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Wikipedia - Szolnoki Olajbányász
Szolnoki Olajbányász is a professional basketball team based in Szolnok, Hungary. The team also goes by the name of Olaj, which is a well-known nickname in the country. The club competes in the Hungarian League.
Established in 1959, it is one of the most successful teams in Hungarian basketball with eight Hungarian championships. Olaj has also won eight Hungarian Cup titles. The team's home arena is the Tiszaligeti Sportcsarnok.
History
The club was founded in 1959, and it has since developed into one of the most successful basketball teams in Hungary. Olaj has won four Hungarian National Championships, four Hungarian Cups since 1989 (the year when they earned a spot in the Hungarian 1st division).
In 2012, the club played the EuroChallenge Final Four where they were beaten by Beşiktaş Milangaz. For the 2012–13 season, Szolnoki Olaj was invited to join the Adriatic League. In 2014 they won the Hungarian Basketball Cup once again. Szolnok made the EuroChallenge Final Four for the second time made in 2014, and ended on the 4th place once again, after losing to Triumph Lyubertsy and Royal Halı Gaziantep.
The team's roster is comprised of talented players from Hungary and around the world, who bring a diverse range of skills and experience to the court. With a dedicated coaching staff and passionate fan base, Szolnoki Olaj is a formidable opponent for any team they face.
Off the court, Szolnoki Olaj is actively involved in the local community, hosting youth basketball clinics and engaging in charitable initiatives. The team's commitment to excellence both on and off the court has earned them a loyal following and a reputation as a respected and admired organization in Hungarian basketball.