In a move that’s sure to electrify fans worldwide, Chinese Olympic gold medalist Gong Xiangyu is set to join U.S. League One Volleyball for her first international club venture!
Gong, 28, has already made her mark by helping China secure gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2019 World Cup. After wrapping up key matches with her Jiangsu team at the Chinese National Games, she’s ready to dive into a fresh volleyball culture in the U.S.!
"LOVB represents an invaluable opportunity to experience a new volleyball culture," Gong said. She emphasized her goals of skill development, broadening her perspective, and boosting her performance to further contribute to the national team. Her heartfelt thanks go to Jiangsu, the club that nurtured her talents from the age of 18 and paved the way for her national debut.
As she gears up for the Volleyball Nations League Hong Kong leg and the upcoming World Women’s Volleyball Championship (Aug 22 – Sept 7), Gong’s journey reflects her steadfast commitment to excellence and national pride. Keep your eyes on this dynamic athlete as she embarks on a thrilling new chapter! 😎🏐
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Chinese Olympic champion Gong to join U.S. League One Volleyball
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