Kieron Robert Achara (born 3 July 1983) is a professional basketball player, who represents the Great Britain team. He is a 6-10 (2.08m) forward who played collegiately at Duquesne University.
Professional Career
After graduating from Duquesne University Achara turned professional in 2008. He began his career abroad in Italy. He came back in the light of his home nation, Scotland in 2010 when he joined Scotland's only professional basketball team, the Glasgow Rocks. On 26 September 2010, Achara debuted for the Glasgow Rocks in a game against Sheffield Sharks, which they went on to win 80-76. Following two successful years in Spain Achara signed a short two week contract in 2012 with the Glasgow Rocks while he is looking for a long term contract.After this period he signed for his first club Falkirk Fury
International career
Achara is the youngest player ever to play for the Scotland national side, featuring in the FIBA Europe Promotions Cup.
He made his debut for Great Britain team in 2008, shortly before turning professional.[1] Achara was a part of the British Basketball team which took part in the London 2012 Olympics. He played a major role in the only victory of the Olympics for the team against China.
Personal
His elder brother, Idris, who also plays basketball, represented Britain in basketball at the 2000 Paralympics at Athens, Greece. Kieron completed his undergraduate degree in management.
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External links
Great Britain squad – EuroBasket 2009 – 13th place |
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Great Britain squad – 2012 Summer Olympics – 9th place |
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Great Britain squad – EuroBasket 2013 – 13th place |
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Achara, Kieron |
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Olympic basketball player of Great Britain |
| Date of birth |
1983-07-03 |
| Place of birth |
Stirling, Scotland |
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