Atko-Meeme Viru
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Atko-Meeme Viru (7 September 1932 Tallinn – 21 October 2007 Tartu) was an Estonian basketballer, sport personnel, sport scientist biologist and educator.[1]
In 1955 he graduated from Tartu State University in physical education.[1]
In 1950 he played in Estonian national basketball team. In 1952, 1956 and 1958 he become Estonian champion.[1]
Since 1959 (since 1974 professor) he has taught at the University of Tartu.[1]
1989–2003 he was a member of Estonian Olympic Committee.[1]
Awards:
- 2001: Order of the Estonian Red Cross, V class.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e "ESBL: Atko-Meeme Viru". esbl.ee. Retrieved 10 June 2021.
- ^ "Teenetemärkide kavalerid: Atko-Meeme Viru". www.president.ee. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
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