give my all for the team, to contribute with my experience and energy, and to strive together with my teammates for new results and titles.

The dream continues. And I keep living it with passion, determination, and dedication.

“KORÇA BOOM”