Many children dream of becoming professional footballers. But for only a limited group does that dream actually become a reality. Niek Schiks recently made his debut for PSV and is the only full-fledged Brabander in the Jong Oranje squad. How is it possible that the province with the most professional clubs produces so little talent? Of the 24-man Jong Oranje squad, the 22-year-old goalkeeper from Boxmeer is the only one who grew up in Brabant. …
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Many children dream of becoming professional footballers. But for only a limited group does that dream actually become a reality. Niek Schiks recently made his debut for PSV and is the only full-fledged Brabander in the Jong Oranje squad. How is it possible that the province with the most professional clubs produces so little talent? Of the 24-man Jong Oranje squad, the 22-year-old goalkeeper from Boxmeer is the only one who grew up in Brabant. …