No cycling team is complete without the soigneurs' precious dedication. They are the ones helping the riders keep their legs fresh and feeding them the right food. Their work happens mostly in the background and is hardly seen by those who are not at the races. Nevertheless, we are very appreciative of their efforts. Read their quotes to learn a bit more about what they do and what their motivations are. Froukje van Zinnen - Head of operations & soigneur“I love cycling and I want to help other people with their passion. My goal is to…continue reading →

Our mechanics play a vital role in making sure all equipment is in perfect condition and ready to use. Without them, the riders wouldn't be able to perform at the level we all wish. From taking care of our service course in Eindhoven to assisting riders on the road, the work performed by these mechanics is highly valued by everyone within SEG Racing Academy. Now let's see what they have to say about themselves! Tessel Sprengers // Head of Mechanics & Service Course Manager“During the 2019 season I will be supporting the riders during the races as a…continue reading →

Name David SoterasDate of birth 25-04-1995Country SpainPlace of residence Girona, SpainEducation International Business degree, Sports Marketing specialization and Marketing, and Sales master.  What is your role within SEG Racing Academy?Manage the daily content of our social media accounts, the website and other communications channels of the team.  What is your background in cycling?Cycling has been around my family for generations, so I was 5 when I watched my first Tour de France together with my father and my grandfather and ever since then it became a passion of mine.  What are your academy goals for 2020?Get more…continue reading →

Name Dries HollandersDate of birth 31-07-1986Country BelgiumPlace of residence Houthalen-Helchteren, BelgiumEducation Master physical education and sports What is your role within SEG Racing Academy?Sports director and performance coach. What is your background in cycling?Cyclist for several years on continental level. Graduated as Master PE & Sports with option in Training & Coaching cycling. Physical educator for students, cyclists at high school. What are your academy goals for 2020?Teaching the riders of SEG racing academy to ride as one team in the races. Name Harm BronkhorstDate of birth 24-11-1980Country NetherlandsPlace of residence Nieuw Vennep, NetherlandsEducation HPE Exercise Physiology and Movement Science Theory…continue reading →

Name Aike VisbeekDate of birth 27-10-1976Country NetherlandsPlace of residence Haggeby (Sweden)Education Bachelor in General Management What is your role within SEG Racing Academy?Academy Director. I'm the responsible for the Academy's sportive and organisational sides.  What is your background in cycling?I raced myself from 8 till 23 Years old up to Semi Professional level. At the age of 24, I became Sports Director at my local cycling club's Elite team. So after that I have been a Sports Director for 18 years. What are your academy goals for 2020?The Academy is in a good spot…continue reading →