Suzy Batkovic

Professional Australian basketball player

Suzy Batkovic - Professional Australian basketball player
Born

December 17th, 1980
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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A basketball player competed in the Women's National Basketball League and represented Australia in international competitions. Achieved significant success at the club level and internationally. Played in the WNBA for the New York Liberty and Seattle Storm. Contributed to Australia's performance in FIBA World Championships and Olympic Games.

Competed in three Olympic Games, winning a bronze medal in 2021

Played for the Australian national team over 20 years

Won multiple WNBL championships with the Townsville Fire

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