Robert Gilchrist (basketball)

Robert Gilchrist (born 14 October 1990) is a professional basketball player. Gilchrist was born in England and played his college career in the United States.

Robert Gilchrist
Free agent
PositionPower forward / Center
Personal information
Born (1990-10-14) 14 October 1990
London, England
NationalityBritish
Listed height6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
Listed weight220 lb (100 kg)
Career information
High school
College
NBA draft2014 / Undrafted
Playing career2014–present
Career history
2014–2015Karlsruhe
2015–2016Peristeri
2016Holargos
2017Araberri
2017–2018Worcester Wolves
2018–2019Luleå
2019Earth Friends Tokyo Z
2020Valladolid
Career highlights and awards

High school / college career

After graduating from Worcester Academy in the U.S. state of Massachusetts, Gilchrist played two years for Polk State College[1] in Winter Haven, Florida, where he earned an associate degree in business administration. Gilchrist then played for two years for Florida State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in social science.[2] Gilchrist started 24 games at the small forward and power forward positions. Florida State participated in the NIT tournament in both of Gilchrist's seasons.

Professional career

Upon graduation in 2014, Gilchrist began his professional career with BG Karlsruhe in Karlsruhe, Germany.[3]

On 24 September 2015, he signed with Greek A2 club Peristeri in Athens. He averaged 12.2 points, 10.3 rebounds, 2 blocks per game.[4]

On 29 September 2016 he signed with Holargos of Greek 2nd Division.[5] Before the end of the season, he left the team, after being replaced by Marko Popadic. On 28 February 2017 he joined Araberri of the LEB Oro until the end of the season.[6]

On 1 December 2017 Gilchrist joined Worcester Wolves of the British Basketball League.[7]

International career

In 2015, he began playing for the Great Britain Men's National Team, scoring 12 points in his debut vs. New Zealand.[8]

References
  1. "PSC Forward Robert Gilchrist Set To Sign With FSU".
  2. "#14 Robert Gilchrist".
  3. "Rob Gilcrhist to Begin Pro Career in Germany".
  4. Robert Gilchrist Signs in Greece with Peristeri Athens.
  5. A1Basket.gr Holargos sign Robert Gilchrist
  6. Araberri signs Robert Gilchrist
  7. Worcester Wolves Signs Great Britain Squad Member
  8. "GB Senior Men Beaten in Friendly Against New Zealand".
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