The Legacy of Gordon Herbert: A New Chapter for German Basketball

As I sit down to write about the departure of Gordon Herbert from the German national basketball team, I am filled with a mix of emotions. On one hand, I am sad to see a coach who has brought so much success to the team leave. On the other hand, I am excited to see what the future holds for both Herbert and the team.

For those who may not be familiar with Herbert’s story, let me give you a brief rundown. The Canadian coach took over the German national team in 2018 and led them to a bronze medal at the European Championships. He followed that up with a World Cup title in 2020 and a fourth-place finish at the Olympics in Paris. Not bad for a team that was considered a dark horse in the basketball world.

Gordon Herbert, the former coach of the German national basketball team

So why did Herbert decide to leave the team? According to him, it was a combination of factors. For one, he had only one year left on his contract and felt that it would take at least two years to build a new team. He also felt that the team was due for a change and that it was time for someone else to take the reins.

But what about the rumors that Herbert was forced out by the German Basketball Federation (DBB)? Herbert himself has denied these rumors, saying that he was not pushed out and that the decision to leave was his own. However, he did say that he was not involved in the search for his replacement and that he was not asked for his opinion on the matter.

The German basketball team, led by Gordon Herbert, celebrating their World Cup title in 2020

So who will replace Herbert as the coach of the German national team? That would be Alex Mumbru, a Spanish coach who has experience coaching at the international level. While I don’t know much about Mumbru, I am excited to see what he can bring to the team.

As for Herbert, he will be taking over as the coach of Bayern Munich, one of the top teams in the German Basketball League. It’s a great opportunity for him to coach at the club level and to prove himself in a new league.

The logo of Bayern Munich, the team that Gordon Herbert will be coaching next season

In conclusion, the departure of Gordon Herbert from the German national team is a bittersweet moment for basketball fans in Germany. While we are sad to see him go, we are also excited to see what the future holds for both Herbert and the team. I wish Herbert all the best in his new role as coach of Bayern Munich and I look forward to seeing what he can accomplish.

“I am excited to take on this new challenge and to coach at the club level,” Herbert said in a statement. “I am looking forward to working with the players and staff at Bayern Munich and to bringing success to the team.”

Gordon Herbert, the new coach of Bayern Munich, speaking at a press conference