Anders Eldebrink

Ice Hockey Player & Coach, Olympic Medalist

Anders Eldebrink - Ice Hockey Player & Coach, Olympic Medalist
Born

December 11th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

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A Swedish ice hockey player and coach, this individual competed as a defenseman. Played for teams including Djurgårdens IF and Färjestad BK in the Swedish league. Contributed to the Swedish national team, winning a silver medal in the 1984 Winter Olympics. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from professional play, taking up roles in various teams and developing future talent in ice hockey.

Won silver medal at 1984 Winter Olympics

Played for Djurgårdens IF and Färjestad BK

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