Former head coach Latvia national team In hockey, Bob Hartley, via , turned to the players of this team which, for the first time in history, won the bronze of the World Championship.
In the match for the third place of the 2023 World Cup, the Latvians beat the American team in extra time – 4: 3.
— I am incredibly proud of the Latvian national team, which won the World Championship bronze medals! Teamwork, great dedication from players and coaches, incredible fan support. Great love story! It’s a historic day for Latvian hockey. Congratulations to all team members and fans. You have won and deserved this medal.
I was very good with the Latvians. I tried to do my job as best I could. But due to the scheduling conflict between Avangard and the Latvian national team, I had to make a very difficult choice. The federation has treated me very well and great people working there,” Hartley told .
The Canadian specialist coached the Latvian national team from 2016 to 2021, after which the team was managed by Harijs Vitolins.
Source : MatchTV
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