Tennis – Benjamin Vriends
https://youtu.be/YPFfXDdB110
Soccer – Stella van der Sluis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Lrthn9BgSzc
Field Hockey – Isabel Boere
https://youtu.be/kEjPW4tS374
From Antwerp to America: Brikke Decoster’s Golf Journey
Brikke Decoster, a passionate golfer from Brussels, has always been fascinated by the American dream. After three years of studying and playing at Dominican College, he shares his insights about life, culture, and sports across the pond. Sports Culture: US vs Europe “The sports culture in America is truly unique,” Brikke explains. “Here, student-athletes are…
From College to Pro Tennis: Cannon Kingsley’s Journey
In 2019, while J.J. Wolf turned pro after shining at Ohio State University (OSU), Cannon Kingsley was just starting his college journey in Columbus. Now, after being named an ITA All-American three times, Kingsley is in his fifth year at OSU. He recently earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sports and hopes to follow in the…
Interview with Suus Altorf: Diving into American Sports Culture
Overboarder: Suus, welcome back. To start off, how would you describe the sports culture in America compared to the Netherlands and Belgium? Suus Altorf: The sports culture here is entirely different. Sports in America are done on a grand scale. There’s a tremendous amount of money and time invested. Take track and field as an example;…
Hilary Udechukwu: A Belgian Track Star Shining in America
Hilary Udechukwu’s journey from Belgium to the sprawling campuses of America is one to be admired. Three years ago, with the guidance of Overboarder, Hilary took the leap to New Mexico Highlands University. Her aim was to meld her passion for track and field with her academic aspirations. The outcomes? Nothing short of spectacular. A…
Tennis – Kayleigh Didderiens
https://youtu.be/a5kVboJHzRw