Adrian Mitchell extended contract: Chiemgau Baskets rely on talent!

Adrian Mitchell extended contract: Chiemgau Baskets rely on talent!

In an exciting development for the Chiemgau Baskets, Adrian "Dre" Mitchell has extended his contract for the next season. The talented player goes into his third year at TV Traunstein (TVT) and is determined to return to the field after his injury from February. According to Chiemgau24 , Mitchell will come back to team training in August, to start punctually at the beginning of the season in the 2nd regional To be fit.

Last season, the 29-year-old looked back on an impressive 29.8 points and 4.3 three-point goal per game. This performance not only shows its individual strength, but also how important it is for the team, which has first risen to the 2nd Regionalliga Süd. Born in Vienna, he started his basketball career in a remarkable environment and was already active for Austria as a U18 and U20 international. He decided to change the club to the Baskets in the summer of 2023 to be close to his family and spend more time with his daughter.

a committed player

Mitchell's influence on the club goes beyond its sporting achievements. Department manager Franz Buchenrieder emphasizes that he is estimated not only as a player, but also as a trainer and mentor for the younger players. This valuable support contributes to a positive team atmosphere, according to the motto: "Nursing good exchange and learning from each other". Head coach Aaron Mitchell is also optimistic about the coming season and emphasizes how important DRE is for the team and that he has a good knack for the development of other players.

The player has an impressive career behind him, which led him through some of the best teams in the Austrian Bundesliga. Before his time at the Chiemgau Baskets, he played at the Swans Gmunden, BC Vienna and BBU Salzburg. His experiences and successes from these seasons will certainly have a positive impact on the team next season.

Health and security in basketball

Well, where the preparations for the new season begin, it is important to focus on injury prevention. As Safety.sport reports, players should wear special indoor sports shoes that can offer good damping and can stabilize the ankle. It is also advisable to check the hall for your safety before training to avoid accidents.

Especially in basketball, where quick change of direction and jumps are the order of the day, injuries can happen quickly. It is therefore important to pay attention to the correct equipment and maintenance of the hall floor. Around 16 percent of all basketball injuries affect the head - one more reason to rely on safety precautions and to bear a mouth protection.

The combination of talented players such as Adrian Mitchell and a safe environment offers the Chiemgau Baskets the best prerequisites for a successful season. It will be interesting to see how the team will develop under these conditions and whether they can celebrate further successes.