Kazma reunites with Brazilian star Laelson Costa

Costa smashes the ball as rivals attempt to block.

KUWAIT CITY, Aug 19: Kazma has brought back Brazilian volleyball star Laelson Costa to bolster the “Orange” team ahead of the upcoming season.

The 37-year-old Costa previously represented Kazma two seasons ago and impressed with his performances. He returns with extensive experience in Gulf volleyball, having played for Bahrain’s Al-Najma, Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ibtisam, and UAE clubs Al Ain, Baniyas, and Ajman. His career has also included spells with Egypt’s Smouha and Lebanon’s Al-Zahraa.

An opposite hitter, Costa brings considerable height and experience while offering strength on both sides of the net, making him a valuable addition to Kazma’s squad.

Kazma and new Brazilian coach Renato Santos are stepping up preparations as they target a strong challenge for the major trophies next season.

The club is also working to complete its foreign-player roster after Indonesia’s Farhan withdrew because of national-team commitments following changes to the 2026-27 volleyball schedule. Kazma are expected to sign a Colombian replacement, whose name has yet to be announced, with the player due to arrive in Kuwait in October.

Meanwhile, Kazma has confirmed the arrival of Brazilian fitness coach Renato Santos and statistician Daniel Melo. The duo will join the technical staff as the team prepares to resume last season’s suspended competitions and launch preparations for the 2026-27 campaign.

The previous season was halted in February because of security developments in the region, with competitions scheduled to resume in late October.

By Khaled Al-Enezi

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff