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By Canadian Press

Jordi Fernandez steps down as head coach of Canada’s men’s basketball team

Feb 6, 2025 | 7:06 AM

TORONTO — Jordi Fernandez is stepping down as head coach of Canada’s senior men’s national basketball team, Canada Basketball announced Thursday.

Hired in 2023 to replace Nick Nurse, Fernandez led the program to its first Olympic qualification in 24 years and a bronze medal at the 2023 FIBA World Cup.

Canada finished fifth at the Paris Olympics.

Fernandez, who is in his first season as head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, informed Canada Basketball he will not seek to extend his contract.

The 42-year-old from Badalona, Spain, cited the need to focus on his family and NBA responsibilities as reasons for the departure.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 6, 2024.

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