Richard Dacoury

French basketball player and champion

Richard Dacoury - French basketball player and champion
Born

July 6th, 1959
66 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Basketball player competed primarily as a shooting guard. Played for the French national team, earning recognition in the European basketball circuit. Achieved success in club basketball and contributed to the development of the sport in France. Has been involved in basketball coaching and development programs post-retirement.

Represented France in international competitions

Played for Pau-Orthez, winning French championships

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