Hindrik Aalders from event sponsor Energiewacht spoke some words at the closing ceremony. He had very good news for the organization because Energiewacht will continue its sponsorship for the next three years. Energiewacht looks for energy and youth cycling has plenty of that. “Cyclists understand the importance of sponsors. I don’t know any other sport in which they straighten their shirts to show the sponsor. Energiewacht appreciates that and that’s why we like sponsoring cycling,” Hindrik explained.

There was also a place on the podium for Egbert Lagro. He got awarded a Golden Wheel from the Dutch Cycling Union for being a volunteer in the sport for fifty years. “I am speechless,” Egbert said, “but don’t worry I won’t quit just yet.

On the stage on the Wielerbaan all the jerseys and medals were awarded and podium girls Eline, Annemieke, Vera and Bo almost ran short of kisses. For Bo it was extra special because she got to celebrate her little sister Fleur’s overall victory in category V.

With a final picture of all the yellow jerseys the 47th European Junior Cycling Tour Assen came to an end. We hope to see you again in Assen on the 30^th of July 2012.