Dennis Schröder, bronze medalist with Germany: “There is character in this team”

In Berlin, Germany is consoled with a beautiful bronze medal won during its victory against Poland (82-69). Dennis Schröder was once again heroic.

Medal around the neck, Dennis Schröder and his coach Gordon Herbert are two happy men. They would have preferred another metal, but after 18 days of fierce competition, the leaders of the German team note the work accomplished. reactions.

“I am extremely proud of this group, of their sacrifice. It was an incredible honor to coach these guys. Yes, there was a lot of disappointment in Friday’s game. It’s sports. It was important to finish like this, after what happened. It was a great tournament, very special for me. I’m happy because it’s not just the medal won, it’s the way the group represented their country. »

Gordon Herbert

A bronze medal that promises much more success in the future. Dennis Schröder is convinced of this:

“I’m not worried about the future. We had time to build a group during the training camp. There’s so much talent in this locker room, not just NBA players. Take Maodo Lo, who was impressive. We have great potential for the next 3-4 years. We have a lot of character in this team. We showed it this year. There is a great job. We did what it took to achieve this success.”

Dennis Schroeder

The performance of the leader during the small final (26 points), added to those achieved throughout the competition, should inspire a whole generation of future basketball players. Germany is now positioned as one of the major nations of European basketball.

“It’s a great result for the development of basketball in Germany. The level of the country’s championship is progressing from year to year. It becomes more exciting, attractive. Then the players of the selection who play in the NBA represent the German team internationally, and Germany more broadly. »

Dennis Schroeder

In Berlin (Germany).