haarlemFeb 16, 2026, 12:00

Honoring Haarlem's top athletes

On February 16, 2026, the city of Haarlem honored its top athletes at a sports gala where rower Roos de Jong and karateka Sebastiaan van Teeffelen were named sportswoman and sportsman of the year. The event also recognized outstanding talents, the Olympia Haarlem softball team, and various coaches and volunteers for their achievements and contributions to the local sports community. Mayor Jos Wienen and Alderman Eva de Raadt presented the winners with Pim Mulier trophies during the ceremony held at the PHIL.

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