Gran Canaria Prepares for Derby Against Tenerife

The coach of the Gran Canaria team highlights his players' mental strength as they face the crucial final stretch of the season.

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The coach of CB Gran Canaria has analyzed his team's situation ahead of the Canarian derby against Tenerife, stressing the need for maximum concentration in the "four finals" remaining in the season.

The Gran Canaria coach has shared his perspective on the final phase of the season, describing it as a series of "four finals" that the team must approach with utmost intensity. This statement comes in anticipation of the eagerly awaited derby against Tenerife, a pivotal match for the island team's aspirations.
The coach praised Tenerife, highlighting their intelligent play and their experienced coach. He noted that their opponent ranks first in three-point percentage and third in two-point percentage in the league, underscoring their offensive capabilities. He also emphasized their defined playing style, characterized by time control and effective resolution of defensive strategies, which demands complete focus from Gran Canaria to avoid conceding advantages.

"Spiritually, the team is very well, very well"

the CB Gran Canaria coach
Despite the demanding schedule, the coaching staff assured that the locker room maintains high morale. Recent weeks have been utilized for thorough preparation, including rest days and specific training sessions with organized games. Regarding competitive pressure, the coach downplayed the situation, comparing it to more fundamental challenges in daily life.

"The people who have pressure are those who don't have enough money to make it to the end of the month to eat"

the CB Gran Canaria coach
Finally, the coach reiterated his full confidence in the squad, assuring that the coaching staff supports the players. The team, which is in optimal physical condition, has focused on "focalization" to maximize its strengths in this decisive stage of the competition.