Amir Abdur-Rahim

Basketball player and coach, NCAA star

Amir Abdur-Rahim - Basketball player and coach, NCAA star
Born

1981
44 years ago

Died

October 24th, 2024
0 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player and coach, contributed significantly to the sport at both collegiate and community levels. Played for the NCAA Division I team at Kennesaw State University, earning accolades for performance on the court. Transitioned to coaching, sharing expertise and developing young athletes. Advanced knowledge of the game facilitated growth in players at various levels. Served as an influential figure in basketball development in the American sports landscape.

Played for Kennesaw State University

Coached high school basketball teams

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