In June 2012 the Nederlandse Volleyball Bond (Nevobo), the Netherlands Volleyball Association, has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance cannabis. After notification the Athlete filed a statement in his defence and waived his right to be heard for the Nevobo Disciplinary Committee.
The Athlete admitted the use of the substance and stated he wasn’t aware of the consequences of smoking cannabis.
Considering the circumstances the NeVoBo Disciplinary Committee decides only to reprimand the Athlete on 14 July 2012.