Marit Breivik
Handball coach and player, 2000 Olympic silver
Born
April 10th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Norway
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A prominent figure in Norwegian handball, contributed significantly as both a player and a coach. Played for the national team and participated in several international competitions during the career as an athlete. Transitioned to coaching, leading the Norwegian women's national team to numerous successes. Her coaching career highlighted by achieving a silver medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Also guided the team to victory in the 1998 European Championship and the 1999 World Championship.
Coached Norway to a silver medal at the 2000 Olympics
Led Norway to victory in the 1998 European Championship
Secured a gold medal at the 1999 World Championship
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