Baumanis
Baumanis (1905-1992) was a pioneering figure in Latvian basketball, known for leading the national team to victory in the first European Championship in 1935. He began his basketball journey as a student and became a two-time Latvian champion with the Jaunekļu kristīgās savienības team. Under his guidance, the team also secured a silver medal in the 1939 European Championship. Besides his coaching career, Baumanis served as a military officer and emigrated from Latvia after World War II. His legacy continues to inspire future generations, as commemorated by a recently unveiled monument in Riga.
Born on Apr 19, 1905 (120 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latvia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 1,886,198 | 1,846 | $34,000 | 33$ |
| Totals | 1 | 1,886,198 | 1,846 | $34,000 | 33$ |
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Baumanis was a prominent figure in Latvian basketball, leading the national team to victory in the first European Championship in 1935.
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