ASK/Buki | |
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Leagues | LBL2 |
Founded | 1997 |
Arena | Gulbenes Sporta centrs |
Location | Gulbene, Latvia |
Head coach | Raimonds Gabrāns |
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Best achievements in the domestic league:
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