Jakub Kovář

Czech ice hockey player and goaltender

Jakub Kovář - Czech ice hockey player and goaltender
Born

July 19th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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A professional ice hockey goaltender, played in the Czech Extraliga and Kontinental Hockey League. Competed internationally for the Czech Republic, contributing to the national team's success in various tournaments. Developed a reputation for strong performances in playoff situations while playing with HC Plzeň. Made significant contributions during key matches in both domestic and international competitions.

Represented Czech Republic in international competitions

Played for HC Plzeň in the Czech Extraliga

Competed in the Kontinental Hockey League

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