Abby Bishop

Australian basketball player, WNBL champion

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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