The Basque coach, Txus Vidorreta, of La Laguna Tenerife, has officially ended the season following the team's final game against Barça. Vidorreta, who has been with the club for many years, expressed his gratitude for the support received throughout the campaign, both at home and away.
Regarding the match against the Catalan team, Vidorreta congratulated everyone for maintaining their enthusiasm throughout the season and the playoffs. "Today is the day to say goodbye to the season, nothing more," he stated. He acknowledged that in the second half of the game, they lacked "legs and freshness," which he attributed to accumulated fatigue, especially after the effort made in previous games like the one at the Palau.
Legs condition accuracy.
The coach pointed out that fatigue was a determining factor in the game, mentioning that to try and win at the Palau, players like Patty had to play many minutes. Despite the difficulties and the lack of freshness to make three-pointers and two-point shots, Vidorreta highlighted the team's overall strong performance. "The team, even so, has performed very well," he commented.
Vidorreta also pointed to "two refereeing decisions" that he considers important, one that was not a foul and another that was a violation, although he emphasized that to beat a team of Barcelona's quality, which boasts a "very well-directed" squad with "all players healthy," more accuracy and favorable officiating are needed.
Finally, the coach regretted not securing a victory in the second game at the Palau, a result he believed they deserved. "I congratulate everyone for what we have achieved, from players, management to employees, and I thank everyone for the support we have received," he concluded.
