Go Ahead Eagles captain Bas Kuipers’ father, passed away on Sunday as a result of two cerebral haemorrhages. This was disclosed by the club on Monday.
After Eagles’ tense tie with SC Heerenveen on Saturday, De Adelaarshorst was in a joyful mood, but Kuipers showed emotion in front of the ESPN camera afterward. “This week has been challenging for me. Two cerebral haemorrhages caused by my father, the last of which was fatal. The physicians are unable to save him since his brain is dead but his body is still there.
Go Ahead Eagles captain Bas Kuipers’ emotional interview
Kuipers, who had to say goodbye to his father the following day, was given a hug and kiss by reporter Hans Kraaij Jr. at the end of the interview. This was disclosed on Monday by Go Ahead Eagles via its official channels.
Eagles player Kuipers, who was holding back emotions on Saturday, said: “He was obviously a big fan.” “My father adored visiting this place and watching the Eagles. I also opted to play for that reason. I believe he understands that I can’t hold his hand constantly and that it’s okay. He wanted me to stand at this spot.
Bas Kuipers is a real leader, as evidenced by what he said in an interview this week: “I took over as captain of the Go Ahead Eagles after Jeroen Veldmate left. Some players, including Boyd Lucassen, Jacob Mulenga, and Luuk Brouwers, were then eligible for the captain’s armband. But ultimately, I had to make a decision. Additionally, I believe I am suited for the job, and I have developed into it. As a captain, I also enjoy analysing the various personalities on a team to see how I can motivate those individuals to take actions that I believe will benefit the group as a whole.
René Hake, the trainer of Go Ahead Eagles also spoke, who was already told the bad news. “He already texted me during the night. The next morning we talked about it and he told me how everything went. That really goes to the bone. I left a lot to him. This was very hard for all of us. It’s very sad, but it makes you reflect on life.”
