21/03/2026
“No matter how steep it gets, you keep climbing….”
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♠️ Sports Performance Manager - Strength & Conditioning Coach Aruba - UCI L3 Diploma Cycling Coach
21/03/2026
“No matter how steep it gets, you keep climbing….”
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#2026
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Enjoy the moments of peace and tranquility….
“In honor of our Flag and Anthem Day… 🇦🇼
34 years carrying the name of Aruba in sports.
17 seasons living the path as a full-time professional coach.
A journey written in early mornings, late nights, and unwavering belief, never just about sport, but about passion, purpose, and a relentless commitment to something greater than self.
To develop, to guide, to mentor… to shape athletes into warriors of discipline and character, to help them rise, push limits, and step onto the world stage
with our flag on their chest and pride in their hearts.
Because behind every performance lies a story of sacrifice, resilience, setbacks, and comebacks…
of silent battles fought and victories earned, not alone, but together.
For Aruba. For our people. For what we stand for.
And through it all, I remain committed to elevate, to inspire, to build, to represent… with honor, respect, patriotism, and the pursuit of greatness.
This is not just a career.
This is a calling.
This is a lifelong mission.”
“Feliz dia di himno y bandera Aruba,
Coach Al” 🇦🇼❤️🔥🙏🏼✨
09/03/2026
“Relentless & resilient forward and upwards motion.”
“Bon aña; Gelukkig Nieuwjaar; Happy New year; Feliz año nuevo 2026.”
09/12/2025
New Coaching Chapter Unlocked 🇦🇼✨
Honored and excited to begin my new coaching journey as Head Coach of the Aruba Pickleball Association (APA). Grateful for the trust and ready to help build and elevate this growing sport on our island.
At the same time, I want to express my deepest appreciation to the Aruba Sailing Association (ASA) for an incredible 4-year campaign filled with dedication, growth, and unforgettable achievements.
Together with IQ Foil Olympic Windsurfer Malik Hoveling, we celebrated victories and medals across major events, including the South and Central American Games.
With Ethan Westera, we witnessed true history for Aruba:
🥈 First-ever Pan American Games Silver Medal
🏆 World Cup Victory in Hyères, France
🏅 8th place at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the highest Olympic finish in Aruba’s history
🎖️ Aruba’s first Olympic Diploma
Although I’m stepping into a new role with APA, the journey with Olympic athlete Ethan Westera continues, proudly supporting him as his Personal Performance Coach as we pursue the next big dream Los Angeles 2028. 🇺🇸 The mission continues, stronger than ever.❤️🔥✨
Grateful for the past, energized for the present, and driven for the future.
Here’s to new beginnings, new goals, and new victories for Aruba. 🇦🇼💪✨
“From building champions to rebuilding my life, every setback forged a more relentless version of me. Survival made me stronger, purpose made me steady, and passion keeps me rising.”