Gerd Becker (handballer)

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Gerd Becker
Born (1953-04-12) 12 April 1953 (age 70)
NationalityWest German
OccupationHandball Player

Gerd Becker (born 12 April 1953) is a former West German handball player who competed in the 1976 Summer Olympics.

In 1976 he was part of the West German team which finished fourth in the Olympic tournament. He played five matches and scored one goal.


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