As it is known for readers of “World Sport”, in the quarter-final matches of play-off of Super League, “Sokhumi” beat “MIA-Academy” and as a result guaranteed playing in semi-final with “Armia” and “Olimpi”. After mentioned match, we took an interview with new player of “Sokhumi”- Rayan Richards. It is newsworthy that 212cm height British centre-forward is candidates of national team of his country. He used to play in Belgium, Switzerland and Spain. On Saturday Richards had 10 points and 8 rebounds during 28:15 minutes.
- What played the main role while making decision about coming in Georgia?
- I did not come in Georgia for financial interest. I am not paid much in Georgia. Less than month is left before finishing the season and I want to be in a good physical condition for London Olympics.
- If you were not member of “Sokhumi”, which Super League club would you like to play for?
- I was welcomed in “Sokhumi” so well, that I have feeling that spent the whole season here.
- Can you name, who is the friendliest and who is the best basketball player in your team?
- All of them are friendly. I live with Josua Jackson and Stevan Milosevic and that’s why I have closer relations with them. All of them play basketball well, but Stevan Milosevic and Giorgi Gafrindashvili are distinguished players in my club to my mind.
- What is the weak point of the club?
- We need to adapt each other more, nothing else.
- From those countries, where you played, which is your favorite?
- Switzerland. Is Switzerland as well as in Georgia, I feel myself at home. People are very kind and honest there.
- What will you tell about Georgia, when you return to Britain?
- I will tell that, there is very hot in Georgia. I expected to be cold here. As for population, they are very proud, noisy and very polite.
- Have you visited any sightseeing?
- No, I have not. I spend most of time in gym and hotel.
- Who is a role-model for you?
- My mother, she is a very good person.
-From basketball players?
- Of course Michael Jackson and Kevin Garnett.
- Do you have any hobby?
- My hobby is listening to music. I listen to rap music.
 

 Rusudan Chumburidze