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Jimmy George (8 March 1955 – 30 November 1987) was an Indian volleyball player and captain of the Indian national volleyball team. Often dubbed the God of Indian volleyball, he is considered as one of the greatest volleyball players of all time.
Pete Demetre Georgantonis (born 27 February 1940 in Amarillo, Texas), known as Jimmy George or Jimmy Georgantonis, is an American composer, arranger, guitarist, singer, and producer who, since 1965, has been active in pop, jazz fusion, and rock — in live venues, recording studios, cinema, and TV production.
Feb 23, 2022 · Know the God of Indian volleyball. Jimmy George - Indian volleyball maverick who charmed his way from Kerala to Milan. Indian volleyball player Jimmy George was considered one of the best in the world before his death in a car accident. He was the brother-in-law of Anju Bobby George. 7 min By Utathya Nag 23 February 2022 07:08 GMT-8. Volleyball.
Known as the best volleyball player to have come from India, Jimmy George was snatched away in his prime.
Sep 1, 2018 · The story of Jimmy George, one of India’s greatest volleyball players. Jimmy George was just 21 years old when he received the Arjuna Award for his talent on the volleyball court. Here’s...
Jul 19, 2023 · When the name Jimmy George comes to mind, most modern sports fans will have no clue who he is. But for those who follow volleyball and also those who were growing up in the 1970s and 80s, the name will strike a chord.
Jun 6, 2014 · Coming back to the present, it has almost been 27 years since Jimmy George tragically passed away in a car accident in Italy, but sadly very few people today know about the man who is often...
Dec 8, 2023 · 40 years ago, Jimmy George achieved what no other Indian athlete in any sport had managed, nor has managed since.
Oct 15, 2013 · Jimmy died in a car accident in Italy on November 30, 1987, at the age of 32. The news came as a complete shock to everyone as the overwhelming feeling was that the jaws of death had unwittingly...
Oct 9, 2018 · Jimmy George played for India in the Asian championships of 1974, 1978 and 1986. Indian Volleyball haven’t heard of an Asian medal for 24 years until Jimmy and his team clinched a bronze medal in Seoul, 1986. He also captained the victory in India Gold cup international Volleyball tournament held in Hyderabad, 1986.
