Nila Håkedal

Norwegian volleyball player with championships

Nila Håkedal - Norwegian volleyball player with championships
Born

June 13th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Norway

Links & References

Competed for the Norwegian national volleyball team and participated in various international tournaments. Played in multiple club teams in Norway and represented the country in international events. Achieved significant success in both beach and indoor volleyball competitions.

Played in the European Championship

Competed in the World Championships

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