Thus Cantù welcomed the new coach to Brienza: «Nicola Brienza is a great coach – says the host for a day Antonio Biella, general manager of S. Bernardo -, he demonstrated it in his professional career in Cantù and then in the period of exile. We were together the other evening, in the same place and in the same area at the Vasco concert, but Venditti’s song “Amici mai” comes to mind. Now however… Having met him in a difficult moment in the 2018/19 season, I appreciated his professional and human qualities. He knew how to take charge of the team right from the start, first by helping coach Pashutin, then managing it himself. I am therefore honoured, as a fan, as a member of the board of directors and as the main sponsor, who will sit on the bench of our glorious Pallacanestro Cantù”.
Perfect assist, Biella’s words, for president Roberto Allievi. «We welcome a coach who began his career in Cantù and now returns to us after having established himself elsewhere. He – he comments –. We strongly wanted him because we know that he will be the right person in whom to place the expectations of the club and the market.”
The fundamental passage outlined by Sandro Santoro. «As the first step of the new season we bring back to Cantù the coach of the year of the recently concluded Serie A season – says the GM -. This is enough to underline and strengthen the determination that this company has to do its best, and even more, to achieve the maximum result. There is nothing to add about Nicola’s technical and professional qualities, for him only the facts speak. Good job to coach Brienza and good season to everyone.”
Here they are, now, the spotlight shining on the prodigal son. «I’m excited – says Brienza -. Happy and enthusiastic. This is a beautiful challenge. A challenge, as I love to do in training with my boys. Always, continuous challenges. Seen from behind, this situation, with all the commitment and projects it brings with it, is truly fascinating. I’m lucky to be there, there’s a lot of desire. From me too.”
So much that it adds. «It’s a shame not to start immediately and have to wait another couple of months – explains Brienza with a shirt already branded -. However, I feel like making a promise: no one – fans, managers, staff and sponsors – will struggle to recognize themselves in their team. Ten, or rather twelve players, who will always give everything.” No doubts about the choice. «You ask me which soul had the upper hand in the choice, whether the professional one or the heart? I say that I always prefer the professional aspect. That I have always been careful about my path. And the choices are the result of the project submitted to me. I immediately recognized the desire in this club. To arrive, have a structure and then an arena. The same desire as me. Then, it is clear that meeting all your friends in the square or going to lunch with your mother has and will have its weight. But, beyond everything, what I feel like guaranteeing is that I will always give my best. I am a coach and an ambitious and proud person. There will be a lot to do, I know that well. But it will be a beautiful journey. Thanks to those who offered me this opportunity. By belief and education I am used to hearing and thanking those who offer me an opportunity. And here I am.”
2024-06-21 11:21:07
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