Gordon Herbert led the German basketball team to victory in the 2023 World Cup. starIn an interview, the national coach speaks publicly for the first time about his depression – and how he overcame dark phases.
Mister HerbertYou have made your years of depression public in a book. Did the 2023 World Cup victory with the German basketball team make this possible? Can you only talk about weaknesses as a winner?
It is easier, yes. Mental problems are still a taboo subject in sport. Anyone who admits to being depressed is seen as a weakness. I can now talk more freely about dark times in my life than I could before winning the title. For a long time I thought I was putting my career at risk if I said: I can’t do this anymore, I need help.
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