| Intro | Greek theologian, philosopher and university professor | ||
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Religious scholar Theologian Philosopher Professor Educator Sports coach Basketball coach |
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| From | Greece | ||
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Academia Religion Philosophy Sports |
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| Gender | male | ||
| Birth | 21 May 1924, Athens, Greece | ||
| Death |
18 August 1986, Athens, Greece (aged 62 years) |
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| Star sign | Gemini | ||
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Nikolaos “Nikos” A. Nissiotis (Greek: Νικόλαος “Νίκος” A. Νησιώτης; 21 May 1924 – 18 August 1986) was a Greek theologian, university professor, and professional basketball coach. He received the Olympic Order in 1986.
Basketball coach
Nissiotis is largely credited with developing the sport of basketball in Greece during the 1930s and 1940s. He was the famous head coach of the Greek League club Panellinios, during its famous “Golden Five”, or “Fabulous Five” era, during the 1950s decade. He is a candidate to be inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame as well.
Greek International Olympic Committee
Nissiotis was the Vice President of the Greek Olympic Committee, from 1975 until 1986, and the President of the board of the International Olympic Academy, from 1977 to 1986. He was also a Permanent Representative of Greece to the International Olympic Committee (IOC).