Ifet Mahmutovic has achieved two great successes in sitting volleyball since he assumed his position as head coach of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Bosnia and Herzegovina have built a reputation as one of the most tradition-rich programmes in the world that won two Paralympic gold medals, three World Championship titles and boasts 10 European titles among their many accolades.
From November 4 to 11, the Bosnian men’s and women’s teams will be competing for the world titles on their home soil in Sarajevo from November 4 to 11.
In an interview for the 2022 World ParaVolley Sitting Volleyball World Championships, the 52-year-old tactician shared his thoughts on what measures would be necessary to take his team to the podium of the sport’s biggest event and his outlook on his team’s new prospects following the path of the golden generation.
How would you describe your work in the past year? What were the challenges and changes on the team since your appointment as coach?
It was challenging and difficult to take on a team that everyone started to forget a little, probably because of the team’s average age or the public’s perception or familiarity of them winning gold. However, I saw that my players cared about bringing back that golden glow, therefore everyone in the team put in a lot of work and effort in the past year. And proof of everything we worked for were the gold medals at the European Championship and the Golden League in Sarajevo.
Has there been any changes in the composition of the team, how can the younger generation contribute to the results considering the veterans are well-accustomed to success?
The current national team is composed of young and experienced players. What amazes me most about the younger ones is how much they believe in themselves. I am convinced that they will follow the path of the golden generation. The older players will contribute with experience and advice, so this team will be well known for having a combination of youth and experience.
What are your thoughts on Sarajevo’s hosting of the Golden League for men where the men defended its title without losing a set, and the Silver League for women where the women achieved its first historic victory?
It’s nice to see that our young girls, on their first appearance and historic victory, gave hope that they too will follow the path of the men’s national team. I am sure of their future feats, but that will depend on the support of the national federation and how…
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