Duško Ivanović

Basketball player and coach, Budućnost

Duško Ivanović - Basketball player and coach, Budućnost
Born

September 1st, 1957
68 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Montenegro

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A basketball player and coach, contributed significantly to the sport in Montenegro. Played for the club Budućnost in the 1970s and 1980s. Transitioned to coaching and led several teams, including the Montenegrin national team. Achieved notable success in various European competitions, demonstrating expertise in developing players and strategies.

Played for Budućnost

Coached Montenegrin national team

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