Sergei Mylnikov

Ice hockey player and coach

Sergei Mylnikov - Ice hockey player and coach
Born

October 6th, 1958
66 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 59 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

Links & References

Played as a goaltender in the Soviet Union and later coached several teams in Russia. Achieved significant success in international competitions representing the Soviet national team. Transitioned into coaching, guiding teams in various leagues, and contributed to the development of ice hockey in Russia.

Competed in the 1980 Winter Olympics

Won gold at the 1981 World Championship

Coached teams in the Russian Superleague

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