Azerbaijani Club Signs Contract With American Basketball Player
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
Laman Ismayilova
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Azerbaijan's "Sumqayit" basketball team has strengthened its
squad with a new player, Azernews reports.
"Chemists" have transferred American basketball player Colin
Golson. A contract has been signed with the forward until the end
of this season. C. Golson last played for the NTD (Baku) team.
Founded in 1992, the Azerbaijani Basketball Federation (ABF) has
played a major role in the development of basketball in the
country.
In 1994, the ABF became a full member of the International
Basketball Federation (FIBA), making it possible for national
basketball teams to join international competitions.
In 1995, Azerbaijan won an international basketball match held
in Baku.
In 2006, men's basketball ranked first at the FIBA European
Development Cup in Albania.
Four years later, the national team became first at the Novruz
2010 International Basketball Tournament.
Azerbaijani basketball players also grabbed two medals at the
5th Islamic Solidarity Games.
The team won one gold and one silver medal for Azerbaijan.
Basketball in Azerbaijan will continue to grow and improve,
attracting more sports fans.
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