By eliminating Serbia in the round of 16 then, the next round against France, passing two free throws from qualifying for a semi-final, Italy has made a very good run in this Eurobasket.
His coach Gianmarco Pozzecco is clearly no stranger to this success. The former player, Olympic silver medalist in 2004 in Athens, nicknamed “the atomic fly”, showed all his energy on the bench or after the matches, to celebrate the victories of his troops.
So that after such a competition, the president of the Italian federation is fully satisfied.
“The performance of the team and the general enthusiasm are clearly positive”summarizes Gianni Petrucci in remarks reported by EuroHoops. “Unfortunately, the result of the match against France leaves us a little bitter, but we cannot blame any player or member of staff. Sometimes the team that deserves to win doesn’t win. We must continue on this path. I have to thank coach Romeo Sacchetti for showing us the way, Pozzecco took over in the best possible way. “
The former Italy coach was dismissed at the end of May, before being replaced by Pozzecco. Who should remain in office for some time, probably for the 2023 World Cup, or even the Paris Olympics the following year.
“Do I confirm this information? Of course, 100%”announces the president of the national federation. “Because he convinced me with his way of coaching the boys. “
