Vladimir Kondra
Vladimir Grigorevich Kondra is a Russian former volleyball player who competed for the Soviet Union in the 1972 Summer Olympics, in the 1976 Summer Olympics, and in the 1980 Summer Olympics. After his retirement, he became a successful volleyball coach, working most notably in CSKA Moscow, Olympiacos and the French men's national team.
He was born in Vladikavkaz.
In 1972, he was part of the Soviet team which won the bronze medal in the Olympic tournament. He played all seven matches.
Four years later, in 1976, he won the silver medal with the Soviet team in the 1976 Olympic tournament. He played all five matches.
At the 1980 Games, he was a member of the Soviet team which won the gold medal in the Olympic tournament. He played all six matches.
He coached CSKA Moscow from 1988 to 1991, winning two CEV Champions League titles and three Soviet Championships. In 1992 he became head coach of Greek powerhouse Olympiacos and coached them to 2 Greek Championships, 2 Greek Cups and 2 CEV Champions League Final Four participations.
