Stratos Perperoglou

Professional basketball player and Olympian

Stratos Perperoglou - Professional basketball player and Olympian
Born

August 7th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Greece

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Professional basketball player played as a small forward and is recognized for contributions in domestic leagues and international competitions. Competed for major Greek clubs including Panathinaikos and Olympiakos. Earned accolades on the European stage, contributing to championship wins. Represented Greece in the Summer Olympics, showcasing skills and teamwork on an international level.

Played for Panathinaikos during EuroLeague victories in 2007 and 2011

Contributed to the Greek national team's silver medal at the 2006 FIBA World Championship

Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

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