Gymnasticos Syllogos Thessalonikis "Iraklis" (Greek: Γυμναστικός Σύλλογος Θεσσαλονίκης «ο Ηρακλής», English: Thessaloniki Gymnastics Club "Heracles"), commonly referred to as Iraklis Thessaloniki, is a Greek multi-sports club based in Thessaloniki. The club was founded in 1908 as "Macedonikos Gymnasticos Syllogos" (Macedonian Gymnastics Club) and is one of the oldest and most historic sports-clubs in Greece. It is named after Heracles, the mythical Greek demigod. Their colours are blue or cyan and white, inspired by the Greek flag.[1]
Full name | Gymnasticos Syllogos Thessalonikis "Iraklis" (Thessaloniki Gymnastics Club "Heracles") |
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Founded | 1899, as Omilos Filomouson 29 November 1908 as Macedonikos Gymnasticos Syllogos |
Colours | Blue, White |
President | Efraim Kyrizidis |
Website | https://iraklis.club |
G.S. Iraklis Thessaloniki traces its roots back in 1899 when Omilos Filomouson (meaning Friends of Music Club) was established. The club was established as a cultural union of the Greeks of Thessaloniki (then under Ottoman sovereignty), and in 1902 was founded also a sports department. After a merger with a local team, the club was re-founded on 29 November 1908, called Macedonikos Gymnasticos Syllogos (meaning Macedonian Gymnastics Club). A year later, "Iraklis" (Heracles) was added to the club's name as an honour to the ancient Greek hero.[1]
G.S. Iraklis Thessaloniki is considered one of the most historical and important Greek sport clubs and maintains departments in many sports, including:[2]
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Season | Men's Association Football | Men's Basketball | Men's Volleyball |
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1984–1985 | Balkans Cup Winner |
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1994–1995 | FIBA Saporta Cup Semi-finals |
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1996–1997 | FIBA Saporta Cup Semi-finals |
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2001–2002 | CEV Champions League 3rd place | ||
2003–2004 | CEV Champions League 4th place | ||
2004–2005 | CEV Champions League 2nd place | ||
2005–2006 | CEV Champions League 2nd place | ||
2008–2009 | CEV Champions League 2nd place |