“Maxim Groshev: «IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE SOMETHING IN LIFE, WE NEED TO WORK HARD ON OURSELVES»

10.09.2019

During the preseason training camp, the head coach of «Neftekhimik» Vyacheslav Butsayev attracted quite talented players from the «Reaktor» youth team to participate in trainings and friendly games. Among those who had the chance to get out on the ice in the “jersey” of wolves was Maxim Groshev, who made his debut in the KHL in the game against «Dinamo» Minsk.

 

- Without taking into account the preseason training games, what do you feel after your debut in the game against Dinamo Minsk at the largest hockey stadium in the league?

- To be honest, indescribable sensations. As far as I know, more than 15 thousand people came to the game and there was a great atmosphere at the stadium. I was a bit worried, but later I managed to cope with it.

- In the game with Dinamo Minsk got out one-on-one with goaltender and missed. What prevented you from scoring a goal?

- It was my first shift in the game and a little excitement did not leave me. Perhaps, I had simple to calm down.

- In the game with Dinamo Minsk, you broke Bulat Shafigullin's record and became the youngest hockey player in the history of our team who played in the KHL. What needs to be done in order to play in the KHL in primary lineup at the age of 17?

- I would not say that I made my way to the lineup of the team. Thanks to the coaches for giving me a chance to play, to show my abilities and myself. When I play, I try to be useful for my team. Moreover, I believe that in order to achieve something, one should have a strong desire and work hard.

- How was the first meeting with your team?

- It was perfect, thanks to my teammates.

Atyushov recently said that young people should often seek advice from senior teammates. How often do you ask for a help in some situations and do you have any embarrassment in communicating with senior players?

- How to say, embarrassment ... In most cases more experienced teammates let me know where I made a mistake and where I had to play differently. I want to thank them very much for their help, because often it may seem like you did everything perfectly and correctly, but in the end there is something to work on still.


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