Rafał Piotr Buszek (born 28 April 1987) is a Polish professional

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player who plays as a libero for

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. He is a former member of the Poland national team, a participant in the

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and the 2014 World Champion.

Personal life

Buszek was born in

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. He is married to Aleksandra. In September 2016, Buszek and his wife announced via social media they are expecting their first child. On October 18, 2016 their son was born and Rafał announced his arrival and added photo via Instagram in February 2017. In May 2018, their daughter was born.

Career

Club

On April 28, 2015 Buszek achieved his second title of Polish Champion with Asseco Resovia. On May 4, 2015 he signed a contract with another Polish club ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle.

National team

Buszek debuted in the Polish national team on May 29, 2014 against

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(0-3). He was appointed by coach Stephane Antiga on World League 2014. Initially, he was supposed to be a deputy to principal players during matches in

, but after a few victories (amongst others, the winning match with Brazil on May 31, 2014) he became a favorite to play at the World Championship. On August 16, 2014, Buszek was appointed to the squad at the

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held in

. On September 21, 2014, he won the title of World Champion 2014 as part of this team. On October 27, 2014, he received a state award granted by the Polish President

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– Gold Cross of Merit for outstanding sports achievements and worldwide promotion of Poland.

Honours

Club

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2014–15 – with Asseco Resovia * Domestic ** 2012–13 Gold medal with cup

Polish Championship, with Asseco Resovia ** 2014–15 Gold medal with cup

Polish Championship, with Asseco Resovia ** 2015–16 Gold medal with cup

Polish Championship, with ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle ** 2016–17 Simple gold cup

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, with ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle ** 2016–17 Gold medal with cup

Polish Championship, with ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle

State awards

* 2014: Gold Cross of Merit

References

External links

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