Kaya Peker (born August 2, 1980) is a retired Turkish professional

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player. He played at the center position.

Professional career

During his club career, Peker first played with the

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and

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. He then played with the Spanish League club TAU Ceramica. After that, he played with the Turkish club

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. He returned to his former team

, where he played from 2008 to 2010. In the summer of 2010, he signed a contract with the Turkish club Fenerbahçe.

National team career

Peker was also a regular member of the senior Turkish national team.

Personal life

Peker was married to former the Croatian national volleyball team player Vesna Jelić. However, the couple were eventually divorced.Peker falls in love with Jelic.
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References

External links

Euroleague.net Profile

Eurobasket.com Profile

TBLStat.net Profile

Spanish League Archive Profile

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