Sports council members:
Frank Van Lersberghe (chair)
Aerobic, Fitness, Powerlifting and Gymnastics
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Mother Bailyu
Athletics, fishing, omnisports, equestrian sports, hiking
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Inge Willemkens
Indoor ball sports
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Matthew De Baets
Outdoor balsporten
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Els Van Poelvoorde
Tennis, Badminton, Table Tennis, Frisbee
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Philippe Noël
Billiards, Darts, Bowling, Petanque, Curling Ball, Mat Curling
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Franky Nobus
Bow, Carbine and Pistol Shooting
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Bart De Sloovere
Martial arts
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Frank Vanleenhove
Water sports outside
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Christa Bultynck
Indoor water sports, triathlon
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Carine Vandael
Cycling
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Sam De Jaeghere
co-opted member
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More information about the Sports Council can be found at Sports Council | Knokke Heist
James Whitfield
James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.