Abby Bishop
Australian basketball player, WNBL champion
Born
November 29th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played professional basketball in Australia and abroad. Competed for the Australian national team in international tournaments. Recorded significant contributions to various teams in the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL). Achieved championship success with the Canberra Capitals and represented Australia in the FIBA World Cup.
Won WNBL Championships with Canberra Capitals
Represented Australia in the FIBA World Cup
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