The trio of middleblockers is now complete. Indeed, Rodrigo Alves Dos Santos ‘Jardel’ and Alessandro Giosa join Vito Insalata in Castellana Grotte.

Jardel made his debut in volleyball in Rio de Janeiro and coach Radames Lattari has kept an eye on him ever since. The 28 year-old Brazilian is extremely athletic and is one of the best server of the Brazilian league.

Alessandro Giosa will keep playing volley in its region of origin. He came up in Gioia del Colle and won the A2 league twice in Taranto in 2000 and 2006. Positive player in attack, he moves well at the net too.