KOMM MIT - international youth football tournaments

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Special issue of „KOMM MIT“

JUNIOR COACH &

international youth football tournaments 2011 in eight European countries

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about KOMM MIT

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KOMM MIT-International has been organizing international youth football tournaments in Europe for more than 25 years now. KOMM MIT is synonymous with quality and reliability. Hundreds of thousands of happy participants over the last decades, and many years of trustful co-operation with the German Football Association (DFB) and adidas are an unmistakable proof of the KOMM MIT success story. Being one of Europe’s most important organizers of international youth football tournaments, KOMM MIT is the initiator of the ALLtogether – european youth football festivals celebrated in 2008 and 2010 and held under the patronage of UEFA. KOMM MIT’s typical 'ALLtogether' opening and closing ceremonies are spectacular events that precede and conclude each single tournament, providing the Olympic Games-like flair that is typical for the KOMM MIT tournaments – a must for all football fans! For more information visit the KOMM MIT website www.komm-mit.com

Your advantage as a participant in a KOMM MIT event: KOMM MIT - Organization More than 25 years of experience stand for first class organization. Our competent staff will be there for you whenever you need us – from the first contact, during the tournament until your return back home. At all tournament venues KOMM MIT offices are on site to help you and answer your questions.

Day 1 During the day: Arrival of the teams and check-in at the KOMM MIT tournament office. In the evening: Tournament preview with coaches and assistants

KOMM MIT - Quality KOMM MIT tournaments are played on man-made grass-like pitches or natural grass pitches. Licensed referees control the matches according to FIFA and UEFA rules and regulations. All KOMM MIT tournaments are attended by international teams.

Day 2 In the morning: “ALLtogether“-opening ceremony in the stadium with all teams, national anthems. Afterwards: Matches according to tournament schedule. Several options for excursions

KOMM MIT - Accommodation / Transfer Our tournament lodgings are selected carefully for your recreation and your comfort – no matter what kind of accommodation you have booked. You will be staying at nice and friendly hotels, holiday camps or tented camps, youth hostels or school accommodations. Competent and reliable bus tour operators will arrange for your transfer from the airport to the tournament venue and / or on site. It’s up to you!

Cups, awards and free participations KOMM MIT grants to the winning team 10 free participations in a KOMM MIT tournament of the following season, and five free participations to the runner-up team. Every player will be awarded with a medal; all teams will get a participation trophy and a participation certificate. Special awards will be granted to the best goal getters and the best goal keepers of each age category. Souvenirs of an unforgettable event!

For more advantages please click: www.komm-mit.com

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Example of the schedule

Day 3 During the day: Matches according to tournament schedule. Several options for excursions. In the evening: “Resume“ for one representative of each team – official invitation from KOMM MIT as a token of appreciation for your dedication and commitment to youth work, with typical food and beverages, traditional exchange of presents with a town hall representative, and review of the tournament Day 4 During the day: Quarter- and semi-finals.

In the afternoon: ALLtogether-football fun presented by adidas: football technique parcours for all age classes. In the evening: finals. After the final match: “ALLtogetheraward ceremony with cup presentation and fireworks Day 5/6 Extra day(s) – if booked

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KOMM MIT – more than 25 years of experience!

For over 25 years KOMM MIT has been organizing international youth football tournaments bringing together young people form all over Europe. Teams from more than 50 nations met in the month of July 2008 and again in 2010 to celebrate the ALLtogether – european youth football festival organized by KOMM MIT and held under the patronage of UEFA. In more than 300 exciting games the teams displayed their passion and presented international football at its best.

UEFA President Michel Platini had words of praise for this year’s KOMM MIT 'ALLtogether – european youth football festival' held in Linz on July 12th -17th: „UEFA has supported ALLtogether over the years because ALLtogether ideals are UEFA’s ideals. ALLtogether football festivals are an unforgettable experience for the young players. This extraordinary event that mixes so naturally fraternity and respect will remain for those lucky ones who get to participate in it, enrichment for a lifetime.“ The next ALLtogether – european youth football festival will be held in 2012.

More information www.all2gether.eu.com.

KOMM MIT and adidas in 2011 KOMM MIT tournaments are synonymous with international atmosphere, exciting matches and cross-cultural friendships – in other words: football fun unlimited.

In addition to the legendary „ALLtogether“ opening and closing ceremonies a couple of new highlights are waiting for you in 2011. „ALLtogether“ football fun – a football technique parcours presented by adidas will help you improve your football skills quickly and easily.

The new adidas football ‘Torfabrik’ Replique will be the official ball to be kicked in the 2011 KOMM MIT tournaments. We wish all participants a great tournament time! Come enjoy unforgettable football moments, amazing goals and fascinating matches – and show sportsmanship and fair play!

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Spain

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Of all countries hosting KOMM MIT’s football tournaments Spain boasts the longest

conditions for an excellent football experience and lots of fun. The region offers lots

tradition as a tournament venue. The international tournaments played on the sunny

of possibilities for excursions. If you are going to Barcelona, a visit to Camp Nou, the

Costa Maresme north of Barcelona have been popular with teams from all over the

stadium of FC Barça, is a must. The teams are accommodated in typical holiday ho-

world for 25 years now. The lively coastal towns with their seafront promenades,

tels. Full board is provided throughout your stay. Come experience KOMM MIT tour-

sandy beaches, bars and restaurants have high-quality football pitches offering ideal

nament fun in Spain!

17. Copa Santa (Spain)

20. Copa Maresme (Spain)

Dates: April 21st - 25th 2011 Registration deadline: March 11th 2011

Dates: April (23rd) 25th - 30th 2011 Registration deadline: March 14th 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 to U15 junior girls

ø 114 teams / nations 2008-2010 Denmark, Germany, England, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Russia, Scotland, Switzerland, Spain

ø 155 teams / nations 2008-2010 Egypt, Albania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Alemania, England, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Croatia, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Switzerland, Serbia, Spain, Hungary

6. Copa Pentecostés (Spain)

28. Intern. Whitsuntide Tournament (Spain)

Dates: June 10th - 13th 2011 Registration deadline: April 29th 2011

Dates: June (11th) 13th - 18th 2011 Registration deadline: May 2nd 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 to U15 junior girls

ø 25 teams / nations 2008-2010 Albania, Germany, England, France, Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Hungary

ø 143 teams / nations 2008-2010 Albania, Bulgaria, Germany, England, Italy, Romania, Spain, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Hungary, Venezuela

Camp Nou

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Croatia more tournaments on

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The Istrian Riviera of Pula combines Istria’s most fascinating sights with beach fun and recreational activities. This region is home to KOMM MIT’s football tournaments.

30 to 45 teams from up to 10 countries meet here every year to experience fascinating matches on high-quality grass pitches. The former fishing village of Medulin is now a renowned tourist centre combining historic taverns, bars, restaurants, and clubs with ancient Roman buildings. Apart from the tournament, there are several options for excursions to explore the unspoiled countryside. The teams are accommodated in holiday hotels or apartments. Half-board is provided throughout your stay (full board on request). Enjoy international football fun and discover one of the Adriatic's hidden gems.

24. Copa Cataluña (Spain)

14. Istria-Cup (Croatia)

Dates: Junio 26th - July 2nd 2011 Registration deadline: May 16th 2011

Dates: April 21st - 25th (28th) 2011 Registration deadline: March 11th 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 to U15 junior girls

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17-junior girls

ø 119 teams / nations 2008-2010 Albania, Algeria, Germany, England, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kosovo, Croatia, Lebanon, Malta, Macedonia, North Ireland, Norway, Austria, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sweden, Serbia, Spain, Czech Republic, Tunisia, Ukraine, USA

ø 44 teams / nations 2008-2010 Bosnia-Herzegovina, Germany, Italy, Croatia, Lithuania, Austria, Russia

26. Trofeo Malgratense (Spain)

13. Croatia-Football-Festival (Croatia)

Dates: October 15th - 20th (22nd) 2011 Registration deadline: September 5th 2011

Dates: June 11th - 15th (18th) 2011 Registration deadline: May 2nd 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 to U15 junior girls

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys

ø 76 teams / nations 2008-2010 Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, England, Finland, Kosovo, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Spain, Ukraine, Hungary

ø 44 teams / nations 2008-2010 Albania, Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Kosovo, Croatia, Austria, Czech Republic

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Italy KOMM MIT’s tournaments played in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna, home to

nightlife. What is more, the city has many architectural features of note dating back

striker Luca Toni, attract hundreds of young football players every year. Teams from

to Roman times. The nearby theme parks and the picturesque microstate of San Ma-

different countries, ranging from Egypt to Greece and Russia, meet in Rimini and

rino are waiting for you to explore. The teams are accommodated in basic family-

Riccione to celebrate international football fun in Bella Italia. Rimini, Italy's oldest

owned hotels/guest houses. Full board is provided throughout your stay. Enjoy an

and liveliest holiday resort, is famous for its great beach facilities and the buzzing

unforgettable tournament in sunny Italy!

more information on

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25. Adria-Football-Cup (Italy)

16. Italia-Super-Cup (Italy)

Dates: April 21st - 25th 2011 Registration deadline: March 11th 2011

Dates: June 2nd - 5th 2011 Registration deadline: April 21st 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 junior girls

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 junior girls

ø 34 teams / nations 2008-2010 Germany, Italy, Croatia, Austria, Russia, Switzerland, Spain, Czech Republic

ø 34 teams / nations 2008-2010 Germany, France, Italy, Croatia, Austria, Switzerland, Serbia, Spain, Hungary

19. Riccione-Football-Cup (Italy)

15. Italy Trophy (Italy)

Dates: June 11th - 15th (18th) 2011 Registration deadline: May 2nd 2011

Dates: Junio 26th - July 2nd 2011 Registration deadline: May 16th 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys, U17 junior girls

Age groups: U19 to U9 junior boys, U17 to U15 junior girls

ø 34 teams / nations 2008-2010 Germany, Greece, Italy, Canada, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Hungary

ø 30 teams / nations 2008-2010 Germany, England, Georgia, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Malta, Austria, Romania, Russia, Spain, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Hungary, USA, Cyprus

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Greece Greece is one of the „newest“ countries to host KOMM MIT’s football tournaments.

The winner country of the UEFA Euro 2004 combines magnificent beaches, fascinating cultural monuments, lucullian delights and modern, high-quality sports facilities located in close proximity to the coastline, providing ideal conditions for a big football party in the “Home of the Olympian Gods”. Over the last two years KOMM MIT’s tournament newcomer attracted about 35 teams from 6 countries every year. The teams are accommodated in high standard holiday hotels. Full board is provided throughout your stay. Come experience the warm friendliness of the Greek people, enjoy the culinary delights and let this unforgettable football event become a part of your memories.

Austria Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, is an amazing city linking up art and culture, nature, ecology, culinary delights and sports enthusiasm – the perfect venue of the AustriaSummer-Football-Cup! Located right in the heart of Europe on the bank of the Danube River, the city provides ideal conditions for a truly European football event! Last year 55 teams from over 30 countries met in Linz to celebrate an unforgettable football tournament. Teams are accommodated in schools. Alternatively, you can book your accommodation at one of the city’s youth hostels, the youth hotel or at a 3-star or 4star hotel. For those of you staying in school accommodations full board is provided.

Look forward to a magic football event celebrated in the foothills of the Alps!

3. Ellas Trophy (Greece)

2. Austria-Summer-Football-Cup (Austria)

Dates: April 16th - 20th (21st) 2011 Registration deadline: March 7th 2011

Dates: July 16th - 21st 2011 Registration deadline: June 6th 2011

Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys

Age groups: U15 to U11 junior boys, U15 junior girls

ø 55 teams / nations 2010 Bulgaria, Germany, Greece, Romania, Serbia, Ukraine

ø 55 teams / nations 2010 Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, England, France, Greece, Italy, Norway, Austria, Romania, Spain, Ukraine, Hungary et al.

1. Olympos-Football-Cup (Greece) Dates: June (18th) 20th - 25th 2011 Registration deadline: May 9th 2011 Age groups: U19 to U11 junior boys NEW! First time event

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SPAIN

ITALY

GERMANY / FRANCE

Costa de Barcelona-Maresme 22. Trofeo Mediterráneo April 16th - 21st (23rd) 2011

Riccione/Rimini (Adria) 25. Adria-Football-Cup April 21st - 25th 2011

Kehl/Strasbourg 11. Elsass-Spring-Cup July 10th - 13th 2011

17. Copa Santa April 21st - 25th 2011

12. Coppa Adriatica April (23rd) 25th - 30th 2011

GERMANY

20. Copa Maresme April (23rd) 25th - 30th 2011 6. Copa Pentecostés June 10th - 13th 2011

16. Italia-Super-Cup June 2nd - 5th 2011 19. Riccione-Football-Cup June 11th - 15th (18th) 2011

Leipzig 19. Leipziger Hallenturnier December 27th - 30th 2010

GREECE

16. All-Together-Cup June 23rd - 26th 2011

Katerini (Piera) 3. Ellas Trophy April 16th - 20th (21st) 2011

15. Italy Trophy June 26th - July 2nd 2011

1. Olympos-Football-Cup June (18th) 20th- 25th 2011

BELGIUM

CROATIA

Lommel (Flandern) 5. Flandern Trophy June 23rd - 26th 2011

Medulin/Pula (Adria) 14. Istria-Cup April 21st - 25th (28th) 2011

3. Belgium-Cup October 28th - 31st 2011

13. Croatia-Football-Festival June 11th - 15th (18th) 2011

26. Trofeo Malgratense October 15th - 20th (22nd) 2011

NETHERLANDS

AUSTRIA

3. Friendship Trophy October 22nd - 27th (29th) 2011

Ommen 10. Oranje-Cup April 21st - 24th 2011

Linz 2. Austria-Summer-Football-Cup July 16th - 21st 2011

28. Intern. Whitsuntide Tournament June (11th) 13th - 18th 2011 24. Copa Cataluña June 26th - July 2nd 2011 4. Spain Trophy July 3rd - 9th 2011 27. Copa Sant Vicenç October 8th - 13th (15th) 2011