Flemish celebrities serve up spectacle at the Lotto Cup Finals for Stig and the Children's Cancer Fund

26/02/2025

Walking on tiptoe will take on a whole new meaning this Sunday at the Lotto Cup Finals in the Sportpaleis. Between the two final matches, a team of Flemish celebrities will take to the court for a unique volleyball match in support of Stig and the Children's Cancer Fund. This promises to be one of the highlights of the day!

An unforgettable experience from the start
As soon as you step through the impressive doors of the Sportpaleis on Sunday, you’ll be immersed in a lively and engaging atmosphere. The Partners Market welcomes you with exclusive deals and promotions. Expect to find Trainersmateriaal.be, WCUP Sports Nutrition, Sportmaat (Mizuno-Erreà), Blackroll, and Jobpol offering special discounts and promotions. Don’t forget to visit the fan shop for exclusive national team merchandise!

A unique souvenir is also available: Stig’s socks. The story behind these socks and Stig’s journey can be found later in this article. Doors open at 12 PM, so make sure you arrive on time to enjoy everything!

Urban Volley Games: Get in on the action!
Feeling like playing some volleyball yourself? The Volley Vlaanderen club supporters have set up activities to test your skills. Try out the smash courts, measure your jump height, or challenge yourself on the inflatable setups throughout the Sportpaleis hallways.

Plus, the Urban Volley Games will soon be welcoming a spectacular new addition: the Smashwall, set to be officially introduced in March. This spring, Volley Vlaanderen will be touring several cities, giving everyone the chance to play some volleyball. Keep an eye on the website and social media for more updates!

Volley With The Stars for Stig
In addition to the thrilling finals, another extraordinary match will take place. A team of Flemish celebrities will face off against another squad of stars, all for a great cause. This match is organized in support of Stig, a brave young boy battling bone cancer, and the Children's Cancer Fund. His moving story can be found in the video at the bottom of this article.

What makes this match extra special? While the teams will wear uniform outfits, the socks will stand out. An initiative by Stig and his aunts, the sale of Stig’s socks will contribute to the Children's Cancer Fund and Stig’s battle.

Two legendary former volleyball players, Frank Depestele (Lindemans Aalst) and Hendrik Tuerlinckx (Volley Haasrode Leuven), will coach the teams. Ensuring fair play and entertainment, Dominique Baeyens and Marc Willems will serve as referees and live commentators. This is a match not to be missed!

The teams:
Team 1: Peter Van De Veire, Kris Wauters, Joris Hessels, Ruben Van Gucht, Freek Braeckman, Metejoor, and Marie De Clerck.Coach: Frank Depestele

Team 2: Stan Van Samang, Ender Scholtens, Guga Baul, Christopher Timmerman, Bab Bautmans, and Conner Rousseau.Coach: Hendrik Tuerlinckx

Ready for an unforgettable day? A few tickets are still available for the Lotto Cup Finals! Get yours now:🔗 sportpaleis.be



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