Earvin N'Gapeth facts for kids
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N'Gapeth in 2018
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| Nationality | French | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 12 February 1991 Saint-Raphaël, France |
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| Height | 1.94 m (6 ft 4 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 94 kg (207 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Spike | 358 cm (141 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Block | 327 cm (129 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Position | Outside hitter | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Current club |  Fenerbahçe |
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Earvin Ngapeth (born February 12, 1991) is a French professional volleyball player known for his amazing skills and exciting style of play. He is a key player for the France men's national volleyball team and the Turkish club Fenerbahçe.
Ngapeth is a two-time Olympic champion, winning gold medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2024 Paris Olympics. He has also won many other major titles, including the 2015 European Championship and the FIVB World League in 2015 and 2017.
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Personal Life
Ngapeth comes from a family of athletes. His father, Éric N'Gapeth, was also a professional volleyball player who played for France in the 1980s. His father was a big fan of the basketball legend Magic Johnson and named his son Earvin after him.
Before he became a volleyball star, Ngapeth was a talented youth soccer player. He grew up playing alongside Layvin Kurzawa, who is now a famous defender for the Paris Saint-Germain soccer team.
Outside of sports, Ngapeth is also a model and brand ambassador for the popular sportswear company Adidas.
Volleyball Career
Ngapeth is famous for his powerful spikes and creative plays, which make him one of the most exciting players to watch. He plays the outside hitter position, which means he is one of the main attackers on the team.
Club Career
Ngapeth began his professional career in 2008 with the French club Tours VB. He helped the team win the French Pro A League championship. After three seasons in France, he moved to Italy to play for Cuneo Piemonte.
In 2014, Ngapeth joined Modena Volley, one of the top clubs in Italy. He had great success with Modena, winning the Italian Championship, the Italian Cup, and the Italian Supercup.
After his time in Italy, he played for Zenit Kazan, a major club in Russia. He has also played for clubs in Iran and Turkey, winning championships wherever he goes. He currently plays for Fenerbahçe in Turkey.
National Team Career
Ngapeth has been a star for the France men's national volleyball team since 2010. He helped lead the team to some of its biggest victories in history.
In 2015, he was a key player when France won the FIVB World League for the first time. Later that year, he helped France win the European Championship. The team won the World League again in 2017, with Ngapeth being named the Most Valuable Player (MVP).
His greatest achievements with the national team are winning back-to-back gold medals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and the 2024 Paris Olympics. He was named the MVP of the Olympic tournament in both 2020 and 2024.
Major Trophies and Awards
Ngapeth has won many trophies with his clubs and the French national team. He has also received numerous individual awards for his outstanding performance.
Team Championships
- Olympic Games: Gold Medal (2020, 2024)
- FIVB Nations League (formerly World League): Gold Medal (2015, 2017, 2022, 2024)
- CEV European Championship: Gold Medal (2015)
- CEV Cup: Winner (2023 with Modena Volley)
- Asian Club Championship: Winner (2022 with Paykan Tehran)
- National Championships: Winner in France, Italy, and Turkey
Individual Awards
- Olympic Games Most Valuable Player: 2020, 2024
- FIVB Nations League/World League Most Valuable Player: 2015, 2017, 2022
- Best Outside Spiker at the Olympic Games, FIVB Nations League, and European Championship
- Italian Championship Most Valuable Player: 2016
See also
In Spanish: Earvin N'Gapeth para niños
