“I bring positive energy, do what's needed to win” | OneFootball

James Woodard believes that signing for FC Porto was “an easy choice.” The newest addition to the blue-and-white basketball team is ready to represent “a great organization” and understands that joining the current National Champion means “more responsibility.” Even so, he stresses that “it’s all about winning” and that the goals he brings with him “are aligned” with the team’s collective ambitions. “I’m truly excited and ready to fight for another championship,” adds the 32-year-old American guard/forward, who stands 1.91 meters tall, and promises to bring “positive energy to the team” while eagerly looking forward to “the atmosphere” created by Porto’s supporters.

The reason for choosing FC Porto “What made me choose FC Porto? Obviously, seeing that they won the Championship and had so much success last season. I want to join a system like this and a coach like ours—it’s always about winning. On top of that, I’ve only heard good things about the city; I know it’s vibrant. I’ve heard a lot of good things, I know it has a family atmosphere, and FC Porto is a great organization, so it was an easy choice for me.”

The first contact with Fernando Sá “I’ve already spoken with coach Fernando Sá and we had a great conversation. I’m excited to meet him in person and the rest of the team. He will have a certain role for me and, with the experience I bring, I want to arrive, adapt, and help the team in any way I can.”

The responsibility of defending the title “It gives me more responsibility, without a doubt. That raises the level of expectation on the team, but I just want to be part of it. It’s all about winning, and I’m going to do everything I can to help the team.”

Playing in the Champions League “It will be the third time I’ve played in this competition, and I even reached the Final Four in 2021/22 with MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg. It was a great year and it’s a fun competition. I can’t wait to compete at that level again, and we’ll see how far we can go.”

Personal and team goals “My individual goals are aligned with the team’s goals. Obviously, the big objective is to win another Championship for the Club and for the city.”

James Woodard’s profile “I describe myself as someone who brings positive energy to the team, and I do whatever it takes to win. I play with energy and fight for the team, and I’m also known for being a good shooter. I can space the floor and let my teammates do what they do best. I like to play the game the right way, using my basketball IQ to create plays, including for myself. I’m also a good defender.”

First impressions of Porto “I know a few things about Porto, and I know it has great places to taste wine. I don’t drink much, but I like to have wine from time to time, so that will be something nice to try. Porto is a vibrant city, and I know it’s also famous for its sandwiches, so I can’t wait to try them.”

A message for Porto’s supporters “I can’t wait to see you and meet you. I can’t wait to feel the atmosphere and to adjust to the coach and the team. I’m truly excited and ready to fight for another championship. I hope to find good vibes and positive energy.”

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇵🇹 here.