Off the Court, On the Same Page

The Switzerland trip ended on a high note. We won our last game and celebrated with a team dinner alongside our coaches. It was a great evening. We ate outside with a beautiful view of the courtyard. I had a steak, some of the guys went for pasta, and a few chose fondue, which is a fan favorite here. The menu was flexible, and the food was solid, but the best part was sitting down and connecting.

Everyone was conversational. Coaches, teammates—we’re all still getting to know each other, learning new things, and building trust. That kind of connection off the court is just as important as what happens on it. Being on the same page starts with moments like these.

One thing I’ve really come to appreciate is how our team celebrates birthdays. The birthday guy stands in the middle of the circle while we all sing to him. But here’s the twist—he’s the one who brings the cake for everyone else. It’s a bit backward from how we do it back home, but it’s fun and it speaks to the culture of giving and sharing.

These small moments matter. They build connection, create memories, and remind us that even in the grind, there’s joy. And for that, I’m grateful.