David Popovici’s performances this year attracted the attention of several American universities, but for one reason or another, the Romanian swimmer did not respond to any offers.
David Popovici is one of the most trained Romanian athletes and 2022 has been an exceptional year for the athlete registered with CS Dinamo Bucharest.
Adrian Redulescu, David Popovici’s coach, told Fanatik.ro about the reasons why the “shark” decided to stay in Romania.
Adrian Redulescu revealed the reasons why David Popovich turned down several American universities
World and European 100m and 200m freestyle champion David Popovici has had a fantastic summer and several US schools have offered the athlete from CS Dinamo Bucharest.
His coach Adrian Redulescu told Fanatik.ro about the reasons why the Romanian swimming prodigy did not respond to any offer from overseas.
“When you enter an American university, you enter a campus. You moved to campus, you study there, you eat there, you train there, you live there.
And this means truly aligning yourself with their values. It depends on the location you choose.
He communicated with Romanians, with some foreigners he was closer to those who were there and lived. He asked for opinions, engaged in journalistic work.
On my word. After all, he weighed all these things. In addition, his status in Romania is privileged.” – said coach David Popovich.
What are the advantages of David Popovic if he stays in Romania
“With the support of the federation, the committee (Olympic and Sports Committee of Romania), the club (Dynamo). After that, because of the support and understanding he has at school.
And, in general, the people around us unconsciously or consciously believe in his dream. And he tries to help him.
When you’re in that kind of environment, it’s good to stay. With such a change, the risk increases exponentially.
There is a social life, which is very important. There you have to be somewhat accessible. And from the school’s point of view, you have to be available.
You can be an Olympic champion, you still have to pass the exams.
And you should be ready for university competitions. And it may not be the program that will benefit you as an athlete.
Behind these suggestions are hidden many aspects that David was very wise and eager to advise. – added Adrian Redulescu.
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