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Late bloomer Elvis Afrifa sprints with world elite: "I'm actually a football guy"

Elvis Afrifa, a 28-year-old sprinter from Amsterdam-Zuidoost, has emerged as a top competitor in the 100-meter sprint despite transitioning from football to athletics only at age 17. After competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics, he is now focused on breaking the 10-second barrier and preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Afrifa currently holds a personal record of 10.09 seconds and credits his late-blooming success to natural talent and his background in football.

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Goos Personal Training & Coaching moves to larger location: ‘We want everyone to feel at home’

Goos Personal Training & Coaching has relocated to a larger facility at Velserduinplein after seven years of operation on Kennemerlaan. The move followed a two-month renovation period designed to create a more welcoming space for its clients.

Telstar loses another member of technical staff; new coach Henk Brugge to help choose successor

Telstar is seeking a new goalkeeper coach as Rick van der Mast leaves the club to join NAC Breda. Technical manager Peter Hofstede and recently appointed head coach Henk Brugge will collaborate to find a replacement for the position.

KIOS crowned champions after victory over HBC: 'In my eyes we are the deserved champions'

KIOS secured the first-class championship title following a 20-10 victory over HBC. The team's victory was confirmed as their rivals Velocitas fell behind in their match, which players followed via a live stream. Coach Donker celebrated the win, stating that the team rightfully earned their position as champions.

Sick to receive less if cabinet sticks to plan, system remains overburdened

The Dutch cabinet is considering changes to the IVA disability benefits, despite opposition from labor unions who want to protect payments for those permanently unable to work. These proposed measures currently fail to address the broader systemic issues and overload within the national disability insurance system.

Culinary world tour at Wijk en Duin community center: 'I enjoy giving back to the community center'

Approximately 200 visitors attended the Culture Festival at the Wijk aan Duin community center in Haarlem on Saturday. The event featured a variety of international dishes from countries such as Turkey, Syria, and Suriname, offering a culinary world tour to the local community. The festival aimed to celebrate cultural diversity while supporting the neighborhood center.