Luctor Heinkenszand

What Luctor Heinkenszand does

Luctor Heinkenszand is an amateur football club (voetbalvereniging) based in Heinkenszand, municipality of Borsele, in the Zeeland province of the Netherlands. Formed in 2017 through the merger of Luctor '88 and SV Heinkenszand, the club fields over 50 teams spanning every age and ability level — from toddlers in the Voetjebal program (ages 2-5), through youth boys (JO7-JO19) and girls/women's teams (some operated jointly with Apollo'69 and DwO'15), to senior men's teams competing up to the KNVB Tweede Klasse after the first team's 2023-2024 promotion. The club also operates inclusive offerings including a G-team for players with disabilities (established 2019), walking football for the over-35s, 35+ recreational teams, and indoor futsal.

The club's technology footprint is intentionally lean: a WordPress website integrated with Sportlink (sourced from Voetbal.nl) for team management, match scheduling, results, and standings, plus active organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter) for community engagement. All operations — coaching, refereeing, event organization, canteen, maintenance, and administration — are delivered by volunteers, with no paid staff. The club is governed as a members' association under Dutch amateur sports club norms, with no external institutional investors, parent company, or subsidiaries.

Revenue is generated through four streams: annual membership fees (€40-€185 per season depending on age category, with €12.50 surcharges spread over three seasons for youth training gear), sponsorship from 100+ local and regional businesses including a tiered structure anchored by main sponsor DC Energy Trading (2025-2028), a third-party merchandise partnership with Brandsfit (transaction-fee model), and a canteen plus events operation (Thursday evening canteen sales, Bedrijventoernooi corporate tournament with 60+ business teams, Durpsrun, quiz nights, and the Oliebollentoernooi). The club's go-to-market is community-led — relying on word-of-mouth, local school partnerships, free trial training, and visibility through community events — supplemented by direct-to-consumer membership registration via the KNVB system and the club's own website. Its positioning emphasizes a "more than football" community philosophy, anchored by Gezonde Kantine (healthy canteen) and smoke-free sportpark certifications.

Name

Luctor Heinkenszand

Legal name

Voetbalvereniging Luctor Heinkenszand

Website

https://luctorheinkenszand.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Luctor Heinkenszand is a volunteer-run amateur football club in Heinkenszand, Zeeland, Netherlands, formed in 2017 from the merger of Luctor '88 and SV Heinkenszand. It fields 50+ teams across all ages and abilities, including youth, senior, women's, disability, and walking football, funded by membership fees, local sponsorships, and community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Amateur Football Club

NAICS

Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKACAE

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Collegiate & Amateur Sports Organizations (NCAA, Federations, Clubs)

SECONDARYBPAGADAJ

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Education & Youth Development Nonprofits

SECONDARYMPAGAMAF

Youth & Amateur Sports Tournaments

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Live Entertainment & Events (Concerts, Theater, Festivals)/Live Sports Events

Keywords

• Amateur football club
• Community sports programs
• Youth football training
• Inclusive football programs
• Recreational football leagues

Headquarters

HQ city

Heinkenszand

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: The club generates revenue primarily through annual membership fees paid by players and non-playing members. Fees range from €40 per season for non-playing members to €185 for senior members. Additional equipment/supporter packages add €12.50 per season for three seasons for youth members.
2. Sponsorship: Local and regional businesses sponsor the club at various levels including a main sponsor (DC Energy Trading as of 2025/2026 season), star sponsors (Moore DRV, Van der Ent JLD, Autobedrijf de Ruyter, Riedam, Imarco), and numerous regular sponsors. Sponsors receive visibility on team shirts, flags, the club website, and social media channels.
3. Merchandise / Webshop: The club operates a webshop in partnership with Brandsfit, offering club merchandise (shirts, training jackets, shin guards, etc.) with a 30% discount for members using code 'luctor'. Revenue flows through this third-party platform.
4. Clubhouse canteen and events: The club operates a canteen (kantine) open every Thursday evening and Saturday, generating revenue from food and beverage sales. The club also organizes paid events including the annual Bedrijventoernooi (business tournament), cycling/hiking tours, football quiz nights, music quiz nights, and Oliebollentoernooi (New Year's Eve indoor football tournament).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Luctor Heinkenszand is an amateur football club offering organized football participation at all levels — competitive senior teams, youth development from age 5 through 18, girls' and women's teams, recreational 35+ sides, Walking Football for older adults, a G-team for players with disabilities, indoor futsal, and toddler football (Voetjebal). It also organizes community events such as the Bedrijventoernooi business tournament and the Durpsrun, and sells club merchandise through an online webshop. The club is operated entirely by volunteers as a member-based association, with annual membership fees ranging from €40 (non-playing) to €185 (senior).

Product overview

Luctor Heinkenszand is an amateur football club based in Heinkenszand, Netherlands, formed from the 2017 merger of Luctor '88 and SV Heinkenszand. The club offers a unified portfolio of football programs and services centered on its core football club operations, supplemented by merchandise sales through a third-party webshop (Brandsfit), community events (Bedrijventoernooi, Durpsrun), and inclusive programs (G-Team, Walking Football, Voetjebal for toddlers). The club also provides indoor futsal and maintains partnerships with local businesses for sponsorship and venue operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Senior Football Membership Annual membership for adult players aged 19+ (men and women), granting access to the club's 10+ senior men's teams and combined women's senior teams (in partnership with Apollo'69 and DwO'15). Includes KNVB competition participation, coaching, and use of Sportpark Luctor facilities. Priced at €185 per season (2025-2026).
• Youth Football Membership Annual membership for boys (JO7–JO19) and girls (MO13–MO20), providing age-group training, competition matches, and KNVB league participation. Pricing is tiered by age: O-19 €133, O-17 €128, O-15 €121, O-13 €114, O-11/O-9/O-7 €108 per season. Members receive a bag upon joining and a new training suit every three seasons (€12.50 added per season for 3 years).
• Walking Football (Old Stars) Walking football program for older adults (35+) and members aged 85 and younger (with possible dispensation), training every Thursday evening followed by tactical discussions and socializing. Priced at €93 per season.
• G-Team (Disability Football) Inclusive football team for players with disabilities, established in 2019. Trains every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM with dedicated coaches and support staff, and participates in tournaments and friendly matches against G-teams from other clubs. Priced at €90 per season.
• Voetjebal (Toddler Football) Introduction-to-football program for children aged 2–5 years, held on Saturday mornings at sporthal de Stenge. Sessions last 45 minutes and emphasize play and fun alongside a parent.
• Zaalvoetbal (Futsal / Indoor Football) Indoor 5v5 football program held every Wednesday evening at the Omnium sports facility, played on a small pitch. Open to adult members.
• 35+ Recreational Teams Recreational senior football teams for adults aged 35+, playing Friday and Saturday matches within the club's recreational football program.
• Moore DRV Bedrijventoernooi (Business Tournament) Annual corporate football tournament held the Friday after Ascension Day, organized for over 20 years. Features 60+ company teams and is described as the largest corporate football tournament in Southwest Netherlands, with live entertainment and competitions. Title-sponsored by Moore DRV.
• Durpsrun Annual running and walking event organized jointly with TEBO (Tennisvereniging Borsele), featuring a 4+ kilometer course passing through local businesses and institutions in Heinkenszand.
• Club Merchandise Webshop (via Brandsfit) Online merchandise store operated in partnership with Brandsfit, selling club apparel including shirts, shin guards, training jackets, and training bags. Members receive a 30% discount using the code 'luctor'. Orders are processed through the third-party Brandsfit platform.
• Gezonde Kantine (Healthy Clubhouse Canteen) Club canteen open every Thursday evening and Saturday, certified as a 'Gezonde Kantine' (Healthy Canteen) by the Dutch Voedingscentrum since 2020. Offers healthy food and drink options including low-sugar, low-fat, and wholegrain choices, with healthy products placed at eye level and free water and fruit provided on match days.
• Non-Playing Membership Annual non-playing membership for supporters and volunteers who do not actively play football. Priced at €40 per season.

Quantifiable outcome

• The first team achieved promotion to Tweede Klasse (Second Class) in the 2023-2024 season, a milestone the club celebrated with a championship match and community event.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Moore DRVcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMoore DRV is a star sponsor of the club and the title sponsor of the annual Moore DRV Bedrijventoernooi, the largest business football tournament in Southwest Netherlands with 60+ participating teams.
• BrandsfitsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrandsfit is the club's official merchandise partner, operating the club's online webshop for shirts, training gear, and accessories. The partnership provides members with a 30% discount using code 'luctor'.
• TEBO (Tennisvereniging Borsele)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuctor Heinkenszand partners with TEBO (tennis club Borsele) to co-organize the annual 'Durpsrun' (village run) and the 'Tebo Zomerchallenge' summer fitness membership program, offering tennis access to football club members for €30 during summer months.
• Apollo'69coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuctor Heinkenszand collaborates with Apollo'69 (football club in 's Gravenpolder) to operate combined girls' and women's teams (MO20, MO17), allowing players from both clubs to participate in teams that neither club could field alone due to declining youth numbers in the municipality.
• DwO'15coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuctor Heinkenszand collaborates with DwO'15 (football club in Driewegen and Ovezande) to operate combined girls' and women's teams, enabling both clubs to offer female football at all levels despite limited local youth numbers.
• Gemeente Borsele (Municipality of Borsele)supportingOthersThe municipality of Borsele supports the club through community programs including 'Een stapje fitter' (a fitness program run in the club's event canteen on Monday mornings), and provides infrastructure support. The club also partners with the municipality for the 'Durpsrun' event.
• Voetbal.nl / SportlinkcoreTechnology or IntegrationThe club uses the Sportlink platform (sourced from Voetbal.nl) for all team management, player data, match scheduling, results, standings, and competition management. This is the standard KNVB-affiliated system for Dutch amateur football clubs.
• Inter Delta CommunicatiesupportingTechnology or IntegrationInter Delta Communicatie is a local communications company that sponsors the club's website and provides web hosting and technical maintenance for the club website. They also offer discounted website development services to local clubs and organizations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sparta Rotterdam: Professional Dutch football club (Eredivisie) that partnered with Luctor Heinkenszand for a women's football clinic. Although a professional club, Sparta operates a community/youth outreach function overlapping with Luctor's grassroots football mission.

Direct peers

• SV Apollo'69: Amateur football club based in 's-Gravenpolder (Borsele, Zeeland). Direct peer operating combined girls'/women's teams (MO20, MO17) with Luctor Heinkenszand due to declining youth numbers. Same regional market, similar volunteer-run amateur structure, comparable size and competitive level.
• VCK (Voetbal Combinatie Kapelle): Amateur football club in Kapelle, Zeeland. Same provincial amateur club category serving a similar small-town community. Competes in comparable KNVB divisions and uses the same Sportlink/Voetbal.nl platform for team management.
• vv Goes: Amateur football club in Goes, Zeeland, the largest nearby city. Comparable Dutch amateur club structure with multiple senior teams, youth programs, and community sponsorship model. Competitor in regional KNVB leagues and broader Zeeland amateur football market.
• Terneuzense Boys: Amateur football club from Terneuzen, Zeeland. Comparable Dutch amateur club profile with broad youth and senior teams, volunteer-run structure, and regional sponsorship base. Plays in similar KNVB amateur leagues within Zeeland.
• DwO'15: Amateur football club based in Driewegen/Ovezande (Borsele, Zeeland). Direct partner for combined girls' and women's teams. Closely comparable in scale, member model, and community focus to Luctor Heinkenszand, serving the same rural Zeeland municipality.

Others

• KNVB (Koninklijke Nederlandse Voetbalbond): Royal Dutch Football Association - the national governing body that organizes competitions, registration, and licensing for amateur clubs like Luctor Heinkenszand. Not a competitor but the structural counterpart and ecosystem enabler via the Sportlink/Voetbal.nl platform.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LuctorHzand
• Facebookfacebook.com/LuctorHeinkenszand
• Instagraminstagram.com/luctorhzand
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/luctor-heinkenszand

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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