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Our volunteer for 16 years: Lidy
Since 2008, Lidy has been an valuable volunteer at the Cruyff Foundation. Alongside a team of volunteers, she contributes to events, sports projects, and serves as a buddy for newcomers. In addition to her many memories, she has also had beautiful and personal moments with Johan Cruyff himself.
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OPEN NOW: Cruyff Court Rafael van der Vaart
Former top footballer Rafael van der Vaart reopened the Cruyff Court in his hometown. Cruyff Court Beverwijk was initially established in 2009 and, after years of intensive use, due for a refurbishment. The large field, located in the middle of a residential area, received a new artificial grass surface and a new name: Cruyff Court Rafael van der Vaart!
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Heroes of the Cruyff Court: young leaders like Adam in action
Cruyff Courts are a place for youth like Adam (13 years old) to further develop themselves. Cruyff Foundation Coaches - community sports coaches and youth workers - offer various programs, including Heroes of the Cruyff Court. Adam participated in this with his friends, and together they organized "FC STRAAT" qualifiers for the entire neighbourhood.
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Opening Cruyff Court Willie Miller
On May 13, the legendary Aberdeen FC captain, Willie Miller, officially opened a new Cruyff Court in Tillydrone. The Cruyff Court is named after the captain who led the Aberdeen FC team to victory in the 1983 European Cup Winners' Cup against Real Madrid.
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