Konsta Helenius

Finnish ice hockey player

Konsta Helenius - Finnish ice hockey player
Born

May 11th, 2006
19 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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A professional ice hockey player from Finland, played as a forward. Won a gold medal with the Finnish national team at the 2023 IIHF World U18 Championships. Known for contributions to HIFK in the Finnish Liiga. Developed skills in various youth teams before advancing to the professional level.

Won gold at the 2023 IIHF World U18 Championships

Played for HIFK in the Finnish Liiga

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