Taya Gallizzi is a Mengão player! A native of Santa Fe, the 31-year-old Argentine pivot, standing at 2,05'XNUMX" tall, is another addition to the club's defense this upcoming season.

With extensive experience in his country's basketball, Gallizzi was elected to the Argentine league's ideal quintet on three occasions: in 2021, 2023 and 2024. For his national team, Taya was a two-time Pan American champion in 2019 and 2023, and an AmeriCup champion in 2022. He also participated in two World Cups, in 2014 and 2019, and the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2021. 

Upon arriving at Mais Querido, the pivot sent his first message to the fans.

"First of all, I want to thank you for the opportunity to represent such a great club as Flamengo, for being able to defend these colors. I hope we have a great season together. See you soon, Nation," said Taya.

Taya Gallizzi joins Franco Balbi, Alexey Borges, Shaq Johnson, Gui Deodato, Jordan Williams, Jhonatan Luz, Kayo Gonçalves and Lucas Siewert as the confirmed names for the 24/25 FlaBasquete season.