
Choosing Ajax over Harvard University: Renee van Asten's decision
Renee van Asten made her debut for the Dutch national team with a goal against France on Tuesday evening. A few years ago, the defender found herself at a crossroads that few people ever encounter in their lives: a contract with Ajax on one side, and a unique opportunity to study and play football at Harvard University in the United States on the other. Van Asten reflects on her life at Ajax, the impact of injury setbacks, combining elite sport with academic study, and why she ultimately chose to follow her instincts wholeheartedly.










