Dawid Dryja

Polish volleyball player with national team success

Dawid Dryja - Polish volleyball player with national team success
Born

July 21st, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Poland

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Professional volleyball player participated in the Polish national team. Competed at various international tournaments, demonstrating skills and contributing to team efforts. Played in multiple domestic leagues, gaining experience and recognition within the sport. Represented Poland in prestigious events and contributed to team successes.

Competed in the 2014 FIVB World Championship

Played for Asseco Resovia Rzeszów

Won Polish Cup with Asseco Resovia

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