Arie Selinger

Volleyball coach and player

Arie Selinger - Volleyball coach and player
Born

April 5th, 1937
88 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Israel

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An Israeli volleyball player and coach, led the United States national women's volleyball team to a bronze medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Managed various teams throughout a successful career, contributing to the development of volleyball in different countries. Renowned for innovative coaching strategies and fostering talent in the sport.

Coached USA women's team to Olympic bronze in 1992

Developed volleyball programs internationally

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