2025-26 Beach Volleyball Roster
Biography
Almeida's College File
- Earned First Team All-Big West honors as a freshman at CSU Bakersfield (2023)
- Posted a 17-9 record during her freshman season
- Her 17 wins and .654 win percentage at Bakersfield were both ranked third all-time for a single season in program history
- Earned 2024 All Big West Academic Team Honors
- Received Academic All District Honors
- Voted 2023 First Team All Big West
HIGH SCHOOL: A 2020 graduate of Colegio Poliedro in Sao Paulo, Brazil…Won State and Brazilian School Championships in 2019 before placing second at ISF World School Championships in Italy…Placed second at 2018 U17 Interclubs Brazilian Championship.
PERSONAL: Born November 22, 2002...Father played basketball with the Brazilian National Team, including winning the 1987 Pan American Games in Indianapolis…A business management student…Hopes to earn a master’s degree, then find work in the United States or Europe.
Why South Florida?
"I chose South Florida because of the amazing coaches, excellent academics and the opportunity to be the first beach volleyball class ever."Â
Hobbies You Enjoy?
"I love trying new restaurants and traveling the world, including baking for fun."
Other Sports Played Growing Up?
"I enjoyed playing basketball for a short period of time."
Historical Player Information
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2024-25Junior
Defender
5'8"
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2025-26Redshirt Junior
Defender
5'8"
