LTU – Kemzura assembles coaching staff
VILNIUS (2010 FIBA World Championship) - Lithuania’s new boss Kestutis Kemzura has named Valdemaras Chomičius, Robertas Kuncaitis and Donaldas Kairys as his assistant coaches. "I have chosen these people because I really appreciate their professional skills,” said Kemzura, who replaced Ramunas Butautas at the helm after EuroBasket ...
VILNIUS (2010 FIBA World Championship) - Lithuania’s new boss Kestutis Kemzura has named Valdemaras Chomičius, Robertas Kuncaitis and Donaldas Kairys as his assistant coaches.
"I have chosen these people because I really appreciate their professional skills,” said Kemzura, who replaced Ramunas Butautas at the helm after EuroBasket 2009.
“The main criteria for selection of assistants was professionalism.
“In addition, I have worked with these people, interacted a lot on basketball and our basketball philosophy overlaps.
“Coaches will be designated areas of activity, but there will be teamwork and a lot of debate."
Lithuania also have a new physical fitness trainer in Evaldas Kondratavičius.
The Lithuanians had a disappointing EuroBasket 2009 but last month received a wild-card to play at the 2010 FIBA World Championship.
They will compete in Group D with Spain, France, Canada, Lebanon and New Zealand.
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