Personal information | |||
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Date of birth | May 20, 1968 | ||
Place of birth | Dallas, Texas | ||
Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) 1.90 | ||
Position(s) | Forward | ||
Youth career | |||
1986–1989 | Oklahoma City Stars | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
1990–1991 | Oklahoma City Spirit | ||
1990–1991 | Wichita Wings (indoor) | 7 | (0) |
1992–1993 | Karlsruher SC | ||
*Club domestic league appearances and goals |
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