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Vladimir Gomelsky

b. 1953

Russian basketball player

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About Vladimir Gomelsky

Born 1953. Vladimir Gomelsky is a Russian basketball player, coach, journalist, television presenter and basketball coach.

Vladimir Alexandrovich Gomelsky (; born 20 October 1953 in Leningrad) is a Russian TV commentator, journalist, and writer. He is also a former Soviet professional basketball player and coach.

Basketball career Gomelsky spent his entire basketball playing career with CSKA. In 1975, he received the title of Master of Sports of the USSR International Class. With CSKA, he was a four-time champion of the USSR Premier League, and also won the USSR Cup.

After he ended his playing career, he worked as a basketball coach. He was named an Honored Coach of the Russian SSR in 1986.

Personal life Gomelsky is the son of the late prominent basketball coach Alexander Gomelsky, and the nephew of Evgeny Gomelsky. Since 1989, he has worked as a sports commentator.

His favourite team is the Philadelphia 76ers and player Julius Erving.

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1953, Saint Petersburg
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Basketball player, coach, journalist, television presenter, basketball coach
Nationality
Russia, Soviet Union
Education
Russian State University of Physical Education, Sport, Youth and Tourism
Awards
Merited Coach of Russia; Honoured coach of the RSFSR; Master of Sport of the USSR, International Class; Order of Friendship
Also known as
Vladimir Aleksandrovich Gomelsky, Vladimir Alexandrovich Gomelsky

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Vladimir Gomelsky?

Russian basketball player

When was Vladimir Gomelsky born?

Vladimir Gomelsky was born on 20 October 1953 in Saint Petersburg.

What is Vladimir Gomelsky's occupation?

Vladimir Gomelsky is a basketball player, coach, journalist, television presenter and basketball coach.

What nationality is Vladimir Gomelsky?

Vladimir Gomelsky is Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Vladimir Gomelsky

· Wikidata: Q4142913

· DBpedia: Vladimir Gomelsky

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