Marek Noormets (born 14 June 1971) is an Estonian basketball player. [1]
He was born in Tartu. In 2003 he graduated from the University of Tartu's Institute of Physical Education. [1]
He began his basketball career in 1988, coached by Harri Russak. Later his coaches were Arne Laos and Jaak Salumets. 1990–1996 he played for Kalev. 1990–2002 he was a member of Estonia men's national basketball team. [1]
He has also practiced competitive dance for 10 years. [1]
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