| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 24 March 1948 Tartu, Estonia |
| Listed height | 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) |
| Listed weight | 87 kg (192 lb) |
| Career information | |
| Playing career | 1963–1986 |
| Career history | |
| 1963–1967 | EPA |
| 1967–1974 | TRÜ |
| 1974–1975 | KK Kalev |
| 1976–1986 | Standard |
Medals | |
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