Semin's first English interview
He finally gave up... but like anon commented, "these were the longest two minutes of Sasha's life..."
By Mike Vogel:
I conducted a short interview in English with Semin on Saturday, the first he has ever granted in English to my knowledge. While there are those who believe Semin can speak English and chooses not to, I can refute that. He is still struggling a good deal with his second language. Questions need to be short, and sometimes translation/clarification is still needed. The important thing is, Semin is putting in the effort. We’ll have the video up on Caps365 today or tomorrow.
я забыл как?... [I forgot what?] opinions... LOL
Frankly I was expecting much better English from Semin, but "the journey of thousand miles starts from the first small step..." :-)
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In other news, I think Galiev spilled some beans on Ovi's girlfriend situation in this article......
http://telegraphjournal.canadaeast.com/sports/article/1440748
"a girlfriend he met on a Russian dating site"....which one would that be, new or old?
to bwitch16: could you provide a full link?
I think his English is a bit better, but he looks really nervous and I think thats problem. No big deal, it will get better just not used to the cameras. As I said hopefully it will get people of his back.
Poor Sasha, this was clearly the longest two minutes of his life!
LOL. I'm gonna update the post with your comment, hope you don't mind...
I have 6-7 years in this country and I still have a few problems with talking in English. I know the words that I want to say, but they just won't come out of my mouth. Maybe is because I'm shy and quiet which I think is the same problem with Sasha when he is in front of a camera. People who don’t care to make mistake (like ovi) usually learn to speak more fluent than those who are shy or scare to make mistakes.
I think Semin is trying, in his own unique way, to answer his critics without any drama. IMO he really is sensitive to his lack of English speaking skills. Semin isn't anywhere near as extroverted as Ovie to say what's on his mind without feeling self-conscious about choosing his words carefully so as not to be misinterpreted.
What struck me most about this interview was Semin saying how much he enjoys playing for the Capitals, and wants to be part of the team for the next 10 years. He also had some nice things to say about the team's fans. Well done, Sasha, maybe now you'll be more comfortable giving more interviews in English.
@Devi: That's what happens with me too! Where are you from originally?
I'm not even that shy. I have coach blood in me, so I can be quite mouthy from time to time. I think you're right though, I'm always worried about saying something wrong I don't talk too much in normal atmosphere and it probably holds me back.
-I talk to some people, they seemed to warm up a bit more to him now he speaks english. Kind of a trivial thing if you ask me, but I think he could have a good season and get new contract.
@Devi: That's what happens with me too! Where are you from originally?
I'm not even that shy. I have coach blood in me, so I can be quite mouthy from time to time. I think you're right though, I'm always worried about saying something wrong I don't talk too much in normal atmosphere and it probably holds me back.
-I talk to some people, they seemed to warm up a bit more to him now he speaks english. Kind of a trivial thing if you ask me, but I think he could have a good season and get new contract.
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