Sylvain Francisco is turning a new page! After two seasons in Lithuania, the French player has truly blossomed, even finishing second in the Euroleague MVP race this season. With his signing at ASVEL announced by coach Tony Parker, the French international has shared a message to say goodbye, or rather, ‘see you later‘ to Zalgiris Kaunas.
“It’s difficult to find the words to express what this club and this city mean to me.”
“From the moment I arrived in Kaunas, I felt something special. We shared so many unforgettable moments together, and I will never forget that buzzer-beater against Rytas to tie the series. Moments like that stay with you forever.”
“This season was special. Finishing 5th in the Euroleague, making the playoffs, competing with the best teams in Europe, and creating memories that no one can take away from us – it was an incredible journey.”
“But what I will remember most is not just the basketball.”
“It’s the people.”
“The incredible fans who supported us every step of the way, the children who waited after games just for a photo or an autograph, and all the staff members who made me feel at home from day one. Zalgiris is one of the best organizations in Europe, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to wear this jersey.”
“To my teammates, coaches, staff, and the entire Zalgiris family, thank you for everything.”
“I leave with a full heart and memories that will be etched forever in my mind. Kaunas will always hold a special place in my heart.”
“This is not goodbye, it’s see you later.”
English Translation and Rephrasing:
Sylvain Francisco is moving on. In his two seasons with Zalgiris Kaunas, the French guard experienced a significant career leap, culminating in a second-place finish in the Euroleague MVP voting this year. Following the official announcement of his move to ASVEL by coach Tony Parker, Francisco took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude and affection for the Lithuanian club and its city.
He began by stating the profound difficulty in articulating his feelings: “It’s hard to find the words for what this club and this city mean to me.”
Francisco recalled the immediate connection he felt upon arriving in Kaunas and the cherished memories they created. He specifically highlighted a pivotal moment: “From the moment I arrived in Kaunas, I felt something special. We’ve shared so many unforgettable moments, and I’ll never forget that buzzer-beater against Rytas to tie the series. Moments like that stay with you forever.”
Reflecting on the recently concluded season, he described it as exceptional: “This season was special. Finishing 5th in the Euroleague, making the playoffs, competing with Europe’s top teams, and creating memories no one can take from us – it was an incredible ride.”
However, Francisco emphasized that his fondest recollections extend beyond the game itself: “But what I will remember most isn’t just the basketball.”
“It’s the people,” he declared.
He extended his appreciation to the Zalgiris community: “The amazing fans who supported us at every turn, the kids who waited after games for a photo or an autograph, and all the staff who made me feel at home from day one. Zalgiris is one of the finest organizations in Europe, and I’m truly grateful for the chance to have worn this jersey.”
Addressing his former teammates, coaches, and staff, he conveyed his thanks: “To my teammates, coaches, staff, and the entire Zalgiris family, thank you for everything.”
Francisco concluded his message with a sentiment of lasting connection: “I leave with a full heart and memories that will remain forever etched in my mind. Kaunas will always have a special place in my heart. This isn’t goodbye, it’s see you later.”
