OR Erdem She has stolen impressions in her league A1 Women’s Basketball. Her excellent course in PAS Ioanninaher recruitment to Panathinaicbut also the impressive outfit On the bench, they have caught their eyes to the Turkish coach.
The ‘clover’ technician gave one interview with all the material In the show “Ciao Ragazze”. There she referred to her course in coachingto the goals she has in her career, in Ergkin Ataman and Fatih Terimbut also to what the pumps her.
In detail what he said:
For her presence in Greece: “It is very important for me to be part of such a large club as Panathinaikos. At the same time, Greece is a country that loves basketball and the fact that I was chosen for a coach here and continue is a great honor for me. That’s why I’m very happy. “
For Panathinaikos fans: “To say so … Really, getting into a stadium with fans and even with such a special world, in these two matches, was very special for me. We felt very strongly the power of our fans. In both races we felt it clear. And I saw very clearly the pressure they exerted on the opponent. I think that with our fans … that is, we win the matches. My players are fighting to the end, but I can’t say about the influence of the world. They support us very much. Personally, they give me enormous power and their presence inspires me with confidence. And for my players it’s just as special. We want not to let us, keep coming! “
Whether the Panathinaikos women’s team can march to Europe: “Naturally! Of course, not only in Europe, but first we want our own championship here and after Europe. Me and my players will do everything to get to the top (Panathinaikos). As I said, it’s not just Europe, we are currently in a very important race in the domestic championship. We will continue to work every day to represent Panathinaikos as it deserves, and our only goal is to be in the top positions in both Europe and the championship. “
For her childhood in Turkey: “When we were kids, we were playing with whatever ball we found on the street. If we were to find basketball, we were playing basketball. If we found volleyball ball, we were playing volleyball. But I always had a special love for basketball. I was in high school, 11-12 years old when I started basketball with my school team. Since then I have never been able to leave it. I really loved it. I continued to play until the second year of the university, until I was seriously injured. I had an anterior cruciate ligament. Then, I continued as a coach, because I knew I couldn’t give up. I couldn’t stay away from the stadiums. So, right after my injury, I started training. And since then, without stopping, I have continued to this day and now I am here in front of you. My childhood was full of basketball and training, as I come from a family of teachers. I had no other social life. Training, home and lessons … That’s how my life rolled. And I’m very happy about the point I got to. “
For the first female coach in Turkey: “That’s it, yes. (Turkey) is a male -dominated country. Women are constantly facing very serious difficulties, both in my own country and everywhere, in my opinion. As for opportunities, yes, priority may be given to men, but I have preferred to not go into the molds they imposed on me throughout my career. And to go beyond these boundaries, first of all, I abolished gender distinction in my mind. I knew that I always had to work harder than men. And just working more I managed to consolidate in this area. In my country, I was the only female coach, and now I’m here, in a foreign country, doing coaching. I think this is the proof that I never gave up. “
On whether he has received sexist comments: “For me, basketball has no sex. For me, sport has no sex. That’s how I see it. Whether we are men or women, wherever we are, in whatever team we work, I am against sex discrimination. Of course, I also receive positive and negative comments. But, as I said, in women’s basketball as a female coach, I think I know the athletes much better. I think my communication with them is much stronger. And I see that this is also reflected in our game on the court. That makes me happy. “
For the designation of a “female Fatih Terim” they have given her: “I am very proud to have in common features with him. It’s not just militancy. I believe that the more I want something and the more I transmit it to my players, the more they want it. The same is true for Fatih Terim. We are not just managing a sports team. I see this group as a family. As if we were running a family here. Our racing spirit, our militancy, our perseverance, our discipline, that we never give up … These are very important elements. In women’s basketball, they are even more important. Yes, we have many similarities, especially inside the court. These come out spontaneously, through our reactions at the time of the struggle. But for me, that’s very honorable.
For the pumps- a trademark of her- she wears in the races: “There are many athletes, many trainers, many teachers and parents inspired by me. Opposite them I have the habit of not making discounts on my identity. I am a woman and I am here with my female identity. And I never want to deny it. That’s why I’m very careful about my appearance, my clothes, my hair, my makeup. Doing this job does not mean that you have to become a man. You can also do it as a woman. Power is not just the external image. I can stand strong on the court with my female identity and I think I do it. I will never give up this identity. Because I was like that when I struggled to conquer things, and I stay that way. I try to be an example. I believe this is something very special. Every day I have to prove myself, so every day I appear in front of everyone with my feminine identity and with my pumps. And I’ll keep doing it. This is my point of view. “
For her relationship with Ergkin Ataman: “Coach Ergkin Ataman, in my opinion, is one of the top coaches in the world, and we are currently under the same roof in the same club. This is very honorable for me. I have a lot to learn from him about basketball. There are many lessons I can take from him. Being in the same club with him is a huge support for me. I can say it’s not just a matter of basketball or matches. We are coaches of men’s and women’s teams, and even the smallest tips it gives me are very important to me. So, I always want to keep in touch with him. At the end of the day, our common goal is to bring Panathinaikos to the highest level, to win races and to constantly improve both in Europe and the domestic championship. Since we share this goal, our communication is very strong. As I said, being able to just talk to basketball with him is something very special to me. I hope we continue so and to raise Panathinaikos even higher. “
Her prognosis for this year’s Euroleague: “Of course I watch (Euroleague). One is the reality. As Panathinaikos, we are a very good team. And I say this with all my heart but it’s also a clear truth in basketball. Of course, my favorite is Panathinaikos. It doesn’t even seem to me as a question, it’s self -evident. And I’m sure we will conquer the trophy again. I have no doubt about it. “
Whether he would like to train a women’s team: “No, I don’t have such a dream. And the reason is: There are already too many male coaches working in men’s teams. As a woman, I want to help women go ahead. I always wanted to be a coach in a women’s team. I never had the goal of becoming a male team coach. The reason is simple: I want to work with women and offer them something. There are already several male coaches who train male athletes. That’s why my goal and my full concentration is how I can get the women even further. “
Source: Sport Fm
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