‘I volunteer to get off the hockey club waiting list faster’
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Sometimes you have to play it smart to get rid of that long waiting list. Because admit it: there is a lot of favoritism in that sports club world.
Lily (33), mother of Zeno (11), Zil (9) and Zoë (3):
“If you look at it very closely, you could say that I got into bed with my boys’ coach to ensure them a place in one of the top teams. I prefer to explain it differently myself.
Win win situation
I’m single, he’s single and not a bad guy to look at – and we didn’t hurt anyone. Moreover, it was a warm, sultry evening when he dropped by to discuss plans for the new season and we were quite tipsy from the rosé.
“Both sons now play in selection teams of one of the best football clubs in the city”
The positive effect of that wild night is that both my sons now play in selection teams of one of the biggest and best football clubs in the city. Whether that would also be the case without my share, I really don’t dare to say. In any case, I have no regrets and my boys are happy and proud of themselves.”
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Sometimes you have to be creative
Melany (37), mother of Willem and Florine (13):
“The growth of youth in our municipality is high and the well-regarded hockey club is fairly small. When we moved to Het Gooi two years ago, we were immediately told that it would be difficult to become a member. Especially because we have twins: that means two places in the same age group.
My husband and I started looking for ways to get rid of the waiting list more quickly. With my marketing background, I volunteered to take on any PR issues. My husband arranged a generous sponsorship deal for the renovation of the clubhouse. Miraculously, a place was found for our children after the winter break.”
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