August de Koning is the founder and chair of Stichting Young Athletes Association and the founder and head coach of Young Lions Basketball. His work connects athlete development, team experiences and community projects through one shared ambition: giving young people a stronger platform to develop.
A connected vision
Through Elite Athlete Academy, Beyond All Limits and Young Lions Basketball, August is shaping an ecosystem in which individual training, team competition and wider opportunities reinforce each other. The emphasis is on building dependable programmes and a culture athletes can grow within.
Coaching philosophy
Defence, basketball IQ, teamwork, discipline and transition guide his approach. He values preparation and accountability, helping players understand their responsibilities and contribute to the team.
Leadership and organisation
August combines coaching with programme development, partnerships and event organisation. His background includes two decades in hospitality, bringing experience in coordination, service and building relationships to his work in sport.