Baxi Manresa's Eurocup Debut: A Comprehensive Review of Pros and Cons

The Catalan club evaluates its first season in the ECA competition after 19 intense games across Europe.

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Baxi Manresa has concluded its inaugural Eurocup campaign following a defeat in Ankara, marking the end of a 19-game journey that tested the club's limits and strategic depth.

The competition provided increased visibility and more home games at Nou Congost, but the grueling schedule between October and December led to significant squad fatigue. Head coach Diego Ocampo emphasized that competing at this level requires a deeper roster to manage injuries and travel demands.

"You have to fight at the highest level, but you also need an adequate squad to do so."

Diego Ocampo · Baxi Manresa Head Coach
On the positive side, the tournament served as a platform for young talents like Ubal and Kao to evolve. Furthermore, the club's relationship with ECA opened doors for the youth team to compete in the NextGen tournament in Ulm, strengthening the club's international standing.