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David DeGraaf

b. 1971

American handball player

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About David DeGraaf

Born 1971. David DeGraaf is an American handball player.

David Warren DeGraaf (born March 26, 1971, in Spring Arbor, Michigan) is an American former handball player who competed in the 1996 Summer Olympics.

Career The United States Air Force Academy (Class of 1993) originally recruited him for football and basketball, but he ended up playing for the USAFA Team Handball.

He competed at the 1994 Goodwill Games (6th place out of 6), Pan American Games 1995 (4th of 6) & 1999 (4th of 7) and the 1996 Summer Olympics (9th of 12).

At the 1996 Summer Olympics he scored a record, 13 goals against Kuwait and a record of seven blocked shots. Only Niclas Ekberg was able to score 13 goals at the Olympic Games in 2012. DeGraaf also scored the game-winning goal against Algeria, in overtime, with no time remaining on the clock.

In 1997, he was selected as 1996 United States Air Force Athlete of the Year.

In 1998, he won the Nationals Championship with Knight Air and was the MVP of the tournament. DeGraaf has over 200 International Games and was awarded the USATHF Male Athlete of the year twice.

Awards Air Force Achievement MedalAir Force Longevity Service AwardJoint Service Commendation MedalLevel unknownMarksmanshipNational Defense Service MedalAir Force Outstanding Unit Award

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United States Air Force Academy, University of Auckland, Calvin University, United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School
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David Warren DeGraaf

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Frequently asked questions

Who is David DeGraaf?

American handball player

When was David DeGraaf born?

David DeGraaf was born on 26 April 1971 in Spring Arbor.

What is David DeGraaf's occupation?

David DeGraaf is a handball player.

What nationality is David DeGraaf?

David DeGraaf is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David DeGraaf

· Wikidata: Q72559687

· DBpedia: David DeGraaf

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