Mike Whitmarsh
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| Medal record | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Competitor for  United States |
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| Men's Volleyball | |||
| Olympic Games | |||
| Silver | Atlanta 1996 | Beach Volleyball | |
| World Championships | |||
| Silver | Los Angeles 1997 | Beach Volleyball | |
Michael ("Mike") Whitmarsh (born May 18, 1962) is an American volleyball player, who won the silver medal in the men's inaugural beach volleyball tournament at the 1996 Summer Olympics, partnering Mike Dodd. He was born in San Diego, California, and attended the University of San Diego. Throughout his career he has earned over $1.5 million, as well as 28 titles.
He played college basketball at the University of San Diego and was drafted by the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers in the fifth round in 1984.[1] He also played briefly with the Minnesota Timberwolves.[citation needed] He also played professionally in Germany for three years.[citation needed]
[edit] Awards and honors
- AVP Best Blocker 2002
- AVP Lifetime Achievement 2004
- AVP Role Model Award 2003
- AVP Rookie of the Year 1990
- AVP Special Achievement 2003
[edit] Notes
- ^ 1984 NBA Draft, basketballreference.com
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