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  1. about the event organizer The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission (GCSC), a 501c3 non-profit organization, is responsible for a very successful, burgeoning economic development trend in Cleveland, which is leveraging sports events and activities to further other economic and community objectives. Several cities around the country currently have sports commissions and Cleveland’s has recently been named the “2007 Sports Commission of the Year” by the National Association of Sports Commissions. The GCSC has been responsible for: Attracting and managing nearly 100 national sporting events with an economic impact of $300 million. Garnering national television exposure for the city, as well as the region (one-third of the events are nationally televised). Generating tremendous excitement for the community with total event attendance in excess of 750,000 people. Below are just some of the events attracted and/or managed by the Sports Commission: 2000 U.S. Figure Skating Championships 2002-2004 Gravity Games 2002 U.S. Gymnastics Championships 2003 McDonald's All American High School Basketball Game 2004 U.S. Olympic Box Offs 2004 International Children’s Games 2007 NCAA Women’s Final Four 2007-2008 Dew Action Sports Tour 2009 US Figure Skating Championships 2009 Ohio State University vs. University of Toledo WHO IS THE GREATER CLEVELAND SPORTS COMMISSION?

  2. about the festival Owned by the non-profit Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, the vision for the Continental Cup was to create a large, vibrant, annual civic event that celebrates internationalism, youth diversity and sportsmanship. Players from across the country and around the world are given the opportunity to compete against one another in an exciting, cross-cultural environment. In addition, athletes will be given the chance to display their skills in front of a variety of college coaches and professional scouts. In 2008, the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission officially partnered with AC Milan, naming them the title sponsor for the soccer tournament. The Continental Cup is one of two tournaments in the world endorsed by AC Milan, the world’s most successful soccer institution and most decorated club. The addition of baseball to the Continental Cup was announced in 2009 and a new partnership was formed with Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Indians, naming Cleveland Indians Charities the title sponsor of the baseball tournament. The addition of the Cleveland Indians Charities Continental Cup was the first step in developing this event into a true international youth sports festival. In 2010, the National Basketball Association’s Cleveland Cavaliers signed on as the title sponsor of the basketball tournament added. Also in 2010, the Continental Cup partnered with Cleveland Clinic Sports Health naming them the title partner. 2011 will see the addition of Continental Cup Lacrosse as the fourth sport in the festival. The Continental Cup has come a long way since the first tournament in 2006, and the rapid growth of the event has been astounding. The tournament experienced a 500% growth rate from 2006 to 2010 and continues to skyrocket. In 2010, nearly 200 teams bringing over 3,000 athletes registered to compete in the four-day festival. Our number of international teams has grown along with the number of partners and agents we work with around the world. The Continental Cup is associated with many international agents and various recruiting partners including AC Milan, adidas, Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Cavaliers, Hard Rock International, Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), and the United States Embassies. The Continental Cup is on pace to be the fastest growing international youth sports event in the world! Countries participating in the festival over the years include: Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Great Britain, Guatemala, India, Kenya, Lithuania, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Singapore and St. Lucia. CLICK HERE TO VIEW CONTINENTAL CUP PROMO VIDEO CLICK HERE TO VIEW CONTINENTAL CUP PHOTOS

  3. tournament rules and regulations • Team Registration Fee • $400 per team if received on or before December 31, 2010 • $450 per team if received on or after January 1, 2011 • Tournament Format • Each team entered into the tournament will play a minimum of four (4) games. Registered teams will be randomly assigned into pools and at the conclusion of pool play the top teams will advance to single-elimination bracket play. • Age Restrictions • The 2011 Cleveland Cavaliers Continental Cup will consist of both boys and girls 14U & 18U divisions. A player cannot turn the next age (15 or 19) prior to May 1, 2011. • Roster Size • Players must be on the official team roster that will be submitted to the Continental Cup prior to the tournament. Teams must have at least six (6) players to register, however, there is no maximum roster size. • Accommodations • Teams may choose to stay in one of our Continental Cup hotels or take advantage of our all-inclusive dormitory package at John Carroll University. Dormitory package details can be found in subsequent pages and hotel information can be found on the tournament website. • Please continue checking the event website www.continental-cup.com for updated rules, information and content.

  4. tournament rules and regulations • PLAYER AGE ELIGIBILITY: (born on or after) • Boys & Girls U9 – August 1, 2001 • Boys & Girls U10 – August 1, 2000 • Boys & Girls U11 – August 1, 1999 • Boys & Girls U12 – August 1, 1998 • Boys & Girls U13 – August 1, 1997 • Boys & Girls U14 – August 1, 1996 • Boys & Girls U15 – August 1, 1995 • Boys & Girls U16 – August 1, 1994 • Boys & Girls U17 – August 1, 1993 • Boys & Girls U18 – August 1, 1992 • Boys & Girls U19 – August 1, 1991 • ROSTER SIZE: • Boys & Girls U9 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U10 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U11 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U12 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U13 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U14 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U15 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U16 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U17 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U18 – maximum roster size of 26 • Boys & Girls U19 – maximum roster size of 26 • ***NOTE: Roster size for each individual game is a maximum of 18. • GUEST PLAYERS PERMITTED: • 5 guest players are allowed per each team. This applies to all age groups. These guest players must be included on your roster and count towards you maximum roster size.

  5. tournament rules and regulations (continued) • MATCH SCHEDULES: • Each team will play a minimum of 4 games for the tournament (number of games depends on number of participating teams). • ***The tournament reserves the right to combine age groups, depending on • the total number of teams in identified age divisions. • MATCH LENGTH: • Boys & Girls U9 – 2 x 25 minute halves – No. of players 6v6 • Boys & Girls U10 – 2 x 25 minute halves – No. of players 6v6 • Boys & Girls U11 – 2 x 25 minute halves – No. of players 8v8 • Boys & Girls U12 – 2 x 25 minute halves – No. of players 8v8 • Boys & Girls U13 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U14 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U15 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U16 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U17 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U18 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • Boys & Girls U19 – 2 x 30 minute halves – No. of players 11v11 • FOREIGN TEAM REQUIREMENTS: • Teams are required to provide the following when checking into the tournament: • Original copy of Team Roster/Player Waiver Form • Players must present player booklets or passports at registration. • Teams must have a completed form from its Provincial or National • Association approving the team’s participation in the tournament. • Teams must provide an Official Roster. • TEAM ENTRY FEE: $450

  6. tournament rules and regulations • Team Registration Fees • $425 per team if received on or before December 31, 2010 • $475 per team if received on or after January 1, 2011 • Tournament Format • Each team entered into the tournament will play a minimum of four (4) games. Registered teams will be randomly assigned into pools and at the conclusion of pool play the top teams will advance to single-elimination bracket play. • Age Restrictions • The 2011 Cleveland Indians Charities Continental Cup will consist of boys 13U & 14U divisions. A player cannot turn the next age (14 or 15) prior to May 1, 2011. • Field Dimensions • 13U: 54’ mound & 80’ bases • 14U: 60’ mound & 90’ bases • Roster Size • Players must be on the official team roster that will be submitted to the Continental Cup prior to the tournament. The maximum roster size is 18 players. • Accommodations • Teams may choose to stay in one of our Continental Cup hotels or take advantage of our all-inclusive dormitory package at John Carroll University. Dormitory package details can be found in subsequent pages and hotel information can be found on the tournament website. • Please continue checking the event website www.continental-cup.com for updated rules, information and content.

  7. tournament rules and regulations • Team Registration Fee • $500 per team if received on or before December 31, 2010 • $550 per team if received on or after January 1, 2011 • Tournament Format • Each team entered into the tournament will play a minimum of four (4) games. Registered teams will be randomly assigned into pools and at the conclusion of pool play the top teams will advance to single-elimination bracket play. • Age Restrictions • The 2011 Continental Cup Lacrosse Tournament will consist of both boys and girls 16U & 18U divisions. A player cannot turn the next age (17 or 19) prior to May 1, 2011. • Roster Size • Players must be on the official team roster that will be submitted to the Continental Cup prior to the tournament. The maximum roster size is 23 players. • Accommodations • Teams may choose to stay in one of our Continental Cup hotels or take advantage of our all-inclusive dormitory package at John Carroll University. Dormitory package details can be found in subsequent pages and hotel information can be found on the tournament website. • Please continue checking the event website www.continental-cup.com for updated rules, information and content.

  8. accommodation guidelines CLICK HERE TO VIEW DORM ACCOMMODATIONS CHECK-IN: Tuesday, June 28 beginning at noon. EARLY ARRIVAL: There is no option for early arrival for teams/individuals. Those who choose to arrive early MUST book their rooms at one of our Continental Cup hotel sites. MEALS: Breakfast and dinner will be provided. Meals will start with dinner on June 28 and end with breakfast on July 4. A lunch option is provided for an additional cost. LINENS: Pillow, sheets, blanket and towels are included in the linen package TOURNAMENT SHUTTLE SYSTEM: Will run June 30- July 3. Transportation will be provided only to those teams who will be staying at John Carroll University. Any additional transportation will be at your own expense. A shuttle schedule will be given to you upon arrival. Teams must follow the shuttle schedule. Additional transportation needs/requests will be your responsibility. AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION (Arrival/departure): Team transportation will be provided FROM Cleveland Hopkins International Airport June 28 and June 29. Transportation TO Cleveland Hopkins International Airport will be provided on July 4. Individual transportation and departure dates not listed above will be your own responsibility.

  9. accommodation guidelines (continued) ACCOMMODATION DATES: Tuesday, June 28 (Arrival): Dinner, lodging, airport transportation Wednesday, June 29: Breakfast, dinner, lodging, airport transportation Thursday, June 30: (Game play) Breakfast, dinner, lodging, shuttle system Friday, July 1: (Game play) Breakfast, dinner, lodging, shuttle system Saturday, July 2: (Game play) Breakfast, dinner, lodging, shuttle system Sunday, July 3: (Game play) Breakfast, dinner, lodging, shuttle system Monday, July 4: (Departure): Breakfast, airport transportation CHECK-OUT: On July 4 will take place no later than noon. All keys must be returned at this time. ENTERTAINMENT AT DORMITORIES: The following entertainment is included in the housing package: Olympic-style Opening Ceremonies, Rock & Roll Dance Party, Nighttime Feature Games, Semi-Professional Games PRICE PER PARTICIPANT: $425 ** The cost of accommodations for two (2) coaches will be paid for by the Continental Cup.

  10. additional transportation Enterprise Rental Car is the official rental car agency of the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and Continental Cup International Youth Sports Festival. Please note that transportation to/from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (listed dates) and to/from the competition sites are included in your package price. Additional transportation prior too, during, and post competition are your own responsibility. Availability of teams vans and cars is based on first come, first serve basis. Please make all additional transportation reservations prior too departure! 1-800-736-8222DISCOUNT CODE: 39g0170 PASSCODE: GRE

  11. excursion packages Part of the Continental Cup experience is taking part in what the city of Cleveland has to offer. For convenience, the Continental Cup has developed a menu of packages designed to make your trip unforgettable! Package options include admission and transportation to the city’s best attractions. Visit Cedar Point Amusement Park, a true thrill-seekers delight with more roller coasters than any park in the world! Or, journey through the past, present and future of rock and roll at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. Excursions are available to groups of thirty or more. Visit continental-cup.com to book your trip. Package Options: Includes admission and transportation Option 1 – Cedar Point Amusement Park Option 2 – Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Option 3 – Cleveland Indians Baseball Game (if available) Option 4 – Canton Football Hall of Fame Option 5 – Great Lakes Science Center Option 6 – Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & Rainforest watch video(click here) CLICK TO VIEW CLEVELAND ENTERTAINMENT AND ATTRACTIONS

  12. For camp video, click here!

  13. contact information EDDIE MARLES AC Milan Managing Director North and Latin America 1 (305) 525 9041 eddiemarls@aol.com ANDRES MARTINEZ Milan Junior Camp Logistics Coordinator 1 (305) 395 6794 milanamerica@aol.com Stepstone Enterprises 1830 S Ocean Dr Hallandale, Florida 33009 USA (954) 885 5304

  14. tournament contact information Kristopher L. Anderson Director of Business DevelopmentContinental Cup- International Youth Sports Festival Tournament DirectorCleveland Cavaliers Continental Cup Tournament DirectorContinental Cup Lacrossekanderson@clevelandsports.org George M. Nanchoff Director of Global RecruitmentContinental Cup- International Youth Sports Festival Tournament DirectorAC Milan Continental Cup Tournament DirectorCleveland Indians Charities Continental Cupgnanchoff@clevelandsports.org 50 Public Square Suite 950Cleveland, Ohio 44113USA Phone: (216).621.0600Fax: (216).621.2773

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