Forget about retirement! Manon Flier is back!
The former star player of the Dutch indoor team resumes her career but this time she will explore the world of beach volleyball. Manon’s beach partner is two time Olympian Marleen van Iersel.
In an article released by the FIVB, both players shared how their partnership came to life.
“The original goal was to get back [after giving birth] to playing at a club abroad. Recently I was approached by Marleen, who asked if I would like to team up with her for a beach volleyball team. I have carefully considered the offer and the answer is a resounding yes. I consider it a luxury which I find myself in with such a strong programme, and that I can play with someone as experienced as Marlene.” -Manon
“I’ve known Manon a long time and every time I saw her I joked that someday we were going to play together. When I was thinking about my future after the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, I decided to approach her. We will now work hard to play together as soon as possible at the highest level.” -Marleen
If all goes well for the team, then Manon can possibly achieve her dream to play in the 2020 Olympics.
Good luck ladies!