With reference to the statements published on December 18 by Trapani Shark Club, the clubs Virtus Pallacanestro Bologna, Pallacanestro Brescia, Pallacanestro Olimpia Milano, Aquila Basket Trento 2013, Pallacanestro Trieste 2004, Pallacanestro Reggiana, Reyer Venezia, Derthona Basket, Polisportiva Dinamo, Universo Treviso Basket, Pallacanestro Varese, Guerino Vanoli Basket, NapoliBasket, Amici Pallacanestro Udinese, and Pallacanestro Cantù wish to clearly and unequivocally distance themselves from the accusations directed at LBA President Maurizio Gherardini, who is leading our Association with commitment, professionalism, dedication, and above all with absolute fairness and impartiality, acting solely in the best interests of the Italian basketball movement.
The election, by an overwhelming majority, of a figure with the international experience and distinguished career of Gherardini represents for LBA a strong signal of shared purpose and unity at a crucial moment for the future of Italian basketball and beyond. For this reason, the actions of the President and his collaborators are firmly and confidently supported by the aforementioned clubs.
The election, by an overwhelming majority, of a figure with the international experience and distinguished career of Gherardini represents for LBA a strong signal of shared purpose and unity at a crucial moment for the future of Italian basketball and beyond. For this reason, the actions of the President and his collaborators are firmly and confidently supported by the aforementioned clubs.
We also consider any allusions to a possible suspension of the Serie A Championship for reasons linked to individual interests to be inappropriate. We wish to emphasize that the top league represents millions of fans who identify with the values and commitment of the clubs, which, in full compliance with the rules, ensure the regular conduct of competitive activities, competing exclusively on the court with respect and sportsmanship.