You've been coaching for a few years, can you tell us about your background?

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Matteo: After few years as a player, I moved into coaching 7 years ago. I coached for several years young boys and girls teams, I also coached  senior team at different level in the area of Bruxelles in Belgium. Last season I was assistant in Belgium first division, and this year I moved to Switzerland as head coach in the 'Women's premiere league, assistant in men's league A, and technical director at Neufchâtel. 

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Raphael: I started my coaching career in Belgium, where I had the opportunity to work with different teams and gradually develop myself. I moved up step by step, starting with youth teams, then focusing exclusively on women's basketball and joining more ambitious projects. These expériences gave me a solid understanding of the game and helped me shape my coaching philosophy.

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This season is your first expérience coaching abroad. How did the preparation go?

 

Matteo: Quite well. I studied the club, the players, their former coach's methods, and the league. That helped me adapt my vision to their playing style without disrupting too much, while still pushing development.

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Raphael: I was really motivated to take this new Challenge In Luxembourg. Preparation went well, though it was a bit short due to some players being on vocation. The club welcomed me warmly, and the players showed great commitment from day one.

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How do you see the start of the season?

 

Matteo: We've had a solid preseason start. For me, it's mainly a chance to really get to know the players so I can prepare them for tougher moment ahead.

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Raphael: With a lot of enthusiasm but also caution. Our goal is to be competitive as soon as possible, highlighting our team spirit and style of play.

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What are the objectives for this season?

 

Matteo: My mean goal is to focus on each player's development to strengthen the team as a whole. Our collective strength will come from solid fundamentals individually.

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Raphael: The mean goal is to improve game after game. Of course, we want to be competitive, but above all I want the players to grow both individually and collectively. 

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What the differences between Belgian Basketball and your host country?

 

Matteo: Swiss basketball is more heterogeneous. It relies more on intensity and fast play than on tactical aspects like spacing or ball movement.

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Raphael: In Belgium, the league is perhaps denser and more physical. In Luxembourg, the game is more open and offensive.

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How is your adaptation outside of basketball?

 

Matteo: My adaptation has been great. I was warmly welcomed and the good weather mad it even easier.

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Marion: Very Well! Luxembourg is a welcoming country. I m gradually discovering the culture and daily life here. It's still a change but I already feel comfortable.

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What is your best local culinary speciality?

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Matteo: Honestly, I haven't yet tried a local specialty, but I'm sure I will soon.

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Raphael: I enjoy the "bouchées à la reine".

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1 Octobre 2025,

Over The Screen Management.