Sara Goller

German volleyball player, Olympic athlete

Sara Goller - German volleyball player, Olympic athlete
Born

May 21st, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Competed as a professional volleyball player. Played for the German national team. Participated in multiple European Championships and World Championships. Achieved a notable career with significant performances on international stages.

Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Won the CEV European Championship in 2009

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