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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