Chase Budinger basketball journeyman wins Olympic Beach Volleyball match
Chase Budinger NBA experience is his Olympic training ground
Former professional basketball star Chase Budinger wins Olympic beach volleyball match
Former NBA player Chase Budinger is set to make his debut at the Olympics later this year though he wont be doing it on the hardwood.
Budinger a 6-foot-7 forward played eight seasons in the NBA with six different teams before retiring in 2016. He then began pursuing a career in beach volleyball and has quickly risen through the ranks.
Last month Budinger and his partner Casey Patterson won the AVP Hermosa Beach Open the first major beach volleyball tournament of the season.
On Monday Budinger and Patterson continued their strong play by winning their first match at the Olympics. They defeated the team of Ondrej Perusic and David Schweiner of the Czech Republic 2-0 (21-19, 21-17).
Budinger said he was thrilled to win his first Olympic match and that he is looking forward to continuing his journey in the sport.
“It’s an amazing feeling to represent your country at the Olympics,” Budinger said. “I’m just trying to soak it all in and enjoy the experience.”
Budinger’s success in beach volleyball is a testament to his athleticism and hard work. He is a gifted athlete who has been able to use his skills from basketball to excel in a new sport.
Budinger’s story is an inspiration to anyone who is looking to achieve their dreams. It shows that anything is possible with hard work and dedication.
Conclusion
Chase Budinger’s journey from NBA player to Olympic beach volleyball player is a reminder that anything is possible with hard work and dedication. Budinger’s success is an inspiration to anyone who is looking to achieve their dreams.
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