Chinese Olympic gold medalist Gong Xiangyu is making waves by joining the U.S.-based League One Volleyball (LOVB) this season—her first international club stint! The 28-year-old star, known for her pivotal role in China’s 2016 Rio Olympics and 2019 World Cup victories, will head stateside after wrapping up the Chinese National Games with her home team, Jiangsu.
New Court, New Goals 🎯
Gong called the move a "game-changer" for her career, saying LOVB offers a chance to "level up" her skills and gain fresh perspectives. 💡 "This is about growing as a player so I can bring even more to the national team," she emphasized, thanking the Chinese Volleyball Association for supporting her leap abroad.
Home Team Love ❤️
Shoutout to Jiangsu, where Gong has played since she was 18! 🏆 The two-time Chinese league champ credited the club for launching her career and backing her global ambitions. "Without their support, this wouldn’t be possible," she said.
What’s Next? 🌍
Gong’s still laser-focused on representing China, calling the national jersey her "ultimate honor." Up next: the Volleyball Nations League in Hong Kong and the World Women’s Volleyball Championship this August. Meanwhile, LOVB’s 2024 schedule drops this fall—mark your calendars! 📅
