Reports indicate that national team coach Rimas Kurtinaitis is contemplating a resignation, with the potential decision expected as early as Monday. The coaching position became vacant following the World Championship qualification period, specifically after the recent games in the D group involving Italy, and the circumstances surrounding the inclusion of NBA stars in the national team were cited as contributing factors. The search for a successor has narrowed significantly.
Initially, several names were mentioned as potential replacements, including Giedrius Žibėnas, Darius Adomaitis, and Darius Songaila. However, according to reports, the offers extended to Adomaitis and Songaila have been declined. This leaves G.
Žibėnas, a former strategist from Vilnius’s “Rytas,” as the sole remaining candidate under consideration. Despite his status as the primary option, sources confirm that specific negotiations with the 42-year-old specialist, G. Žibėnas, are not currently underway.
The uncertainty surrounding the future of the national team has placed Rimas Kurtinaitis at a critical juncture regarding his role. His contemplation of stepping down adds a layer of instability to the coaching structure, requiring immediate attention from governing bodies to secure leadership for the squad moving forward.
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