Brasa shows lighter side

For the past few months, the Jose Brasa-coached Indian hockey team has been under great strain. Still the Spaniard’s wit has remained intact.

After being ordered by the authorities, last month, not to speak to the media, the Spanish coach met up with newspersons on Friday, and brought to life a briefing, which would have, otherwise, remained dull and mundane.

The Spanish coach was, quite often, sarcastic and hit the nail on the head without even using a hammer.

Brasa, though, did not joke all the while. When it came to India’s chances at the World Cup, beginning Sunday, he sounded fiercely protective of his players and used every opportunity to show the brighter side of his team.

“Ladies and gentlemen, I am here finally,” was Brasa’s first line. It was dramatic, all right, but it also helped to liven up the mood in the run up to a World Cup that has been characterised by off-field reports, most, if not all, of which have been negative.

“It is like a honeymoon, I am really happy about it,” he said with a broad grin while settling down in his chair.

Source : http://www.telegraphindia.com/1100227/jsp/sports/story_12156941.jsp