Julien Guillaume, satisfied with the match against Marseille (3-2 in extra time), knows that he will have to play a big match on Tuesday in Angers, one of the big teams in the championship.
After the 3-2 victory in extra time against Marseille in the opening of the championship, you travel to Angers on Tuesday. What lessons can you draw from this first match in view of this encounter against the Dukes?
Julien Guillaume: “I already think that this match against Marseille allowed us to free ourselves. It’s never easy to start a season, to play a first match. We’ve already eliminated that little bit of stress, that little bit of apprehension at the start of the championship. I think we’re going to play maybe a little more freely. As for the lessons, I think we played a good match, we started well against Marseille and we’re going to have to reproduce that in Angers on Tuesday. That’s what will allow us to start the match well and hope to get a victory there, against a big team.”
You have met Angers twice in preparation matches. Could that be useful for Tuesday’s match?
“Yes, it’s always useful. We know them a little more than the teams we haven’t met yet. But that’s the case on both sides. We’ve seen certain things from them, they’ve seen certain things from us. We’re going to have to play a really good game because we’ve seen that they’re really a big team. We expected that. They’re a team that has a lot of quality and it’s going to be a great hockey game on Tuesday.”
What are the characteristics of this Angers team?
“They’ve been a good team for many years. They’ve perhaps changed a few more things this year with the arrival of a new coach who has already shown that he’s done a good job, especially when he was at Cergy. We know that they’re a team that plays forward, that has good individual qualities and that will try to put us in difficulty with speed. They’re a team that won’t be far from the Top3-Top4 at the end of the season. They didn’t play the first day of the championship because Rouen was playing in the Champion’s League but we know that it’s going to be a very big team that we’re going to have in front of us.”
Do you feel today that you are expected because you are vice-champions of France?
“I don’t think it changes much from previous years. We’ve always been a team that played in the playoffs. All the teams had a hard time against us, we never gave easy matches even in the years when it was a little more complicated. It’s certain that after last season, there is more expectation, we are perhaps more expected by the other teams. We focus on what we do, we take all the matches seriously. We know that there are no easy matches in this championship.”
Coming back to the match against Marseille, the fact of having conceded the equalizing goal two minutes from the end to finally win in extra time, is it a little disappointment or are you proud of not having given up?
“We are happy. We especially wanted to start this season with a victory, especially at home in front of our supporters. Afterwards, extra time is short, it lasts 5 minutes maximum. It doesn’t pull on the organism more than that.”
Was coming up against a big team like Marseille important to start the championship?
“It’s a coincidence of the calendar but it’s always better to start with a big team, a good team, a good hockey game. We knew what to expect with Marseille. We knew it was going to be a team with the same philosophy as last year. A team that is very in place, that plays very well defensively. We played them a lot last season so we knew what to expect even if I think they improved during the offseason but it remains the same identity. So it’s still a good thing to have played a team like that to start the season.”
And you had the satisfaction of seeing a sold-out Mériadeck ice rink in full swing from the first match…
“Oh yeah! We got a bit used to it last season. We had an exceptional year with the fans who created a crazy atmosphere. I’ve been here for a long time. I’ve never experienced that. It gives us even more energy when we’re on the ice to see this rink full, to see people singing and encouraging us. It’s very important, it allows us to achieve good performances. They helped us a lot last year and I hope it will be the same this year.”
The calendar is not very favourable at the start of the season since you are playing 5 out of 8 matches away. Is this a good or a bad thing?
“Anyway, we’re going to have to play the 44 games. Home and away. I don’t think it changes a lot. But it will allow us to spend a little more time together. We have to look at the positive side even if we definitely prefer to play in front of our fans. But each game is worth 3 points, we hope to win as many as possible, and that means winning on the road too.”
Personally, how do you feel on the ice at the start of the season?
“I feel good. I know the team well. I have reference points with a lot of players. I played again on Friday with my long-time partner, Aina Rambelo, with whom we created a lot of automatisms that we have created for years. Physically, I am gaining strength with the preparation we have had. I think I will be at 100% of my capacities very quickly. We always need to have a bit of match rhythm to feel even better but I feel very good.”
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Julien Guillaume Looks Ahead to Big Match Against Angers in French Hockey Championship
The French hockey championship is underway, and Julien Guillaume, coach of the Boxers de Bordeaux, is already preparing for a crucial match against Angers on Tuesday. Following a thrilling 3-2 victory in extra time against Marseille in the opening match, Guillaume knows that his team needs to bring their A-game against one of the top teams in the championship.
Lessons Learned from the Marseille Match
The win against Marseille was a confidence booster for the Boxers, and Guillaume believes that it has freed them from the stress and apprehension that comes with starting a new season. “I think we’re going to play maybe a little more freely,” he said in an interview. The coach also emphasized the importance of reproducing the good start they had against Marseille in their upcoming match against Angers.
Familiarity with Angers
The Boxers have had the opportunity to face Angers twice in preparation matches, which Guillaume believes will be useful in their upcoming encounter. “We know them a little more than the teams we haven’t met yet,” he said. However, he also acknowledged that Angers has seen certain aspects of the Boxers’ game, making it a two-way street.
Angers: A Formidable Opponent
Guillaume has high praise for Angers, describing them as a “big team” with a lot of quality. He expects a tough and intense match, saying that “it’s going to be a great hockey game on Tuesday.” Angers has been a consistent top performer in the championship, and Guillaume believes that they will be contenders for a top-three or top-four finish at the end of the season.
Characteristics of Angers
According to Guillaume, Angers is a team that plays forward and has good individual qualities. They are known for their speed, which will pose a challenge to the Boxers. Guillaume also mentioned that Angers has a new coach who has already shown his capabilities, particularly during his time at Cergy.
Expectations and Pressure
As vice-champions of France, the Boxers are expected to perform well this season. Guillaume acknowledged that there may be more expectation and pressure on his team, but he emphasized the importance of focusing on their own game and taking all matches seriously. “We know that there are no easy matches in this championship,” he said.
Julien Guillaume and the Boxers de Bordeaux are gearing up for a crucial match against Angers, one of the top teams in the French hockey championship. With lessons learned from their opening match against Marseille and a deep understanding of their opponents, the Boxers will need to bring their best game to come out on top.
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