OUR TEAM - THE PEOPLE BEHIND NORTH SEA BEACH RUGBY
About North Sea Beach Rugby
North Sea Beach Rugby is driven by a dedicated team with an enormous heart for the sport. Year after year they deliver a professional, vibrant and safe event — and that is reflected in the solid reputation we have built among participating teams and visitors from all over the world.
Mission & Goals
We believe that beach rugby in The Hague is for everyone. Our key goals are:
- Organising attractive and safe beach rugby events in The Hague
- Supporting community projects and local initiatives
- Raising awareness of beach rugby, professionalising the sport, and building a sustainable future for it
- Promoting and growing the sport of rugby across the Netherlands
Confidential Contact Person
North Sea Beach Rugby stands for a safe and respectful environment
for everyone — players, supporters and volunteers. We actively work to prevent bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment and other inappropriate behaviour. For this purpose, North Sea Beach Rugby has a dedicated confidential adviser (VCP).
👉 Read more about our confidential adviser
Rugby Netherlands
North Sea Beach Rugby is proud to be a member of Rugby Netherlands, the national rugby union.
Dutch National Beach Rugby Team
After years of dialogue, North Sea Beach Rugby is proud to be the driving force behind the Dutch National Beach Rugby Team.
International Context
North Sea Beach Rugby is affiliated with the European Beach Rugby Association (EBRA).
Our Partners
In collaboration with Den Haag Topsport, North Sea Beach Rugby is committed to promoting The Hague as a beach sports city, and to:
- Professionally promoting beach rugby in the Netherlands and Europe
- Harnessing the positive power of rugby for community projects
Harde Leerschool
A great example of our community involvement is our collaboration with the Harde Leerschool. This independent organisation helps young people find new opportunities and make a fresh start in society — using rugby as a means of personal growth and inclusion.
Meet the Team
Curious about the team behind the event? Meet the passionate people who dedicate themselves day in and day out to the finest beach rugby event in the Netherlands! Every member of our team contributes in their own way — from organisation and referee coordination to hospitality and matchday operations.
Vincent Edelkoort
Kasper Bleijenberg
Boudewijn Hoogenraad
Jade Beijer
Obed Broersma
Simon Weersma
Markéta Bleijenberg
Robert Clemenkowff
Edwin van der Spek
Mireija Dijkstra
Gullfy
Guus Koçer
Volunteer at North Sea Beach Rugby
Volunteering at North Sea Beach Rugby is more than helping out at a sports event — it is an unforgettable experience. You are right in the middle of the action on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Netherlands, directly contributing to the success of the event.
What do you do as a volunteer at North Sea Beach Rugby?
- Set-up and organisation — pitches, secretariat and player accommodation
- Assisting players and referees — making sure everything runs smoothly
- Event support — wherever your help is needed most
What does volunteering at North Sea Beach Rugby give you?
A behind-the-scenes experience — See how a large-scale international beach rugby event in The Hague works from the inside — an experience you won't find anywhere else.
Valuable skills — Develop skills like teamwork, communication and problem-solving in an amazing beach setting on the beach of Scheveningen.
New friendships — Work alongside volunteers and rugby enthusiasts from all over the
world who share your love of sport and the beach. Friendships for life are made here.
Become a Volunteer at North Sea Beach Rugby!
Want to be part of the team behind one of the leading beach rugby events in the Netherlands? Sign up and enjoy an unforgettable weekend on the beach of Scheveningen in The Hague!