Coaching Staff
NEW Coaching Staff 2026-2027 Season
We are incredibly proud to introduce Michael Maytham and Kas Eelman as the new Director of Rugby and Assistant Coach of A.S.R.V. Ascrum. Both gentlemen bring a wealth of experience from the very highest level, spanning their time with the Stormers, Exeter, and Bath!
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We are incredibly proud to introduce Michael Maytham and Kas Eelman as the new Director of Rugby and Assistant Coach of A.S.R.V. Ascrum. Both gentlemen bring a wealth of experience from the highest levels of the game.
Michael brings the South African mentality he built during his time at the Stormers and the University of Cape Town Rugby Club. Kas brings the technical finesse he developed at Exeter and Bath.
Welcome, Michael.
"I don't think I have ever been this excited for a rugby challenge, as I am to coach Ascrum next season. A lot of my friends back home have played for and coached Ascrum in the past. There is such a positive vibe in this club, and coming from the University of Cape Town Rugby Club, I understand what student rugby means, and why it matters."
Michael Maytham, Director of Rugby
Welcome, Kas.
"Last season I was looking for a way to get involved with rugby again, and I found my way to Tuesday night trainings at Ascrum. This season, I'm excited to formalise my coaching involvement with the club and help continue developing the squad. The culture around student rugby is something I know well from my time studying in the UK. The promotion to the Ereklasse is a challenge I very much look forward to."
Kas Eelman, Assistant Coach
They are bursting with energy, passion, and experience, and can't wait to take our entire club to the next level. The pre-season plans are set, and we are building on where we left off.
Are you a player who wants to be part of this adventure? Send us a DM on Instagram or sign up via the website to join us. Please note: students can join as absolute beginners, while non-students need to have some prior rugby experience.
English Rugby in Amsterdam
We are incredibly proud to introduce Michael Maytham and Kas Eelman as the new Director of Rugby and Assistant Coach of A.S.R.V. Ascrum. Both gentlemen bring a wealth of experience from the highest levels of the game.
Michael brings the South African mentality he built during his time at the Stormers and the University of Cape Town Rugby Club. Kas brings the technical finesse he developed at Exeter and Bath.
Welcome, Michael.
"I don't think I have ever been this excited for a rugby challenge, as I am to coach Ascrum next season. A lot of my friends back home have played for and coached Ascrum in the past. There is such a positive vibe in this club, and coming from the University of Cape Town Rugby Club, I understand what student rugby means, and why it matters."
Michael Maytham, Director of Rugby
Welcome, Kas.
"Last season I was looking for a way to get involved with rugby again, and I found my way to Tuesday night trainings at Ascrum. This season, I'm excited to formalise my coaching involvement with the club and help continue developing the squad. The culture around student rugby is something I know well from my time studying in the UK. The promotion to the Ereklasse is a challenge I very much look forward to."
Kas Eelman, Assistant Coach
They are bursting with energy, passion, and experience, and they can't wait to take our entire club to the next level. The pre-season plans are set and we're building on where we left off.
Are you a player who wants to be part of this adventure? Send us a DM or sign up to become a member via the website. Please note: students can join as absolute beginners, while non-students need to have some prior rugby experience.