Finland's top name continues – Money didn't interest
Finland's biathlon association has secured the continued leadership of head coach Erik Torneus-Kulstad and assistant coach Aku Moilanen ahead of the upcoming Olympics, with a focus on the team's successful performance and promising young athletes.
The Finnish biathlon association has solidified its coaching staff by signing a 2+2-year contract extension with head coach Erik Torneus-Kulstad and also extending the contract of assistant coach Aku Moilanen. Both coaches have played a significant role in the team's recent accomplishments, leading to a series of excellent results over the past years. Their commitment appears to reflect a shared vision of long-term success in Finnish biathlon leading up to the Olympics.
In a notable addition, the association has also extended the contract of Marek Sander, the head of equipment, for the next Olympic cycle. Since joining in 2019, Sander has garnered praise for ensuring that Finnish athletes are well-prepared with high-quality equipment. His remarks highlight a strong team spirit and a positive environment, which are essential for fostering the upcoming generation of athletes, including talents like Inka Hämäläinen, Jimi Klemetinen, and Arttu Heikkinen.
Sander expressed a strong desire to remain with the Finnish team, attributing the positive atmosphere within the group as a driving factor for his commitment. His enthusiasm for following the development of young athletes shows a progressive outlook for the future of Finnish biathlon, emphasizing the importance of nurturing new talent in preparation for international competitions and Olympic events.