Kostas Tsartsaris facts for kids
Tsartsaris, at a Panathinaikos practice, in 2013.
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| Born | October 17, 1979 Veria, Greece |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 10.75 in (2.10 m) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Listed weight | 255 lb (116 kg) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Pro career | 1997–2013 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coaching career | 2014–present | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1997–1998 | U.M.F. Grindavik | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1998–1999 | Near East | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1999–2002 | Peristeri | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2002–2013 | Panathinaikos | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2014–2016 | Panathinaikos (cadets) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2016 | Panathinaikos (assistant) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Konstantinos "Kostas" Tsartsaris (Greek: Κωνσταντίνος "Κώστας" Τσαρτσαρής) is a famous Greek former professional basketball player and coach. He was born on October 17, 1979, in Veria, Greece. Kostas spent most of his playing career with the Greek team Panathinaikos.
He was a tall player, standing at 6 feet 10.75 inches (2.10 meters) and weighing 255 pounds (115.4 kg). He mainly played as a power forward, but he could also play as a center when his team needed him to.
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Playing Career Highlights
Kostas Tsartsaris started his basketball journey as a very talented young player. He was first noticed while playing for a team called Filippos Verias in the lower divisions of Greek basketball.
Early Career and Move to Iceland
When Kostas was 17, he wanted to move to a bigger Greek club. However, his team, Filippos, would not let him go. So, he decided to play for a team in Iceland called U.M.F. Grindavik for the 1997–98 season. During that season, he was amazing, averaging about 20.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 4.5 blocks per game. He even helped Grindavik win the Icelandic Cup in 1998.
Returning to Greece and Joining Panathinaikos
In 1998, Kostas returned to Greece and joined Near East. The next year, he moved to Peristeri. In 2002, he made a big move to one of Greece's top teams, Panathinaikos. This is where he spent most of his successful career.
With Panathinaikos, Kostas became a key player. He was named the Greek Cup MVP for three years in a row, from 2006 to 2008. He also helped his team win many championships.
Retirement from Playing
In June 2013, after 11 successful years with Panathinaikos, Kostas Tsartsaris decided to retire from playing basketball. In his final season, he helped Panathinaikos win both the Greek League championship and the Greek Cup.
National Team Achievements
Kostas Tsartsaris was also a very important player for the senior men's Greek national basketball team.
- Gold Medal: He won a gold medal at the 2005 EuroBasket tournament.
- Silver Medal: He earned a silver medal at the 2006 FIBA World Championship.
- Olympics: He represented Greece in the 2004 Summer Olympics and the 2008 Summer Olympics. He also played in the 2007 EuroBasket and the 2010 FIBA World Championship.
Coaching Career
After retiring as a player, Kostas Tsartsaris started his coaching career in 2014. He began by working with young cadet (youth) teams. On April 21, 2016, he became an assistant coach for the main Panathinaikos team, working alongside head coach Argyris Pedoulakis.
Awards and Accomplishments
Kostas Tsartsaris has won many awards and titles throughout his career.
As a Professional Player
- Icelandic Cup Winner: (1998)
- Greek League Best Young Player: (1999)
- 7× Greek League All-Star: (2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
- 10× Greek League Champion: (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013)
- 8× Greek Cup Winner: (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013)
- Greek League Best Five: (2004)
- 3× Greek Cup Finals MVP: (2006, 2007, 2008)
- Greek Cup Finals Top Scorer: (2007)
- 3× EuroLeague champion: (2007, 2009, 2011)
- 2× Triple Crown Winner: (2007, 2009)
- Professional Greek League all-time leader in total rebounds (meaning he has more rebounds than any other player in the history of the Greek League!)
With the Greek National Team
- 6× Acropolis Tournament Champion: (2002, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010)
- 2005 EuroBasket:
Gold
- 2006 FIBA Stanković World Cup: Gold
- 2006 FIBA World Championship:
Silver
- FIBA EuroStar: (2007)
See also
In Spanish: Konstantinos Tsartsaris para niños
