Eindhoven Griffins Lacrosse Club

the eindhoven griffins lacrosse club, founded in 2008 in eindhoven, the netherlands, was a lacrosse club. originated from north america and one of the fastest growing sports worldwide, it now has a strong european presence with several national and international championships. the formation started when one person received a mandate from the dutch lacrosse union to build the club, starting with thorough research for its feasability. competing sports and offers were analyzed, target groups defined, but also the initiation of new relationships with stakeholders such as the municipality, sports committees and associations. new founding members were added including those who already played elsewhere and interested to share their knowledge and train all members. workshops and clinics were organized and succesfully realized, media was sought with both local publications as well as associations. all essentials were put in place like an online and social presence, planning, finance and account