Justinas Lagunavičius facts for kids
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| Born | 4 September 1924 Kaunas, Lithuania |
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| Died | 15 July 1997 (aged 72) Kaunas, Lithuania |
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Justinas Lagunavičius (born September 4, 1924 – died July 15, 1997) was a talented basketball player from Lithuania. He played for the Soviet Union national team. Justinas was known for his skills on the court. He trained with the Žalgiris sports club in his hometown of Kaunas.
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Olympic Basketball Achievements
Justinas Lagunavičius represented the Soviet Union at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland. His team played very well throughout the tournament. They reached the final match.
Winning an Olympic Silver Medal
At the 1952 Olympics, Justinas and his teammates earned a silver medal. This was a big achievement for the Soviet basketball team. Justinas played in five games during the Olympic competition. His contributions helped the team secure their place on the podium.
European Championship Success
Besides the Olympics, Justinas Lagunavičius also had great success in the European Championships. These tournaments bring together the best basketball teams from across Europe.
Multiple Gold Medals
Justinas was a key player for the Soviet Union team that won three gold medals at the EuroBasket championships:
- 1947 in Czechoslovakia
- 1951 in France
- 1953 when the Soviet Union hosted the event
These victories showed his consistent talent and the strength of his team.
