Managed the buses for more than 40 years

Managed the buses for more than 40 years

Over the years, Dana Cup has been fortunate to rely on dedicated people who stepped in whenever the large international youth football tournament in Hjørring welcomed thousands of young footballers from around the world.

For more than 40 years, husband and wife Dorte and Jørgen Nielsen managed the many buses that were called in to transport players and team officials from airports, ferry terminals and railway stations to Hjørring, as well as to transport all Dana Cup participants between schools, dining halls and the football pitches.

Dorte and Jørgen Nielsen were responsible for the transportation at the Dana Cup.

For many years, the couple lived in Hjørring and they continued their commitment even after moving to Hillerød.

From their home, they planned and coordinated the transportation and when they travelled to Hjørring ahead of the Dana Cup each year, it was to ensure that their plans were carried out successfully. They were on duty around the clock.

Ahead of the weekend, Dana Cup Director Jette Andersen travelled to Hillerød to meet Dorte and Jørgen Nielsen.

Their contribution has been recognised with an honorary membership with the Dana Cup. Jette Andersen presented them with their honorary diploma and a silver pin.

There was also an extra gift, as Dorte and Jørgen recently received a letter from His Majesty the King reminding them that on Monday the 17th of August, they celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary.