Heerenveen has a men's and women's team and an Academy with various teams, including Under 21, Under 19, Under 17, Under 15, Under 14, Under 13, Under 12-1 and Under 12-2. The coaches of these teams are respectively Erwin Heerlijn, Wilco Hellinga, Nick Kuiper, Jeffrey Mast, Tim Strandstra, Sven Epema, Lars Douma and Thomas Elsinga.
Who are the Academy staff members?
The Academy of Heerenveen has a wide range of staff members, including talent coaches Joey van den Berg and Uğur Yıldırım, goalkeeper coaches Jan Bekkema and Wim Reckers, and physiotherapists Jasmine Brabers and Meike Hiemstra.
What is the role of the sports coaches?
The sports coaches, including Riska Bouma, Jiska Batema and Gert de Boer, play an important role in the development of young players. They work closely with the coaches and other staff members to support the players in their training and development.
What does the future hold for the Academy?
With the current standing in the Eredivisie, where Heerenveen is in 9th place with 4 points from 3 games, and a goal difference of 3-4, it is important that the Academy continues to work on the development of young players. The upcoming game against Willem II on August 30, 2026, will be an important test for the team.
What can fans expect from the Academy?
Fans of Heerenveen can expect that the Academy will continue to work on the development of young players, who will strengthen the first team in the future. With the support of the staff members and the commitment of the players, the Academy can make an important contribution to the success of Heerenveen. This information can also be found on our squad and stats pages.
