Miha Zupan
Basketball player and national team member
Born
September 13th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovenia
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Played professional basketball in Slovenia and other European leagues. Represented Slovenia in international competitions, including the FIBA EuroBasket. Contributed significantly to team success during tenure in multiple clubs, showcasing skill both as a power forward and center.
Represented Slovenia at FIBA EuroBasket
Played for Union Olimpija in the Adriatic League
Competed in various European basketball leagues
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