ASVEL extend coach Pierric Poupet / News - Basketnews.com

Pierric Poupet signed a two-year contract extension with ASVEL after guiding the team to a 6-9 EuroLeague record.

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After changing the head coach two times during the season, LDCL ASVEL Villeurbanne have found their lucky charm in Pierric Poupet, officially extending his contract for two more seasons.

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"Pierric brought a lot of serenity from the first day he was in office. Players love playing for him, the fans love watching the team play, and our results have never been better in the EuroLeague since he's been here. It was natural to continue the tenure with him, he is a coach of the future, with strong ideas and a very in-depth knowledge of basketball," ASVEL president Tony Parker commented on the extension.

Taking the reins on January 6 from Gianmarco Pozzecco, Poupet led the team to a 6-9 EuroLeague record.

Before his arrival, ASVEL had only clinched three EuroLeague victories in 19 games.

Beginning the season with TJ Parker at the helm, ASVEL finished 17th in the 2023-24 EuroLeague campaign with a record of 9-25.

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