Lukinhas and Pablo at Sada Cruzeiro’s practice session – Renato Araújo/Sada Cruzeiro – Renato Araújo/Sada Cruzeiro

Besides the experienced players who have worn the blue shirt over the past years, there are also a few young men at Sada Cruzeiro’s team in Poland. Some athletes, such as the outside hitter Pablo, middle blocker Robert and libero Lukinhas, were identified as potential players in the club’s junior team and now have the chance to play their first Club World Championship.

18-year-old Lukinhas says he is living a dream. “I can’t even believe I’m here. This was a dream I had, but I could never imagine it would come true so quickly. It is really great to be here and feel the atmosphere. Every single player wants to live something like that. Now, as we get closer to our debut, we can see everyone getting more and more focused and doing their best,” said the young libero.