A meeting was recently held with members of the new board of the Aruba Basketball Bond (ABB), who were elected during the federation’s last general assembly. Both President Luis Tromp and Vice-President Rudy Croes have served as members of various federation boards in the past, so they are well-acquainted with the sport and the management that has taken place over the last few years.
Based on recent developments and the level of basketball in Aruba, there was an extensive discussion regarding the need to work not only on the quality of the sport but also on the quantity—seeking more athletes to play basketball, as well as more sports leaders who can contribute in different areas of interest, such as referees and coaches. Based on the priorities identified, work has begun on a strategic plan, which is a step the Aruba Olympic Committee (COA) certainly views as important and valuable for the development of the sport. Together with the COA’s development department, they will work on this plan to provide the necessary content to ensure positive and lasting development.
The COA applauds the federation’s initiative, as it considers the long-term well-being of basketball, and will work on a plan to make this happen. As is customary, the COA will provide support through various courses, such as the “Capacity Building Training,” and through frequent meetings to work on the plan together.
