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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Babette de Leede’s Journey to Pro Cricket
Babette de Leede is one of only two female full-time professional cricketers in the Netherlands. She still has to pinch herself when she thinks about it.
She joins us to talk about her journey to the top.
Jacques Malherbe
Jun 264 min read


Just an image on the wall? Less availability of sports for students with physical disabilities
ACLO offers a wide range of sports activities—but none specifically designed for athletes with disabilities
Job Doornhof & Viola Duroni
Jan 311 min read


Europe gears up for Handball World Championship Final
This Sunday, the championship's final match is taking place in Norway. However, nobody in the Netherlands seems to care.
Lina Tjarks
Jan 311 min read


The Biggest Sports Bar in Groningen That Won't Show FC Groningen
In Groningen stands one of the largest bars in Europe—The Three Sisters. But there’s one team you won’t see on these screens: FC Groningen.
Maroua Zourkane
Jan 301 min read


Padel Fever: How a Rising Sport is Reshaping the Netherlands
Padel, a sport combining the precision of tennis and the enclosed thrill of squash, has seen exponential growth worldwide.
Emma Hizette
Jan 302 min read


Ozempic Boom: Who Pays the Price?
Amid a global Ozempic shortage, a diabetes drug, others are using it for weight loss.
Justīne Kozlovska
Jan 293 min read


A Calculated Throw: The Increasing Popularity of Darts
The 52nd edition of the world’s biggest open darts competition, TOTO Dutch Open Darts, will be held in Assen this coming weekend.
Amber van Kempen
Jan 292 min read


Touchdown in Europe: How American Football is Gaining Fans Overseas
The Super Bowl is just around the corner in the US and the buzz of excitement is spreading all the way to Europe.
Amelie Janssen
Jan 283 min read


How Dutch LGBTQ+ Sports Clubs Offer More Than Just the Game
The first time Aneek went to the LGBTQ+ sporting event, GayGames in Amsterdam she was surprised to see so many people that looked like her.
Sam O. Maguire
Jan 283 min read


Aging Healthier in an Aging Population
Recent studies show that the Netherlands is experiencing a fast aging, but healthier population trend. The key is in sports.
Karina Karagyoz
Jan 282 min read


Professional Sports’ Future in Groningen
A clear perspective on the future of professional sports and talent development is lacking in the city of Groningen.
Job Doornhof
Jan 272 min read


Creating New Habits in Groningen’s Old Buildings
Gym in historical Groningen monument notices an increase in members in January due to people's new year’s resolutions.
Lina Tjarks
Jan 273 min read


Romanian Wins Best Female Counter-Strike Player in the World for Third Consecutive Year
Romanian Ana Dumbrava made history by being named the best Counter-Strike player in the world for the third consecutive year.
Dia Radu
Jan 272 min read


Pole Dancing is Not Just for Strippers
Pole dancing, once a taboo and a fear of many parents, is becoming a de-stigmatized and legitimized sport, embraced by many people....
Sophia von Seebach
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Bungee Superfly: The Dutch Workout Taking Groningen by Storm
Bungee Superfly: The Dutch Workout Taking Groningen by Storm. Explore its minimal impact, fun, accessible, and high-energy workout.
Maroua Zourkane
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Kids United: A Community Hub for Athletes With Disabilities in Groningen
With 18% of the Dutch population living with disabilities, this soccer club not only fosters teamwork and friendship, but also support.
Lisa Pace
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Groningen Women’s Cricket Team Struggles to Launch
Despite efforts to recruit women to Groningen’s cricket team, it was not able to compete this summer with the men’s team. The Royal...
Anna Milovanovic
Oct 3, 20243 min read


To Walk, or Not to Walk, That is the Question
In the Netherlands, 3 million people are over 65 and make up the third most physically active age group in the country. However, about 7%...
Amber van Kempen
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Groningen Outdoor Swimmers Embrace the Cold Together
As the weather cools, a dedicated community in Groningen is preparing to embrace chilly waters around the city. On 13 October, the winter...
Lena Brinkmann
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Groningen’s Gaelic Football Team Win Big in European Tournament
Groningen’s first and only Gaelic football team took home all the trophies at this year’s European tournament in Cologne. Competing...
Sam O. Maguire
Oct 1, 20242 min read
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