Kelly Santos
Brazilian basketball player
Brazilian basketball player
A professional basketball player from Brazil, played in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and represented Brazil in international competitions. Played for the Washington Mystics and the Phoenix Mercury. Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics and earned a bronze medal at the 2002 FIBA World Championship.
Played for the Washington Mystics
Competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics
Won a bronze medal at the 2002 FIBA World Championship
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