National team coach Rimas Kurtinaitis expresses his frustration over lack of communication with selected player Arnas Velička while welcoming new teammates from Kaunas Žalgiris.
Before traveling to Iceland, national team coach Rimas Kurtinaitis spoke with LRT journalist Jūratė Anilionytė, expressing his satisfaction with the addition of Kaunas Žalgiris players Igna Brazdeikis, Ąžuolas Tubelis, and Mantas Rubštavičius to the national team. However, Kurtinaitis lamented his inability to establish contact with awarded player Arnas Velička, revealing during a press conference that his attempts to call went unanswered.
Kurtinaitis maintained a positive outlook on the situation, stating that while it could be uncomfortable for players to communicate openly with their coach, he values any response, whether positive or negative. He emphasized the importance of keeping lines of communication open and said that he understands players may deal with pain differently; some communicate about it more effectively than others.
Ultimately, the story highlights not just the interpersonal dynamics within the national team, but also Kurtinaitis' approach to leadership, advocating for transparency and communication as crucial elements for team coherence. As the team prepares for important international matches, the coach's relationship with players like Velička remains crucial for success.
