Bilbao Basket is preparing to play in another European final, confronting the high expectations that arose after last season's success. The club's management expresses a combination of excitement and responsibility, acknowledging that good sporting performance reflects hard work. However, they also admit that this year's opponents are stronger and the pressure is greater.
“"We all want to win titles, of course, but let people review how many teams have won two consecutive finals. It is exceptional, and we are going to fight for it to be so."
The club's perception of the FIBA Europe Cup has evolved, moving from initial reluctance to considering it a valuable competition. Winning the title would be a historic milestone for any club in Bizkaia, as it would be the first to achieve two European trophies.
Organizing a final places high demands on the club, especially for a modest-sized entity. Nevertheless, enthusiasm is the driving force that helps overcome this additional workload. The support of the fans in Miribilla will be crucial, and the arena is expected to become a pressure cooker, given that tickets sold out quickly.
The club has overcome complicated periods in recent years, managing to restore fan pride. At a management level, issues that seemed insurmountable have been resolved, and the aim is to foster a sense of belonging to the project. Looking ahead, prudence and economic sustainability are the pillars, although the goal is to grow in the sports field, always according to the resources generated.
Furthermore, Bilbao Basket has opened new avenues of development, such as the women's youth academy and the 3x3 modality. The women's youth academy was created to respond to the existing talent in Bizkaia, while the 3x3 project has been a success, attracting new sponsors and positioning itself in the national circuit.
