Giovane Gávio is a retired Brazilian outside hitter who won Olympic gold medals twelve years apart, first at Barcelona 1992 and again at Athens 2004. That longevity linked two very different generations of Brazil’s men’s national team.
Giovane also won the 2002 World Championship and played more than 400 matches for Brazil. After his playing career, he moved into coaching and other roles in the sport, carrying forward the experience of one of Brazil’s most decorated outside hitters.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Giovane Farinazzo Gávio |
| Date of Birth | September 7, 1970 |
| Birthplace | Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Position | Outside Hitter |
| Height | 196 cm |
| National Team | Brazil Men’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | Barcelona 1992, Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000, Athens 2004 |
| Olympic Medals | Gold — Barcelona 1992, Athens 2004 |
| Career Status | Retired |