About Einar Ólafsson
Lived 1928 – 2024 (aged 96). Einar Ólafsson was an Icelandic basketball player.
Einar Ólafsson (13 January 1928 – 12 March 2024) was an Icelandic basketball player and coach. Called "the father of basketball", He played for ÍR in the 1950s before turning to coaching. He coached at ÍR for almost 50 years, including its men's and women's senior teams, winning several national championships.
Personal life Einar was married to Guðfinna Kristín Kristjánsdóttir with whom he had three sons.
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Who was Einar Ólafsson?
Icelandic basketball coach (1928–2024)
When was Einar Ólafsson born?
Einar Ólafsson was born on 13 January 1928 in Reykjavík.
When did Einar Ólafsson die?
Einar Ólafsson died on 12 March 2024.
What was Einar Ólafsson's occupation?
Einar Ólafsson was a basketball player.
What nationality was Einar Ólafsson?
Einar Ólafsson was Icelandic.
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· DBpedia: Einar Ólafsson (basketball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Einar Ólafsson. https://biography.guide/einar-olafsson/
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