About Lea Henry
Born 1961. Lea Henry is an American basketball player and basketball coach.
Ludi "Lea" Henry (born November 22, 1961) is an American former basketball player who competed in the 1984 Summer Olympics.
USA Basketball Henry was chosen to represent the USA on the USA Basketball team at the 1981 World University games, held in Bucharest, Romania and coached by Kay Yow. After winning the opening game, the USA was challenged by China, who held a halftime lead. The USA came back to win by two points, helped by 26 points from Denise Curry. The USA also was challenged by Canada, who led at halftime, but the USA won by three points 79β76. The USA beat host team Romania to set up a match with undefeated Russia for the gold medal. The Russian team was too strong, and won the gold, leaving the US with the silver medal. Henry averaged 5.1 points per game.
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Who is Lea Henry?
Olympic medalist in basketball
When was Lea Henry born?
Lea Henry was born on 22 November 1961 in Colquitt.
What is Lea Henry's occupation?
Lea Henry is a basketball player and basketball coach.
What nationality is Lea Henry?
Lea Henry is American.
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