Posted by K. D. December 22, 2024
After a convincing victory on the Castres pitch, Jean-Baptiste Pouxscrum coach of Union Bordeaux-Bègles (UBB), could not hide his joy at the successful performance of his team, particularly that of the forwards. His words, collected following the match, reflect the conquering state of mind that reigns within this Gironde collective.
A redemption after the rout of the previous year
Lice looks back on the recent past, evoking the heavy defeat suffered against Castres last season.
“We escaped a little in the physical challenge,”
Jean-Baptiste Poux
He explains, but this time, the outcome is different. The UBB forwards managed to reverse the trend, demonstrating resilience and conviction which took them to victory.
The scrum, a symbol of Bordeaux success
The scrum was a crucial point of support for Bordeaux. Poux affirms that his players, aware of being expected, responded in an exemplary manner. The palpable excitement before the match and the positive atmosphere that permeated the week of practices contributed to their confidence.
Bench performance and anticipation of the next challenge
The impact of the bench was also highlighted. Lice appreciates the depth of the team and this “ hardworking mindset » who drives the group, capable of getting back into the match and maintaining its lead.
The mention of the need to prepare for the next match against Toulon proves that, despite the celebration, the objective remains consistency in performance.
A prestigious victory against Castres
The Bordeaux coach is aware that the victory against Castres could be a turning point, especially since competitors like Toulouse have faltered against this team.
But he remains insistent that the UBB cannot “miss too much” if it wishes to achieve its high aspirations.
With this in mind, Lice reiterates that happiness is essential, but concentration must already be focused on the challenges to come.
This victory is undoubtedly a valuable bonus for the UBB, but also proof of the rise in power of the Gironde team, which was able to respond on all fronts during this captivating meeting.
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