Marko Podraščanin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Marko Podraščanin |
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| Nationality |  Serbia |
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| Born | 29 August 1987 Novi Sad, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia |
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| Height | 2.04 m (6 ft 8 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 101 kg (223 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Spike | 358 cm (141 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Block | 340 cm (134 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Position | Middle blocker | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Current club |  Itas Trentino |
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Marko Podraščanin is a professional volleyball player from Serbia. He was born on August 29, 1987. Marko is known for playing as a middle blocker, a key position in volleyball. He has been a very important member of the Serbia men's national volleyball team for many years.
Marko has played for several top clubs in Italy, including Itas Trentino. He has also represented his country in major international competitions. These include the Olympic Games in Beijing (2008), London (2012), and Paris (2024). He has won many medals throughout his career, showing he is one of the best in the sport.
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About Marko Podraščanin
Marko Podraščanin was born in Novi Sad, which was part of Yugoslavia at the time. He grew up to become a tall and strong athlete, perfect for volleyball. His height of 2.04 meters (about 6 feet 8 inches) helps him block shots and spike the ball over the net.
His Family Life
Marko is not just a great athlete; he also has a family. He married Milena on May 25, 2014. The couple welcomed their daughter, Mila, on May 5, 2015.
Marko's Volleyball Journey
Marko Podraščanin started his professional volleyball career in Serbia. He then moved to Italy, where he played for some of the biggest clubs. His journey shows how hard work and dedication can lead to success in sports.
Playing for Serbia
Marko has been a key player for the Serbia men's national volleyball team since 2006. He has helped his team win many important medals. For example, in 2015, he was part of the Serbian team that reached the final of the World League. They won a silver medal after a tough match against France.
He also helped Serbia win a gold medal at the 2016 World League. This was a huge achievement for the team. Marko also has two gold medals from the CEV European Championship (2011 and 2019).
Club Successes
Marko has won many championships with his clubs in Italy. He has played for teams like Volley Lube, Sir Safety Perugia, and Itas Trentino. With these teams, he has won national championships and cups.
He has also competed in major European and World club tournaments. These include the CEV Champions League and the FIVB Club World Championship. He won the CEV Champions League in 2024 with Itas Trentino. He also won the CEV Challenge Cup in 2011 with Lube Banca Marche Macerata.
Awards and Recognition
Marko Podraščanin has received several individual awards for his excellent performance. These awards highlight his skill as a middle blocker.
- 2008: Best Middle Blocker at the FIVB World League
- 2011: Best Middle Blocker at the CEV European Championship
- 2015: Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Italian SuperCup
- 2017: Best Middle Blocker at the CEV Champions League
- 2018: Best Middle Blocker at the CEV Champions League
- 2021: Best Middle Blocker at the CEV European Championship
- 2022: Best Middle Blocker at the FIVB Club World Championship
These awards show that Marko is consistently one of the top players in his position.
Images for kids
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Marko Podraščanin playing volleyball.
See also
In Spanish: Marko Podrascanin para niños
