Sharrod Ford

Basketball player, played for Clemson

Sharrod Ford - Basketball player, played for Clemson
Born

January 9th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player participated in collegiate basketball at Clemson University and later played professionally. During the college career, earned All-ACC honors. Transitioned to a professional career in various leagues, including stints in Europe. Demonstrated skills as a forward and contributed to team dynamics on and off the court.

Played for Clemson University

Earned All-ACC honors in college

Played professionally in Europe

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