About Branislav Pokrajac
Lived 1947 – 2018 (aged 71). Branislav Pokrajac was a Serbian handball coach and handball player.
Branislav Pokrajac (; 27 January 1947 – 5 April 2018) was a Serbian handball coach and player who competed for Yugoslavia in the 1972 Summer Olympics and in the 1976 Summer Olympics.
Club career At club level, Pokrajac made his debut with ORK Beograd, before moving to Crvena zvezda. He later played for and served as head coach of Dinamo Pančevo.
International career At international level, Pokrajac competed for Yugoslavia in two Olympic tournaments, winning the gold medal in 1972. He also won two bronze medals at the World Championships (1970 and 1974).
Coaching career In 1980, Pokrajac was appointed as head coach for Yugoslavia. He led the team to the Olympic gold medal in 1984.
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Who was Branislav Pokrajac?
Serbian handball player
When was Branislav Pokrajac born?
Branislav Pokrajac was born on 27 January 1947 in Belgrade.
When did Branislav Pokrajac die?
Branislav Pokrajac died on 5 April 2018 in Belgrade.
What was Branislav Pokrajac's occupation?
Branislav Pokrajac was a handball coach and handball player.
What nationality was Branislav Pokrajac?
Branislav Pokrajac was Serbian.
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