A poem from Volunteer Frank Sikkink
“Thousands of people are needed,
For EURO 2020 that was to come.
Everyone really wanted to be there.
To grab a task which had to be done.
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To ensure that the match days in the Netherlands run smoothly,
Everyone in their own role,
Thoughts went out to those moments,
Enthusiasm level was high for all.
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The run-up was great,
The form was completed online.
Then the first wait started,
Hoping everything was fine.
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Finally there was an answer,
The preselection was done.
Next step was to the Arena,
To have a conversation with someone.
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We were warmly received,
At the Johan Cruijff Arena’s main door.
For a nice conversation in the Royal Lounge,
For the volunteer work I came for.
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Clothes and shoes were fitted,
Beautiful and sporty, it was great.
Only happy faces,
From aspiring volunteers who all could relate.
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Weeks later the email came,
Yes, certainly Frank, you are part of it!
As a Mobility Maker Lead Volunteer!
I was happy and even beaming for a bit!
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Completed the availability schedules,
My motivation went on and on,
Until all of a sudden in February,
The whole fun was brutally gone….
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Nothing at all until September.
No more competition at clubs and on TV.
When can we get back together?
Nobody has any idea…
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Thoughts regularly wander,
To the people who fight for their life.
To anyone who fights against illness,
Father, mother, grandpa, grandma, husband or wife.
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I’m long for something positive,
Sometimes I’m looking forward to next year.
When EURO hopefully finally can take place.
The scenarios must be already crystal clear.
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Then finally meet you as fellow volunteers,
Starting with “the kick-off” that we missed this year.
And afterwards a great EURO2020,
Together with you there will be a great atmosphere!
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And of course, it is a side issue,
Especially now, that’s a fact for everyone,
But for me as a lover
It’s side issue number one…
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