Latvian basketball player Anrijs Miška reflects on his performance while with the Estonian club Tallinna 'Kalev'/ 'Cramo', feeling the expectations as a foreign player as a chance to prove himself.
Anrijs Miška, a 26-year-old power forward, has joined the Latvian national team for training ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Poland. Despite receiving his national call-up in November, Miška did not play during that stint. He noted that he expected this situation, as he had arrived at the national training camp just a few days before the game, and team dynamics were the priority as they had limited practice sessions.
In the ongoing season with the Latvian-Estonian league, Miška averages just under 27 minutes on the court per game, which is only marginally less than his playtime during the 2020/2021 season when he was a key player for 'Latvijas Universitāte'. Currently in his second season with Tallinna 'Kalev', he was named the league's Most Valuable Player (MVP) last January, showcasing his significant development and contribution to his team during this period.
Miška's story highlights the competitive nature of basketball in the Baltic region, where players often seek to maximize their opportunities abroad. His positive attitude towards the expectations placed on him as a foreign player reflects a growing confidence and ambition in his sporting career. As he prepares for important national games, his performance will be closely watched, potentially influencing his future prospects both domestically and internationally.
