Dubai BC President: “Our goal is for the team to become a permanent member of the Euroleague”

An interview with the Serbian Media, “Mozzartsport”, was granted by its president Dubai BCSalem Bin Dashmal.

With the United Arab Emirates side gearing up for their first season in Europe, the club’s strong man spoke about the roster, the decision not to compete in the EuroCup this year, while making it clear that the team’s aim is in the future to succeed in becoming a permanent member of the Euroleague, but after first managing to win impressions with its presence in Adriatic League.

In detail what he said:



For the staffing of the roster: “We chose the players we acquired very carefully. These are players whose quality, professionalism and talent match our vision. We’ve been watching them for a while, so we’re sure we’ll make a good and competitive team.”.

About the team not playing in the EuroCup this year: “We made the decision not to play in the EuroCup this year after much analysis. Although we really wanted to compete at this level, there were factors, mainly financial, but also team development, which influenced our final decision. We want to be sure that we will be absolutely ready for the highest level of Europe, before entering such an event. Rest assured that our main goal is to build a solid foundation, with the EuroCup and Euroleague on our radar for the future.”

On whether he sees the team as a future member of the Euroleague: “Our goal is for the team to become a permanent member of the best league in Europe. We are determined to do whatever it takes, on and off the court, to get to that level. As for the rest of the teams in our region, we believe that with the right vision and determination, they can also enter European basketball. I believe the future is bright and even more teams can enter European basketball”.

“We want to invest in talented players, attract as many fans as we can and grow as a club so that we can become one of the great forces in the league.”.

For the goals: “Our first goal for next season will be to consolidate our presence in the Adriatic League and be competitive at the highest level. I want to see a team that will constantly improve, build a winning mentality and go far in the playoffs. Beyond the results, I would like us to improve our facilities, develop talent and build a great relationship with the fans. In the coming years, I would like the team to grow, to constantly play in European competitions and to be recognized by the basketball world as a model of professionalism and success”.