The atmosphere was tense enough in the room as the press conference began. Right after Arizona Outlaws Ultimus loss the players and the staff was less then happy. The room was packed with reporters, cameras, and microphones, all waiting for the players. As Akaki Akarye walked up to the podium, a journalist raised their hand to ask a question. Instead of asking about poor team performance he decided to off about recent rumors of off the field scandal - some accusations about dunk fighting in a club in LAs Vegas.
Akaki definitely wasn't happy about the question. but still he managed to calm himself and get some composure before answering it.
"I understand that rumors can circulate in the media, but I am here to talk about football and my performance on the field. My personal life is private, and I prefer to keep it that way. I am fully focused on my role as a linebacker and helping my team succeed. Any further questions about my personal life are off-limits, and I kindly request that we stick to discussing football-related topics. Thank you."
For a moment the room became silent. Finally another reporter got up and asked about recent game performance. "Your defense this game wasn't as good as it was all of last season. What's the reason?". the interviews continued as it meant to be.
Akaki definitely wasn't happy about the question. but still he managed to calm himself and get some composure before answering it.
"I understand that rumors can circulate in the media, but I am here to talk about football and my performance on the field. My personal life is private, and I prefer to keep it that way. I am fully focused on my role as a linebacker and helping my team succeed. Any further questions about my personal life are off-limits, and I kindly request that we stick to discussing football-related topics. Thank you."
For a moment the room became silent. Finally another reporter got up and asked about recent game performance. "Your defense this game wasn't as good as it was all of last season. What's the reason?". the interviews continued as it meant to be.