LIESBETH VERBIEST
I am Liesbeth Verbiest, a latecomer to the sport and the oldest to join this group of talented youngsters.
Despite coming late to the party I am determined to dance really hard.
2th place on Ironman Lanzarote (ES) – 2023 – 10h06
4th place on Europe Triathlon Middle Distance Championships – Elite Women – Menen (B) – 4h17
PAMPHIEL PAREYN
I’m Pamphiel Pareyn (°91) from Waregem, already member of 3MD WCUP – Veldeman for 5 years.
As an athlete it is important to respect neither the physical nor mental aspect during the process to achieve the ultimate goal.
3th place on Ironman Lake Placid (USA) – 2022 – 8h23
8th place on Ironman Cozumel (Mex) – 2021 – 5th Belgian triathlete sub 8h00 (7h53)
6th place on Ironman Cozumel (Mex) – 2022 – 7h58
3th place BC Half distance in 2019 and 2021
FELIX BUFKENS
Being a father of two, I recently chose to switch from triathlon to running. That kind of speciality is really my thing I feel I’m best at. I am still very competitive and I want to perform at my utter best. Personal records will be broken!
KULLAMANNEN by UTMB Ultra-100 Miles 2023 : Overall 7th (17h24:49)
XTERRA Belgium 2022 : Overall 23rd – AG (30-34) 1st
Winner XTERRA European Tour 2022 (AG 30-34)
FOEKE VANBECELAERE
I recently became the proud father of my daughter Anna. Being a father seems to be a very challenging but rewarding task. So I’ve chosen to prioritize time with her, even if it means cutting back on cycling and swimming. However, the running time remains a non-negotiable part of my life. That way I can stay competitive and still enjoy the special moments with my young family.
Because that’s who I am: a very competitive person always looking for new challenges. In 2021, for example, I completed the Everesting challenge on the ‘Catsberg’ (Mont des Cats). I still remember the happiness of reaching the height of the famous Mt. Everest (8849m) after 82 climbs in a row on that hill. But, seriously, where was the snow???
My challenge for this season is to improve my PR on the marathon. I’m aiming for 2h25min on April 7th in Paris. Let’s see where this amazing team can take me!
Marathon Rotterdam 2023 – 2h29m03s (98th and 9th of the Belgian participants)
2nd place – Half Marathon Sluis 2023 – 1h08m31s
8th place – Half distance triathlon Gravelines 2023 – 04h11m39s
3th place – Full distance triathlon Ironlakes 2022 – 09h20min22s
DYLAN VOET
When people ask me what I do for a living, I usually answer with ‘I’m a runner’. Running, and trail is what I do, what I breathe and what I live for. It’s not necessarily training or following a well thought out plan, which don’t get me wrong, it often is. But it’s about being a runner to the core.
Semi marathon de Lille (Fr) – 1.07:19 #19
Marathon Rotterdam (NL) – 2.24:40 #65
CAMILLE WATTEYNE
Hi, my name is Camille Watteyne #Duracell.
I’m born in 1997 and passionate middle and long distance runner. I combine the many running hours with my full time job as an emergency nurse. Besides, I enjoy every moment and hope my dreams may come true.
Half Marathon Leieloop 2023 – 1h23:44
Marathon Eindhoven 2023 – 2h57:49
1st place – Duatlon Kortrijk 2023
ARTHON VALCKE
I’m an athlete who completely trusts the process. I just try to reach a higher performance level every new season and to keep pushing my limits.
1st BC Half Distance Menen U23 – 2021
MERTEN BREYE
I am a passionate athlete who is very focused on his sport. My dream is to turn my passion into my profession.
10th Challenge Vieux-Boucau (70.3)
11th Ironman Hradec Kralové (70.3)
19th Ironman Poznan (70.3)
21th Challenge Gran Canaria (70.3)
27th Ironman Sable D’Olonne (70.3)
34th Challenge Mallorca (70.3)
Worldranking
2023 > 632 th
2024 > 255 th
HANNELORE WILLEN
I’m Hannelore and I was born in 2002.
I study physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences in Ghent.
I love spending time with family and friends and I just want to have fun in everything I do in life.
Belgian champion Olympic distance (elite & U23) 2024
Belgian champion Sprint distance (elite & U23) 2024
5th place Bundesliga Germany
P15 ETU Ceuta
P26 GP Quiberon
BRITT VAN HECKE
Hi my name is Britt, a girl who loves to sport and can’t sit still.
I study psychology at the VUB.
I also have a therapy dog, Iko, with whom I volunteer in child and adolescent psychiatry.
In the past I have had many setbacks in triathlon due to injuries. Still, I don’t give up and I believe in the process. I’m very greatful to be in this trainingsgroup.
I hope to learn a lot in the future in order to be the best version of myself.
2nd place Europe Triathlon Championships – Valencia (ES) – 2021
12th place Europe Triathlon Championships – Munich (D) – 2022
2nd place 1/8 Rosbeiaard Triathlon – Dendermonde (B) – 2023
RHUNE VANSTEENKISTE
I’m an enthusiastic athlete who is passionate about triathlon. I combine my sport with studying for physiotherapist at the University of Ghent. I’m a social butterfly, I love to be among people. Besides sports and studying, I prefer to spend time with my friends, they’re very valuable to me
10th at ETU Bled – 2021
3rd at Belgian Championships youth A
CAMILLE ROMAN
My name is Camille. I was born in 2004 and I live in Aalter. I study physical education and movement science at the University of Ghent. I am a busy bee and enjoy every moment. I am very motivated to make it an amazing duathlon and triathlon season.
6th place – ETU Junior Cup – Dublin (IER) – 2023
3th place – Grand Prix Duatlon – Noyon (FR) – 2023
3th place – Grand Prix Duatlon – Avallon (FR) – 2023
1st – Duatlon Bellegem – 2023
4th – BK Junioren Triatlon – 2023
LOUIS UYTTENHOVE
My name is Louis Uyttenhove and this is my eighth year as a triathlete. Some people describe me as a perfectionist because I’m not easily satisfied. I have big goals in my mind but I don’t tell them out loud, except for one: I want to inspire people to start with triathlon. I started with triathlon because in my eyes it looked like a challenging sport and my greatest idol is Marten Van Riel.
2× vice-Belgian Champion – 2021
Selection EK youth in Alanya – 2021
Top 10 EC youth mixed relay Alanya – 2021
IBE BAELDE
I am Ibe Baelde from Kortrijk, born in 2005. I’m a member of LTTD. This is my first year in this training group. I hope to take the next step in my development as an athlete with this new training group.
11th place – ETU junior cup Dublin 2023
CIS HUYGHE
I am an athlete from Ypres (B) and I am part of the 3md WCUP–VELDEMAN team and an international in the junior category. I am an athlete who really loves sports and most of all triathlon. I like to work very hard and chase my dreams down, while making it fun and enjoy every push, step, stroke I take. Pushing my limits and aiming for the highest.
21st place at Junior World Championships Malaga (ESP) – 2024
4th place ETU Junior Cup Dublin (IRL) – 2023
1x Belgian Champion Triathlon – 2024
1x Belgian champion Swimming – 2017
2x vice Belgian Champion Triathlon –
2020 – 2021
ELINE DEBECKER
My name is Eline and I was born in Bruges in 2006. Triathlon is my passion and I enjoy every training/competition. Besides triathlon, I enjoy every day and everything that comes my way.
11th place -Europian Championship Youth Banyoles (ES) – 2023
5th place Europian Championship Junioren Mixed-Relay – Balikesir (Tur) – 2023
JASPER DEVOS
I am Jasper Devos from Avelgem, born in 2006. I’m a member of 3MD WCUP – Veldeman and the Young Belgian Hammers. I’m driven and motivated to get as far as possible.
9th place ETU Bled (SLO) – 2022
13th place Europian Championship Youth – Banyoles (ES)
5th place Europian Championship Junioren Mixed-Relay – Balikesir (Tur)
RUNAR DE MEULENAERE
My name is Runar de Meulenaere. I am born in 2007 and live in Izegem, Belgium.
The two things that I love the most, are food and going hard on training! This will be my second season as a Belgian young hammer in triathlon. My goals for this season are the European Youth Championships, but my biggest dream is going to the Olympic Games!
3th BC triathlon – youth C (2020) & youth B (2022)
Top 20 – ETU Holten 2023
MARIT DE MEULENAERE
I am Marit de Meulenaere and I am born in 2008.
I am member of 3MD and the Young Belgian Hammers. This year I have participated European races and I hope that I can also participate European races next year.
2th place – Belgian Championships Triathlon Youth B – 2023
2th place – Belgian Championships swimming – 100m backstroke – 2022
LAURA LERNOUT
I’m Laura Lernout, born in 2008 and I live in Gullegem.
I love to do sports and I like triathlon very much.
I started with running and swimming and after that it was obvious to begin with triathlon. I already achieved some good results.
I hope with ATP I can take another step forward.
2th place – Belgian Championship youth B – Izegem (B) – 2022
3th place – Belgian Championship youth C – Wuustwezel (B) – 2021
1st place – Sint-Niklaas (B) youth B – 2022
