Mirza Delibašić

Bosnian basketball player and coach

Mirza Delibašić - Bosnian basketball player and coach
Born

1954
71 years ago

Died

December 8th, 2001
23 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Played professional basketball in Yugoslavia, becoming a prominent player for KK Bosna, where multiple championships were achieved. Contributed to the national team, helping secure a European Championship title in 1971. Transitioned to a coaching role after retirement, influencing basketball in the region through mentorship and leadership.

Won the European Championship with Yugoslavia in 1971

Achieved several Yugoslav league titles with KK Bosna

Coached various basketball teams in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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