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Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Guard Andrew Wisniewski Recalls Coach Pini Gershon's Unique Leadership
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First reported by Walla · 11 hours ago
What happened
Andrew Wisniewski, who played for Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2009/10, recalls the intense 2010 EuroLeague playoff series against Partizan Belgrade and praises coach Pini Gershon's leadership style and connection with players and fans.
- 01Andrew Wisniewski recalls Maccabi Tel Aviv's painful 2010 EuroLeague quarterfinal loss to Partizan Belgrade.
- 02He warned teammates about the hostile Belgrade crowd, predicting a tough atmosphere.
- 03Wisniewski praises coach Pini Gershon's simple, showman-like coaching style and calm demeanor.
- 04He highlights the strong family feeling within Maccabi Tel Aviv and European basketball clubs.
- 05Losing two consecutive games at Maccabi then was seen as a major crisis by fans.
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WallaCenter · Hebrew35 minutes ago
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Guard Andrew Wisniewski Recalls Coach Pini Gershon's Unique Leadership
MakoCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Player Reflects on 2009 EuroLeague Run and Coach Pini Gershon
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