Kirk Penney
New Zealand basketball player
Born
November 23rd, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
New Zealand
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A professional basketball player, contributed significantly to New Zealand's international basketball presence. Played for various teams in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Australian National Basketball League (ANBL). Represented New Zealand in multiple FIBA World Championships and Olympic Games, showcasing talent on an international stage. Penney played a vital role in leading the New Zealand Breakers to a championship title in the ANBL.
Represented New Zealand in the 2004 Athens Olympics
Played for the New Zealand Breakers in ANBL championship
Competed in multiple FIBA World Championships
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