Africa-Press – Angola. Teresa Patrícia de Almeida “Bá,” goalkeeper for Petro de Luanda’s senior women’s handball team, announced on Friday in Luanda that she was retiring to pursue administrative work.
At 37 years old, the charismatic and talented athlete is retiring after nearly two decades of dedication to the “tricolor” club and the National Team.
Born on April 5, 1988, in Luanda, Teresa Almeida now joins the club’s administrative team, where throughout her career she has proven herself to be an athlete of immense talent, combining physical strength and agility between the posts.
While wearing the Petro de Luanda jersey, she won national titles and established herself as one of the best in her position in Africa.
With the National Team, he represented Angola in nearly 100 official matches, always with dedication and dedication.
On its official page, Petro de Luanda wrote: “THANK YOU, BÁ. From the youth team to the seniors, our wall leaves the court, but stays at home and is now part of the Club’s administrative team.”
Achievements and Honours
Bá’s career is marked by titles and memorable achievements:
African Handball Championships – he won several titles, the most recent in 2022
Handball World Championships – a notable presence in competitions such as the 2013 World Cup
Olympic Games – he participated in the editions held in Rio de Janeiro in 2016 and Tokyo in 2020
With Petro de Luanda, he won the Angolan Super Cup in 2017 and 2018, consolidating the club’s dominance.It was at the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games that Bá experienced her peak of popularity.
With spectacular saves and her irreverent manner, she won over Brazilians, who nicknamed her “the spectators’ darling.”
Bá became a global star, remembered not only for her saves, but also for her unique personality and the way she proudly represented Angola.
Inspiration and Overcoming
Weighing nearly 100 kg of pure determination, she broke down prejudices and inspired young people in Angola and abroad.
At 37, Teresa Almeida concludes a career marked by titles, charisma, and cultural impact.
More than just a goalkeeper, she became a symbol of confidence and motivation for new generations.
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