Personal information | |
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Born | Kampen, Overijssel | April 25, 1989
Nationality | Dutch |
Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
Career information | |
Playing career | 2009–2015 |
Position | Shooting guard |
Career history | |
2009–2013 | Landstede Basketbal |
2013–2014 | Apollo Amsterdam |
2014–2015 | Donar |
Career highlights and awards | |
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