Željko Jerkov
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Željko Jerkov (born 6 November 1953, in Pula) is a former Croatian professional basketball player. At a height of 2.08 m (6'10") tall, and a weight of 95 kg (210 lbs.), he played at the center position.
Professional career
Jerkov was a member of the
FIBA European Selection
, in 1976, 1978, and 1982.
Yugoslav national team
Jerkov competed with the senior
Yugoslav national basketball team at the 1976 Summer Olympics, where he won a silver medal, and at the 1980 Summer Olympics, where he won a gold medal.[1]
Awards and accomplishments
Clubs
- 2× Yugoslav Cup Winner: (1974, 1977)
- 2× FIBA Korać Cup Champion: (1976, 1977)
- 3× FIBA European Selection: (1976, 1978, 1982)
- Yugoslav LeagueChampion: (1977)
- FIBA Saporta Cup Champion: (1983)
References
- ^ Evans, Hilary; Gjerde, Arild; Heijmans, Jeroen; Mallon, Bill; et al. "Željko Jerkov". Olympics at Sports-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived from the original on 18 April 2020. Retrieved 10 July 2012.
External links
- FIBA Profile
- FIBA Europe Profile
- Italian League Profile (in Italian)