Jurjaan Koolen facts for kids
Jurjaan Christiaan Koolen was a talented Dutch volleyball player. He is best known for representing his country at the Olympic Games.
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Jurjaan Christiaan Koolen: Olympic Volleyball Star
Early Life and Volleyball
Jurjaan Christiaan Koolen was born on September 20, 1938. His hometown was Monnickendam in the Netherlands. He grew up to become a skilled volleyball player.
Competing at the Olympics
Koolen achieved a big dream for many athletes. He competed in the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan. He was part of the Dutch men's volleyball team. This was a very exciting time for him and his country.
Later Life
Jurjaan Christiaan Koolen passed away on June 23, 2020. He was 81 years old. He will be remembered as an Olympic athlete from the Netherlands.
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