Pelister
- Leagues Played
- North Macedonia Prva League 208 Adriatic League Div 2 40 North Macedonia Cup 8 Club Friendlies 2
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- Pelister Women
Wikipedia - KK Pelister
KK Pelister is a men's professional basketball club based in Bitola, North Macedonia. They currently play in the Macedonian League and the ABA League Second Division.
History
The club was founded in 1948. Pelister is one of the most representative Clubs in Macedonia. The name changed many times in the rich history of the Club such as : Mladost Metalec (92-96), Pelister (96-06), Swisslion Pelister (06-09), Pelister (09-11), Pelister Sport (11-14), Pelister (14-15), KK Pelister AD Bitola (2015). They are competing for many decades in the top Macedonian leagues. They won 3 titles Champions of Macedonia. First one was in 1975. Second one came in 1989 and the last one 3rd title came in 1991. Since then they played in the play-offs few times and also in the Macedonian Cup Finals but they did not manage to win.
Pelister has a strong fan base and plays their home games at the Sports Hall Boro Stojanovski. The team's colors are blue and white, and their mascot is a fierce mountain lion.
Over the years, Pelister has produced many talented players who have gone on to have successful careers both domestically and internationally. The team is known for their fast-paced and aggressive style of play, making them a formidable opponent on the court.
Pelister has won multiple championships and cups in the Macedonian basketball league, solidifying their reputation as one of the top teams in the country. With a dedicated coaching staff and talented roster of players, Pelister continues to strive for excellence and success in every game they play.