Alexander Petrenko

Alexander Anatolievich Petrenko was a Russian professional basketball player. He was born in Almaty, Kazakh SSR, and held Russian citizenship.

Professional career

Petrenko played professional basketball with Khimki Moscow Region, in the Russian [Professional Basketball Championship|Russian Championship]. He was named the Russian League Player of the Year in 2006.

National team career

Petrenko was a member of the senior Russian national [basketball team]. He played at the 1999 EuroBasket.

Death

Petrenko died in a car crash near Samara, Russia, on 21 July 2006.