When the school day ended, Amani was summoned to the principal's office not for disciplinary reasons but to discuss the television interview request.
The meeting included Ms. Van Dijk, representing Utrecht's interests, and Ms. Visser, the school counselor concerned with Amani's psychological well-being.
"This represents uncharted territory for our institution," the principal acknowledged once they were seated. "We've never had a student simultaneously performing at the highest level of professional sports."
This honest assessment of the unprecedented nature of Amani's situation created space for authentic discussion about appropriate boundaries and protocols. Beyond established policies stood the need for thoughtful adaptation to unique circumstances.
"Our primary concern remains your educational development," the principal continued, addressing Amani directly. "Media access must be structured to support rather than compromise that priority."
