Meindert Dijkstra
Dutch former footballer
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Meindert Dijkstra (born 28 February 1967) is a Dutch former footballer who played primarily at right back. He spent a majority of his career playing in the Dutch leagues, only spending two seasons abroad when he played in England for Notts County.[1][2] He is the father of Caitlin Dijkstra, who is also a professional footballer.[3]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Meindert Dijkstra | ||
| Date of birth | 28 February 1967 | ||
| Place of birth | Breda, Netherlands | ||
| Position | Full back | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1985–1987 | NAC | 7 | (0) |
| 1987–1992 | Willem II | 101 | (4) |
| 1992–1994 | Notts County | 29 | (1) |
| 1994–1995 | RBC | 20 | (1) |
| 1995–1997 | TOP Oss | 32 | (2) |
| Total | 189 | (8) | |
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Club career
Dijkstra began his career in 1985 with NAC Breda, before moving to local rivals Willem II[4] two years later, where he spent five seasons. Following this he moved abroad and joined Notts County, before returning to Holland with RBC Roosendaal for the 1994/95 season, finally finishing his career at TOP Oss.[5]
After retiring as a player, Dijkstra has been involved in academy football at several amateur sides in the North Brabant province.[6]