1.

Karch Kiraly (USA)

Born on November 3, 1960, holds a remarkable position in national team of the USA which won 2 Olympic gold medals in 1984 and
1988. After a successful career indoors, he moved on to make history in beach volleyball by winning yet another gold medal in 1996.
He was famous for wearing a pink cap during his beach volleyball games. He is the only volleyball player to win gold medals in both
indoor and beach volleyball. It is worth mentioning that Kiraly was named ‘Greatest Volleyball Player of the Century’ by FIVB.

2. Gilberto Godoy (Giba) (Brazil)

Born December 23, 1976, he played in Italy where he won 1 Italian cup title and was awarded the most valuable player (2006).
Giba’s most notable accomplishments are with the national team of Brazil . Giba’s record with his national team includes an Olympic
gold medal, three World Championships, eight World League titles, eight South American Championships, and many others.

3. Kerri Walsh (USA)

Born on August 15, 1978, Walsh is a two-time Olympic gold medalist in 2004 and 2008. They are called the best beach volleyball
team ever. She has played for two seasons in the national volleyball team for the USA during which they made fourth place in the
Olympics that took place in Sydney (2000).
She received many personal awards such as FIVB Best Blocker (2005-2008) and FIVB Best Hitter (2005-2007).Walsh is also known
for having one of the greatest career earnings in the game after topping $1,000,000 in 2006.

4. Andrea Giani (Italy)

Born on April 22, 1970, Giani won 3 consecutive World titles with Italy (1990, 1994 and 1998), in addition to 4 European titles. He
is currently retired but is actively involved with volleyball as a coach.
A very interesting fact about Andrea Giani is that he represented his national team in international matches more than any other
countryman in any sport. Giani was inducted into the Volleyball Hall of Fame in 2008.

5. Alessandro Fei (Italy)

This famous Italian player was born on November 29, 1978. He currently plays for Sisley Treviso in Italy and is one of the best
players in the Italian League. Fei received many personal awards such as ‘Most Valuable player’  and ‘Best Server’ during his
participation in the CEV Champions League with his team. He also won several titles with the national team of Italy including one
World Championship and four World League titles.

6. Yumilka Ruiz Luaces (Cuba)

She was born May 8, 1979. Ruiz represented the national team of Cuba in 4 consecutive Summer Olympics starting 1996, during
which she won 2 gold medals in 1996 and 2000, in addition to a bronze medal in 2004. Among her individual achievements are
World Championship ‘Best Scorer’ in 2002 and FIVB World Grand Prix ‘Best Spiker’ in 2004.

7. Maxim Mikhaylov (Russia)

Born March 19, 1988, this young superstar is probably on his way to make a great career. With the national team of Russia, he won
the bronze medal in the 2008 Summer Olympics and a silver medal in 2010, as well as the 2011 FIVB World League gold medal
during which he was awarded the ‘Most Valuable Player’ and ‘Best Blocker’ titles. His great hitting ability and magnificent jump
place him among the best players in the world today.

8. Bartosz Kurek (Poland)

Born on August 29, 1988 in Poland. He recently won the World League bronze medal in 2011 with the national team of Poland.
Kurek is also known for his charisma and his captivating smile which guarantees him an easy entry into the fans’ hearts.
He was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of the highest orders in Poland, in 2009 due to his outstanding achievements in
sports