Dominic Waters
Basketball player and coach
Born
September 28th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player, who played in the NCAA for the Portland State Vikings. After college, played in various international leagues, including stints in countries such as Japan, the Philippines, and Australia. Transitioned into coaching, sharing experiences and strategies with aspiring players and contributing to the development of basketball at youth levels.
Played for the Portland State Vikings
Competed in international leagues in Japan, Philippines, and Australia
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