Andrew Vlahov
Australian Basketball Player Olympics
Born
April 1st, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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A prominent basketball player from Australia, he played the power forward position for the Perth Wildcats in the National Basketball League (NBL). Vlahov represented Australia in international competitions, including the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. His basketball career featured notable achievements and contributions to the sport within the NBL. After retiring from professional play, involvement in basketball continued through coaching and administrative roles.
Played for Perth Wildcats in the NBL
Represented Australia in the 1996 Olympics
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