Dimitra Kalentzou

Basketball player and Olympian

Dimitra Kalentzou - Basketball player and Olympian
Born

January 3rd, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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A professional basketball player from Greece, she played as a guard for several teams, including Athinaikos. Kalentzou represented Greece in international competition, contributing to the national team's efforts in major tournaments. She gained recognition for her skills on the court during her career.

Competed in the 2004 Athens Olympics

Played for the Greek national team

Won multiple Greek championships with Athinaikos

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