Sergio Scariolo

Basketball head coach, EuroBasket titles

Sergio Scariolo - Basketball head coach, EuroBasket titles
Born

April 1st, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Italian professional basketball head coach, led the national team to significant victories. Achieved success in various leagues and international competitions. Notably coached Spain to multiple EuroBasket championships, contributing to the team's prominence in European basketball. Managed professional clubs across Europe, enhancing team performance and player development.

Coached Spain to EuroBasket titles in 2009, 2011, and 2015

Led the Italian national team in international competitions

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